The project is expected to create hundreds of jobs while supporting the retention of more than 800 existing positions across MEPPI’s operations.
The New Galilee plant will serve as an advanced switchgear manufacturing site, enabling MEPPI to scale production of vacuum circuit breakers—a cleaner alternative to gas-insulated switchgear systems. This transition reflects growing demand for sustainable and resilient energy infrastructure in North America.
The facility will bolster Mitsubishi Electric’s long-term U.S. strategy, providing enhanced customer support while investing in regional workforce development and advanced manufacturing capabilities.
Pennsylvania's government has contributed $6.75 million toward the project through a combination of public funding initiatives, including $4 million from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) and $2.75 million via a Pennsylvania First grant.
Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration has prioritized economic development, with the MEPPI expansion seen as a key win for retaining and scaling advanced manufacturing operations within the state.
MEPPI’s decision to expand in Pennsylvania, over other competing locations such as Ohio, signals growing confidence in the Commonwealth’s business environment and workforce potential.
Stefani Pashman, CEO of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, noted that supporting the growth of existing industry players is essential for maintaining momentum in the energy transition. The switchgear products to be manufactured at the facility will directly support national grid modernization and industrial decarbonization goals.
The Mitsubishi Electric project adds to a series of recent energy-related investments across the Pittsburgh metro area, underscoring the region’s strategic role in the national energy transition. Other major developments include:
These projects collectively enhance Pennsylvania’s energy manufacturing capabilities, blending legacy industrial strengths with next-generation clean technology development.
