Power management company Eaton announced it would invest more than $30 million to increase U.S. production of medium-voltage switchgear at a new facility in Nebraska.
The company said it would build a new 370,000-square-foot facility in the greater Omaha area to address surging demand for medium-voltage switchgear, the equipment used to protect, control and isolate electrical equipment in data center, utility and industrial power generation and distribution systems, from the nearly 3,000 planned U.S. data centers. Construction is expected to begin on the facility in 2027 and will create more than 200 engineering, manufacturing and production jobs.
“Eaton is making bold investments to drive growth—expanding our U.S. manufacturing footprint, adding jobs and helping customers accelerate projects,” said Mike Yelton, president of the Electrical Sector at Eaton. “We’ve reimagined how data centers are built and are providing a blueprint for rapid, repeatable deployment. As we continue to invest in U.S. manufacturing, we’re grateful for the strong support from the state of Nebraska and the city of Bellevue. Our newest manufacturing investment builds on the incredible abilities of our long-term employees in the region.”
The company said the U.S. switchgear market is projected to grow from $17.8 billion in 2024 to $31.8 billion by 2034. To meet the demand, Eaton will build the new facility to support the high volume of switchgear structures that AI data center customers need. The company’s engineered-to-order switchgear produced in the new facility can be integrated into Eaton’s prefabricated power systems, which are design for flexibility, modularity and intelligence.
“Eaton’s major expansion in Nebraska is evidence of the competitive advantages we offer to manufacturers,” Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen said. “With unmatched affordability, a growing workforce, and business-like approach to governance, we’re making sure The Good Life is open for business. Eaton’s investment to boost production of electrical equipment in Nebraska will create great careers, while helping power the state’s energy industry.”
Eaton’s global headquarters is in Dublin, Ireland, while the company’s most significant hub is located in the Moon Township/Coraopolis corridor near Pittsburgh. Eaton Electric Inc., which provides more UPS systems, surge suppression, PDUs, and related products, is based there. The company also operates a full-scale demonstration and testing facility called the Eaton Experience Center in Pittsburgh.