Siemens Energy Looks to Right to Work North Carolina

Siemens Energy is officially establishing operations in Right to Work Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. In order to do so, the company is investing a total of $149.8 million toward the project. As a result, they will also create 559 new jobs. So this is exciting economic news for the area!

From Area Development Magazine:

“Manufacturing large power transformers in the United States will strengthen and expand our electrical grid to incorporate more renewable energy and meet growing energy demand. […] We are excited to do that in Charlotte, North Carolina where our existing factory and incredible team is answering the call of our customers and policymakers to help protect our nation’s energy and national security.” […]

“Siemens Energy is bringing even more great energy manufacturing jobs to the Charlotte community, and this latest expansion demonstrates once again their confidence in our state and its outstanding workforce. […] Bringing production of these high voltage transformers onshore not only creates American jobs but makes our electric grid more resilient and ready for the transition to clean energy.” […]

“I’m excited to see this expansion by Siemens Energy, one of North Carolina’s most important existing manufacturing companies. […] Our state will continue to invest in the programs and tools that pay off in new jobs and private-sector investments, such as our world-class workforce development and training programs that win acclaim around the world.”

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

To read the previous economic update on Right to Work states, click here.