Peter Kim
I'm an electrical engineering student at the University of British Columbia. Currently, I write firmware at UBC Sailbot and build products at UBC Smart City.
When I'm free, I watch movies, take long walks, and study investments.
Projects
Vento
A net-zero street light featuring a turbine, autonomous lighting control, and a remote control system. I serve as the product lead, managing everything from bookkeeping to designing the electrical system.
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Polaris
An autonomous sailboat designed for oceanic data collection. I serve as the firmware lead, designing the embedded systems for the communication module using the STM32U575ZI.
UBC Smart City
An engineering design team focused on applying technologies for city development purposes. I served as its team captain from 2022 to 2024, increasing the project budget by 50%.
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EUI Optimization
A research on optimizing energy usage in existing buildings. I served as the research lead, managing everything from topic ideation to writing data acquisition code.
Third Space
A single family home with a live-work typology, constructed at the University of British Columbia. I served as the electrical lead, designing the smart home system.
Experiences
Smith and Andersen
As an electrical engineer co-op, I was responsible for drafting and designing electrical systems for residential buildings, including power, lighting and fire alarm systems.
Notable Projects: King George Tower, Richmond Center, Univ. of Waterloo, Isabella Residences, Maplewood Garden, Laval Square, VAHA Apartments, OAK & 37th, The Steller
Weir Motion Metrics
As a hardware engineer co-op, I was responsible for testing both the electrical and software systems. My role later extended to writing new production manuals and reviewing out-dated BOMs, as well as streamlining the manufacturing processes.
Notable Projects: ShovelMetrics, RS232-RS422 Converter, AC/DC & DC/DC Power Supplies
Dorigo Systems
As an assembler, I performed mechanical and electrical assembly of PCBs. My role later extended to a wide range of testing procedures, such as in-circuit testing, flying probe testing, functional testing, and burn-in testing. I also operated and maintained a THT machine.