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October 10, 2025

WEG Transformers USA announces expansion of operations in Washington, Missouri

WEG Transformers USA to invest $77 million and create 50 new jobs

WEG Transformers USA, a leading producer of transformers, announces it will expand its operations in Washington, Missouri, investing $77 million and creating 50 new jobs. The company's expansion will provide additional capacity to support its customers' growing energy needs.

Specifically, the company's investment will target the production of transformers with power ratings from 1 to 10 MVA and voltage up to 46.5 kV, which plays a critical role in supporting the expansion of industrial manufacturing, data centers and grid stability throughout the country. The expansion project aims to increase vertical integration, implementing automated and robotic processes, as well as a 50% increase in capacity.

"This investment reinforces our commitment to the United States market and our ongoing pursuit of operational excellence," said Carlos Diether Prinz, managing director of Transmission and Distribution at WEG. "By expanding capacity and automating processes, we will be able to respond more quickly and with greater quality to evolving demands of key sectors, such as data centers, grid stability and energy storage."

Currently, WEG Transformers USA operates three manufacturing sites in Washington: distribution, power and specialty transformers. Together, these facilities employ 560 people throughout the area.

“We are investing in infrastructure, innovation and above all, in people. The creation of 50 new jobs and the modernization of this plant strengthens our role as a strategic partner for local economic development," said Phillip James, vice president of WEG Transformers USA. "We are proud to be part of this vibrant community and grateful for the continued support of local and state authorities, which have been fundamental to the success of our operation."

Since the start of Ameren Missouri's Smart Energy Plan, the company has worked with more than 1,200 Missouri-based suppliers to modernize the state's electric grid. As one of those Missouri-based suppliers, WEG has played a critical role in Ameren Missouri's ability to reliably serve its customers – supplying transformers for substations throughout the company's service territory.

“WEG Transformers USA continues to be a key partner in our efforts to modernize Missouri’s energy infrastructure through our Smart Energy Plan," said Tina Shannon, senior director of Government Relations for Ameren Missouri. "Their decision to expand operations in Washington is a win for everyone, especially our customers as we

The expansion project is anticipated to be completed by 2028. To learn more about WEG, please visit weg.net.