1. DONOVAN B. PATAR
US/Canadian Citizen ​C: 778­866­9838 E: ​donovanpatar@gmail.com
Objective
To fulfill expand my knowledge of the world around me. While being in a rich team environment
where I can use my multidisciplinary knowledge and proactive approach.
Experience
Intel: Silicon Validation Engineer ­ November 2015 ­ Present
Responsibilities:
● Validated SSD controllers, implemented on ARM Processor, using Python and C
● Created automated tests based off of functional specifications to maximize coverage for
pre & post silicon validation
● In a lab environment, performed PVT corner testing. (measured power fluctuations,
signal integrity, and essential functionality)
● Engaged ASIC bring up: SW/FW and ASIC test board assembly and preparation
● Developed tests for: I2C, SPI, GPIO, UART, Interrupt Controller and FIFO queues
● Used Mercurial to manage framework across multiple projects
● Implemented and maintained 3rd party software and licensing for various systems
● Wrote and updated comprehensive tests plans, progress reports and data logs
● Debugged SW/FW issues in the framework
● Entered and tracked sightings, bugs and issues through corporate resolution tools
● Collaborated with co­workers to determine solutions & mentored new hires
UBC: Materials Research for High­Energy Density Supercapacitor (SC)
September 2014 ­ April 2015
Goal: Develop a SC with an operating voltage larger than those commercially available.
Lead Research Engineer Responsibilities:
● Established long term goals, intermediate due dates and immediate tasks.
● Discussed: device theory, test data, milestones with the an international client.
● Delegated and established priorities to the team; based off of clients needs.
● Coordinated team meetings, time commitments and managed a budget.
Technical Experience: Dr. John Madden's Molecular Mechatronics Lab
● Researched, selected, ordered and tested the 10 most promising electrolytes.
● Characterized and ranked electrolytes using electrochemical analytical instruments.
● Identified 3 electrolytes that met/exceeded client’s requirements.
● Potentio/Galvanostatic testing used to measure energy/power density of the devices.
● Designed, standardized and documented experiment setups to compare results.
● Rapidly prototyped supercapacitors inside of the glove box.
● General lab etiquette, maintenance, safety, chemical and material handling.
● Used Excel and PowerPoint to analyze and display results

2. Photonics Fabrication: Mach­Zehnder Interferometer (MZI) ­ Spring 2014
Goal: Design, fabricate, and post­fab verification of 10 MZI’s on a silicon wafer.
Technical Experience:
● Used Pyxis to design the layout of the devices.
● Devices E­field intensity, and efficiency index vs wavelength simulated with MODE.
● Verified the devices after each fabrication step by characterizing it with optical inputs
● Measured, analyzed and compared experimental data to simulations using Matlab.
● Fabrication techniques used: oxidation, photolithography, metal evaporation/lift off.
Management Fundamentals: Technology­Based Product Marketing and Development
Spring 2014
Goal: Propose, design, manufacture, market and sell a hypothetical product.
Proposal: MReader, an accurate, fast, portable and cheap solution to lab­on­chip analysis.
Project Responsibilities:
● Recognized the need for point of care diagnostic technology in developing countries.
● Drafted: device architecture, theoretical component choices and project risk plan.
● Delegated responsibilities, planned and ensured the timely completion of milestones.
● Delivered written proposal, progress reports and final report & presentation.
presentation.
Additional Projects
● Oscilloscope: Implemented using an FPGA (VHDL) and A/D converter.
● Digital Signal Processing: Auto placement of glasses on faces using OpenCV.
● Electromechanical Gimbal: Motors and sensors integrated/controlled with Arduino.
● FM Communications Receiver: designed a superheterodyne receiver.
Technical Skill Summary
Instruments and Techniques Programs
Oscilloscope, Multimeter, Signal Generator, Soldering Python, C, OpenCV (C++), Matlab, Excel, ZPlot
Electrochemical Analysis, Spectrum Analyzer QCADesigner, Pyxis, MODE, PowerPoint
Photolithography, Microfabrication, ASIC bringup VHDL, Circuit Maker, Verilog, Mercurial, MULTI
Education
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC September 2010 ­ May 2015
Bachelor of Applied Sciences Electrical Engineering: Microsystems and Nanotechnology
Volunteer And Hobbies
Lions MMA June 2014 ­ Present
● Assist instructors by providing guidance to beginners in a class setting.
● Give back to the community by teaching beginners’ Jiu Jitsu to individuals.
● Key Holder: responsible for opening, closing and cleaning the gym
● Self guided learning: Web App development and Organic Chemistry