Seunghwa Lee
About Seunghwa Lee
Seunghwa Lee is a Senior Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in substation automation and transmission system protection. He has worked in various engineering roles across multiple companies and holds degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering, as well as an MBA.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Seunghwa Lee has been employed at CenterPoint Energy as a Senior Electrical Engineer since 2018. In this role, he focuses on various aspects of electrical engineering, contributing to the company's operations in Houston, Texas. His responsibilities include overseeing projects related to transmission system protection, particularly for high voltage levels.
Education and Expertise
Seunghwa Lee holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Seoul National University, which he completed from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a focus on Power Systems from Texas A&M University in 2013. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration from The University of Texas at Austin in 2019. His expertise includes substation automation and sectionalizing control, as well as experience with SCADA systems and Remote Terminal Units (RTU).
Background
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Seunghwa Lee gained diverse experience in the electrical engineering field. He served as a First Lieutenant in the Republic of Korea Army from 2007 to 2009 in Seoul, Korea. Following his military service, he worked as an Electrical Engineer at Ssangyong Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd. from 2009 to 2011 in Singapore and Seoul. He then transitioned to Synchrogrid LLC as a Power Relay Engineer from 2012 to 2017 in College Station, Texas, before taking a position as a Staff Electrical Engineer at Burns & McDonnell in Houston from 2017 to 2018.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Seunghwa Lee has specialized in transmission system protection for high voltage levels, including 138kV and 345kV systems. His work has involved significant projects that enhance the reliability and efficiency of electrical systems. His background in both engineering and business administration supports his ability to manage complex projects effectively.