Nelson Kiggundu
About Nelson Kiggundu
Nelson Kiggundu is a Vehicle Rail Maintenance Engineer at MBTA with a background in mechanical engineering and diverse experience in both engineering and customer service roles.
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Nelson Kiggundu is currently working as a Vehicle Rail Maintenance Engineer at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Current Position at MBTA
In his role as a Vehicle Rail Maintenance Engineer at MBTA, which he started in 2022, Nelson Kiggundu is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and safety of rail vehicles. His work ensures the operational reliability and efficiency of the rail systems within the Greater Boston Area.
Previous Experience at Fluor Corporation
Before joining MBTA, Nelson Kiggundu worked at Fluor Corporation. From 2020 to 2022, he served as a Building Systems Engineer II on the Green Line Extension Project in the Greater Boston Area, contributing to a significant infrastructure development. Prior to that, he worked as Building Systems Engineer I from 2018 to 2020 in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Role at UTC Aerospace Systems
In 2016, Nelson Kiggundu was a Process Technician at UTC Aerospace Systems in Peabody, Massachusetts. During his three-month tenure, he gained valuable experience in the aerospace sector, which later contributed to his broad skill set in various engineering disciplines.
Early Career and Customer Service Experience
Nelson Kiggundu's early career includes roles such as a Sales Associate at both PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. from 2013 to 2014 in Boston, Massachusetts, and Macy's from 2012 to 2013 in Braintree, Massachusetts. Additionally, he served as a Case Manager at The Charles River Center from 2014 to 2016 in Needham, Massachusetts. These positions highlight his versatile skill set in both engineering and customer service roles.
Education and Expertise
Nelson Kiggundu holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell (2015-2017). He also earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Bunker Hill Community College (2013-2015). His educational background underpins his expertise in mechanical and rail maintenance engineering.