JACKSON — Hitachi Energy is expanding its transformer manufacturing operations in Copiah County with a $528 million investment that will create 654 jobs, company and state officials announced Tuesday.
The project will be the company’s largest U.S. investment to date.
The expansion will increase production capacity at Hitachi Energy’s existing facility and expand the range of small power transformers manufactured domestically. The company said the project is intended to help meet growing demand for electricity across North America and strengthen the domestic supply chain for energy infrastructure.
The project includes the purchase of 45 acres at the Copiah County Industrial Park in Gallman, construction of a new manufacturing facility, new equipment and infrastructure improvements.
Hitachi Energy currently employs 475 people at its Copiah County facility, which manufactures small power transformers.
The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program, as well as assistance with site development and infrastructure improvements. Copiah County also is assisting with the project.
Construction is expected to begin later this year, with transformer production at the expanded operation scheduled to begin in 2029.
Hitachi Energy CEO Andreas Schierenbeck said the company’s investment reflects its commitment to U.S. manufacturing and expanding the nation’s electrical grid infrastructure. He also credited the Trump administration and Gov. Tate Reeves for supporting the investment.
Copiah County Economic Development District Executive Director Arthur L. Evans Jr. said the expansion will strengthen Hitachi Energy’s local operations while creating new jobs and supporting economic growth.
AccelerateMS Executive Director Courtney Taylor said the organization will work with Hitachi Energy, education institutions and workforce partners to prepare Mississippians for the new skilled manufacturing positions.
