Nelson Figueroa
About Nelson Figueroa
Nelson Figueroa is an Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in the energy sector, currently employed at CenterPoint Energy. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and an MBA in International Business from Texas A&M International University.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Nelson Figueroa has held multiple positions at CenterPoint Energy, starting as an Electrical Engineering Intern in 2018 for four months. He continued as an Electrical Engineering Intern from 2017 to 2018 for five months before advancing to the role of Associate Electrical Engineer from 2018 to 2020 for two years. Currently, he serves as an Electrical Engineer, a position he has held since 2020. His work at CenterPoint Energy is based in the Houston, Texas area.
Education and Expertise
Nelson Figueroa has a strong educational background in engineering and business. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Texas A&M University, completing his studies from 2015 to 2018. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance from Texas A&M International University, where he studied from 2009 to 2011. He furthered his education with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business from Texas A&M International University, completing this degree from 2011 to 2013.
Previous Experience in Education
Before transitioning into engineering, Nelson Figueroa worked as a Bilingual Teacher at the Dallas Independent School District from 2013 to 2016 for three years. This role was based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and involved teaching in both English and Spanish, contributing to his diverse skill set.
Logistics Planning Experience
Nelson Figueroa worked as a Logistics Planner at Infinito Global Logistics for ten months from 2012 to 2013. This position was based in the Laredo area of Texas and involved planning and coordinating logistics operations, further enhancing his professional experience before entering the engineering field.