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Declan Kavanaugh

Monument,OR

Summary

Driven by a passion for innovation in the electric vehicle sector, I spearheaded the creation of a solar-powered race car at Solar Devils, showcasing my expertise in high voltage systems and custom fabrication. My collaborative skills shone as I led diverse engineering teams, significantly contributing to advancements in EV technology while fostering industry knowledge and technical prowess. I also have significant experience working with prototype and start-up electric vehicles.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

EV Restoration Technician

Out Of Spec Studios
2024.04 - 2024.08

Diagnosed and repaired high voltage circuitry in electric vehicles


Designed the entire battery and motor systems for a custom designed electric car


Integrated old and new hardware and software to create a working product


Documented work in an entertaining video format for YouTube


Created documents to make future repairs easier

President

Solar Devils
2024.05 - Current

Headed efforts to design and manufacture a ground-up solar-powered electric race car.


Designed the high voltage system for a prototype electric race car and headed a team of engineers to design the electrical systems


Headed a team of engineers to design and build a prototype chassis and suspension system


Headed a team of engineers to design and build a prototype car body


Worked with manufacturers to source customized parts for use in prototype electric vehicle


Headed funding efforts to ensure enough cash-flow to build prototype electric car

EV Conversion Intern

Aging Wheels
2023.11 - 2024.01

Designed and manufactured custom EV hardware for mounting batteries and motors


Worked with manufacturers to diagnosed BMS and VCU issues


Designed and created wire diagrams for CAN communication in electric vehicles


Programmed VCU to communicate with BMS systems and custom inverter boards

EV Repair Technician

Electrek Garage
2021.06 - 2023.05

Worked with customers to diagnose and repair electric vehicles from failed start-up companies


Worked closely with vehicle manufacturing companies to properly repair vehicles


Designed custom software and hardware to improve and modernize older electric vehicles


Created documentation for older electric vehicles

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12.2026

Skills

    Custom Fabrication

    High Voltage Components Knowledge

    Knowledge of EV and Start-Up industry

    High Voltage configuration and fabrication

    Electric Vehicle Software knowledge

    CAN communication knowledge

    Experience working with EV industries

Timeline

President

Solar Devils
2024.05 - Current

EV Restoration Technician

Out Of Spec Studios
2024.04 - 2024.08

EV Conversion Intern

Aging Wheels
2023.11 - 2024.01

EV Repair Technician

Electrek Garage
2021.06 - 2023.05

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Arizona State University
Declan Kavanaugh