Mitsubishi Power to add 220 jobs in Chatham County

Key Points:

• Mitsubishi Power Americas is investing $490 million to expand its Savannah Machinery Works facility in Chatham County, Georgia, nearly doubling its size with a 450,000-square-foot addition and creating over 220 new jobs.
• The expanded plant, which manufactures gas turbines for electricity generation, is expected to begin operations in early 2029, with new hires across manufacturing, engineering, quality control, maintenance, logistics, and operations.
• Local leaders emphasize the project's significant economic impact, including construction jobs and long-term employment opportunities, highlighting it as the largest investment by Mitsubishi Power Americas to date.
• The expansion aims to meet growing electricity demand and enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities, incorporating advanced technology and workforce development initiatives.
• The project builds on Mitsubishi Power’s established presence in Georgia since 2009 and reflects strong collaboration between the company, state officials, and local economic development agencies.