As the company celebrates the facility's 50^th anniversary, Hitachi Energy plans to invest more than $10 million in the expansion and modernization of its distribution transformer facility in Jefferson City, Missouri.

This expansion highlights the rapid growth in demand from utilities and for newer applications like data centers, solar and wind power generation, and battery energy storage.

Hitachi Energy wants to support the establishment of an additional production line for larger distribution transformers, which will address the unique specifications of renewable power generation, and some of the most technically advanced data centers.  Investments have been made in automated equipment and changes in factory processes to reduce factory cycle times and improve on-time performance.

"Hitachi Energy's expansion in Jefferson City is an important development for the company and the State.  As Hitachi Energy celebrates its 50th anniversary as a premier employer here in Central Missouri, we are pleased to see its ongoing support of the regional economy and commitment to bringing good-paying jobs to the community. We are happy to play a role in supporting that success." said Governor Mike Parson.

For the expansion, Hitachi Energy used the Missouri Works program. It is a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation.

They are actively building its workforce at the Jefferson City location, offering positions across a range of corporate functions and skilled manufacturing roles.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. They are advancing the world's energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value.

Source: Hitachi Energy