BWXT Creates More Jobs in Right to Work Tennessee
BWXT is creating 198 new jobs as a result of a new expansion in Right to Work Erwin, Tennessee! In order to accomplish this, the company is investing a total of $122 million in the project.
From Area Development Magazine:
“BWXT is proud to announce a $122 million investment in Erwin, Tennessee. This project will create 198 good-paying jobs and strengthen our longstanding commitment to this community, which Nuclear Fuel Services has proudly called home since the 1950s. We are excited to enter into this partnership with the State of Tennessee and to bring even more opportunities to local families while contributing to the region’s economic vitality and our nation’s energy security.” […]
“This project marks another significant investment in Tennessee’s growing nuclear ecosystem. In September alone, we’ve seen announced over 1,000 new jobs and nearly $2 billion in commitments from nuclear companies. Additionally, as Unicoi County continues to recover from the impact of Hurricane Helene, today’s news brings renewed hope and opportunity for the local economy and workforce. I sincerely thank BWXT for its continued investment in Tennessee and its confidence in our talented workforce.” […]
“TVA and Erwin Utilities congratulate BWXT on its decision to expand operations in Unicoi County. It’s always an exciting day when we can celebrate a company’s continued commitment to growth in the region. We are proud to partner with Unicoi County Economic Development Board and the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development to support companies like BWXT, and we celebrate this announcement together.”
To read the previous economic update on Right to Work states, click here.