nVent Electric plc (NYSE:NVT), a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, has announced a major expansion of its manufacturing facility in Eleanor, West Virginia. The project will add 117,000 square feet to the site and create more than 100 new manufacturing jobs over the next six to eight months. This expansion aims to meet growing demand in the data center industry for large outdoor enclosures, which are crucial for power management and uninterrupted operation of data centers. Once complete, the facility is expected to employ approximately 250 people. Local and state leaders praised the investment, highlighting its positive impact on the region's workforce and its role in advancing West Virginia's position in technology and AI infrastructure. The Eleanor facility, previously known as Parkline and acquired by nVent in 2024, will host an open hiring event on October 2.