JACKSON, Miss. — Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology, announced Tuesday it will invest up to $300 million to construct a new advanced manufacturing facility in Rankin County, a move expected to create 300 high-skilled jobs.
The project is part of a larger $1 billion investment the company is making across its United States operations. The new plant, located at the West Rankin Industrial Park in Pearl, will focus on producing electrical grid components. It marks the company’s second major footprint in the county, joining its long-time Richland location that has been operating since 1973.
“Siemens Energy’s decision to expand in Rankin County reflects the confidence global energy leaders have in the state,” Gov. Tate Reeves said in a statement. “This $300 million investment will expand the local industrial base and keep Mississippi competitive in a rapidly evolving global energy market.”…