Brad Steber
About Brad Steber
Brad Steber serves as the Technical Field Operations Manager at CenterPoint Energy, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in gas operations, regulatory compliance, and project management, having previously held various engineering roles within the company and at the Missouri Department of Transportation.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Brad Steber has been employed at CenterPoint Energy since 2013, progressing through various roles. He started as a Gas Engineer I, where he worked for one year before advancing to Gas Engineer II for another year. In 2015, he became Supervisor of Technical Field Operations, a position he held until 2019. Currently, he serves as the Technical Field Operations Manager, a role he has occupied for five years. His responsibilities include overseeing special projects related to gas operations and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Education and Expertise
Brad Steber earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where he studied from 2004 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical roles in the gas industry. His expertise includes managing corrosion control, leakage detection, and measurement activities, as well as developing long-range plans for operational efficiency and technology deployment.
Background
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Brad Steber worked as a Traffic Engineer at the Missouri Department of Transportation for six months in 2006. His early career experience contributed to his understanding of infrastructure and regulatory compliance, which he applies in his current role in the gas sector. His work in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area has involved collaboration with regulatory agencies, engineers, and technical specialists.
Achievements
In his current role as Technical Field Operations Manager, Brad Steber oversees various special projects that include easement maintenance for transmission lines, atmospheric corrosion inspections, and deep ground bed installations. He ensures that all technical field operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations, particularly within the Minnesota Gas Region. His management of these projects reflects his commitment to maintaining system infrastructure and operational efficiency.