Chris Akin
About Chris Akin
Chris Akin is a Distribution Planning Engineer II at CenterPoint Energy, with a background in electrical engineering and diverse experience in various engineering roles. He has worked at companies such as Vectren and Embry Automation & Controls, and holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Evansville.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Chris Akin currently holds the position of Distribution Planning Engineer II at CenterPoint Energy. He has been with the company since 2020, contributing to the planning and management of distribution systems. His role involves ensuring the efficiency and reliability of energy distribution, which is critical for maintaining service quality for customers.
Education and Expertise
Chris Akin earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Evansville, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. He also attended North High School, focusing on Engineering from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he studied at SICTC, where he further developed his engineering skills. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in electrical engineering principles.
Professional Background
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Chris Akin worked at Vectren as an Asset Management Electric Grid Technologies Engineer from 2018 to 2020. He also served as an AutoCAD/GIS Specialist at Vectren for four months in 2017. Earlier in his career, he gained experience as a System Designer at Embry Automation & Controls for three months in 2018 and worked as a Foods Cashier at Holiday World & Splashin' Safari from 2008 to 2011.
Previous Employment Experience
Chris Akin has a diverse work history that includes roles in various sectors. He worked at Target as an Electronics Sales Team Member from 2011 to 2017, where he developed customer service and sales skills. His experience spans multiple positions that have contributed to his expertise in engineering and customer interaction.