Shea Lighton

Biography

Shea Lighton is a Research Engineer at the Energy Production and Infrastructure Center (EPIC) at UNC Charlotte. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology in 2022 and his Master of Science in Applied Energy and Electromechanical Engineering in 2025, both from UNC Charlotte. His professional interests focus on energy efficiency and cogeneration. Shea supports projects for the Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC) and Advocate Health’s Energy Connect Program, contributing to initiatives that improve energy performance and sustainability.