Dustin Calhoun
About Dustin Calhoun
Dustin Calhoun is an Electrical Engineering Manager with extensive experience in the electrical engineering field, having worked at companies such as Redwood Materials and Tesla. He specializes in power systems and has a strong interest in sustainable living and renewable energy.
Current Role at Redwood Materials
Dustin Calhoun serves as the Electrical Engineering Manager at Redwood Materials, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees electrical engineering projects and leads a team focused on developing sustainable energy solutions. His experience at Redwood Materials builds on his previous role as a Senior Electrical Engineer, where he worked for nine months in Carson City, Nevada.
Previous Experience at Tesla
Dustin Calhoun has extensive experience at Tesla, where he held multiple positions. He worked as a Senior Electronic Design Engineer for seven months in 2022 and served as a Production Engineering Supervisor for two years from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, he was an Engineering Technician IV for two years from 2018 to 2020. His roles involved various aspects of electronic design and production engineering.
Background in Solar Energy at SolarCity
Dustin Calhoun has a solid background in solar energy, having worked at SolarCity for five years. He started as a PV Designer I from 2014 to 2015 and progressed to PV Designer II from 2015 to 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. His work involved designing photovoltaic systems, contributing to the company's efforts in renewable energy solutions.
Education and Expertise
Dustin Calhoun earned a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, completing his studies from 2009 to 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his specialization in Power Systems, Communications, Signals, and Controls, which he applies in his professional roles.
Career Aspirations
Dustin Calhoun aspires to work with companies focused on solar and wind power, as well as residential electrical and construction design. He has a strong interest in creating sustainable living environments and aims to contribute to advancements in the residential housing industry.