Hao Huang
About Hao Huang
Hao Huang is a Senior Generation Planning Engineer currently employed at CenterPoint Energy since 2019. He has a diverse background in electrical engineering, with previous roles at Customized Energy Solutions, Vectren, and the Electric Power Research Institute.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Hao Huang currently holds the position of Senior Generation Planning Engineer at CenterPoint Energy. He has been with the company since 2019, contributing to the planning and optimization of generation resources. His role involves analyzing energy generation strategies and ensuring efficient operations within the organization. CenterPoint Energy is known for its commitment to providing reliable energy solutions, and Huang's expertise plays a crucial role in achieving these objectives.
Previous Experience in Energy Sector
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Hao Huang worked at Vectren as a Senior Generation Planning Engineer from 2016 to 2019. His experience also includes a position as a Power Flow Engineer at Customized Energy Solutions from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he completed internships at Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and Entergy in 2009, as well as an internship at EnerNex in 2014. These roles provided him with diverse experiences in energy systems and planning.
Education and Expertise
Hao Huang earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. He also holds a Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University, completed in 2008. Prior to that, he obtained both a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Zhejiang University, graduating in 2006 and 2003, respectively. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles.
Internship Experience
Hao Huang's early career included several internships that contributed to his professional development. In 2009, he interned at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) for five months and at Entergy for two months. Additionally, he completed a two-month internship at EnerNex in 2014. These internships allowed him to gain practical experience in the energy sector and develop skills relevant to his future roles.