Nef Torres, P.E.
About Nef Torres, P.E.
Nef Torres, P.E. is an Engineering Manager specializing in Substation Relay and SCADA at CenterPoint Energy, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in electrical engineering with experience in various roles, including positions at GE Power, the United States Air Force, and Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County.
Current Role at CenterPoint Energy
Nef Torres serves as the Engineering Manager for Substation Relay & SCADA at CenterPoint Energy. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing engineering projects related to substation relay systems and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems. His tenure in this position began in 2019 and has continued for five years, during which he has contributed to the development and implementation of engineering solutions in the energy sector.
Previous Experience at CenterPoint Energy
Prior to his current role, Nef Torres held two significant positions at CenterPoint Energy. He worked as a Staff Engineer in Transmission System Protection from 2016 to 2018, where he focused on ensuring the reliability and safety of transmission systems. Following that, he served as a Supervising Engineer in Transmission Contract Engineering for one year from 2018 to 2019, managing engineering contracts and overseeing project execution.
Early Career and Technical Experience
Nef Torres began his career in the United States Air Force, where he served as a Power Generation Journeyman from 1997 to 2001. This role provided him with foundational skills in power generation systems. He later gained experience as an Electrical Engineering Co-op at GE Power in 2007, where he worked for seven months in Houston, Texas. Additionally, he worked as a Lightrail Vehicle Technician for the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County from 2004 to 2006.
Educational Background
Nef Torres earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power & Control Systems from the University of Houston, studying from 2004 to 2008. He also pursued studies at Property Consultant NY, further enhancing his knowledge in related fields. His educational background has equipped him with the technical expertise required for his roles in engineering and management within the energy sector.