Carter Jardine

Engineer (EIT) Builder Drone Pilot

Carter Jardine.

Electrical Engineer in Training Kelowna, BC

I'm an EIT and UBC Electrical Engineering grad specializing in drones, battery manufacturing, and robotics. Whether it's rapid prototyping or product development, I love the hands-on challenge of taking a hardware idea from a napkin sketch to a fully functional prototype. Off the clock, I spend my time backpacking, fishing, boating, and, inevitably, tinkering with more electronics.

Drones & UAV PCB Design 3D Printing Electronics Rapid Prototyping Canadian Drone Operator Certificate

What I've Built

01 Electronics & Hardware

Raspberry Pi PSU/Wireless Add-On
PCB Design · Power

Raspberry Pi PSU/Wireless Add-On

Designed a Raspberry Pi 5 add-on board with an LM706x0-based 5V 5A regulator and a Nordic nRF52840 module for wireless communication and analog sensing. The 6-layer prototype board was sent to China for manufacturing and assembly.

Schematic CapturePCB LayoutPower ElectronicsnRF52840
Hall Effect Controller PCB
PCB Design

Hall Effect Controller PCB

Schematic capture and PCB layout for a hall effect sensor board. Analog inputs are captured on a nRF52840 (bottom) and transmitted wirelessly and through an RJ45 connector utilizing a SP3485EN IC. Visual information is displayed on the OLED screen. Fabricated and assembled in China.

Schematic CapturePCB LayoutRS-485
Analog Heart Rate Sensor
PCB Design · UBC

Analog Heart Rate Sensor

Co-developed an analog heart rate monitor at UBC with visual output display. Responsible for schematic capture, PCB layout, and hand soldering — delivering a clean, functional board within tight academic timelines.

PCB LayoutAnalog CircuitsSoldering
3D Printed Brushless Motor
Mechanical · UBC

3D Printed Brushless Motor

A micro-sized brushless motor I designed and 3D printed for a university project. The motor was wound with thin copper wire and worked when connected to an electronic speed controller. Due to plastic heat restrictions the motor lifespan was short.

3D PrintingMotor WindingMechanical Design
TV B-Gone PCB
PCB Design · Embedded

TV B-Gone Based PCB

PCB designed around an Arduino Nano that can turn off any common TV by brute-forcing infrared power codes. Code adapted from Adafruit's device that used an ATTiny85. First PCB iteration worked perfectly.

PCB DesignArduinoInfrared
Audio Amplifier PCB
PCB Design · Education

Audio Amplifier PCB

Designed a PCB for the LM380 amplifier for a high school electronics class. Successfully amplified both channels of an audio signal.

PCB DesignAnalog CircuitsSoldering

02 Drones & UAVs

POV Rotating Drone
Research · UBC

POV Rotating Drone

Worked with a UBC research team (HCI Lab) to develop a drone capable of spinning its outer shell to display video through the persistence-of-vision effect. Designed, sourced, programmed, and flew the drone while also contributing to other research projects.

Mechanical Design3D PrintingElectronics
FPV Racing Drones
FPV Racing

Racing Drones

Built multiple FPV racing drones and competed provincially, qualifying for nationals. High-pressure race environments sharpened skills in rapid electronics diagnosis, repair, and tuning — where any mistake means getting a DNF.

FPV SystemsElectronics RepairFlight Tuning
SAR Relay VTOL
Research · UBC · SAR

Search & Rescue Relay VTOL

Worked within a UBC Capstone team to design a relay VTOL drone for North Shore Rescue in Vancouver. The aircraft acts as a communications bridge to extend the operational range of DJI drones used by search-and-rescue operators in challenging terrain.

VTOL DesignSystems EngineeringSAR Ops
Drone Repair Service
Local Business

Drone Repair Service

Operated a local drone repair business supported by a large Facebook community. Repaired a wide range of consumer and commercial drones, building a strong local reputation and deep familiarity with modern manufacturing approaches used by major brands.

DiagnosticsComponent SourcingCustomer Service
28" Propeller Quadcopter
Large Scale UAV

28" Propeller Quadcopter

Led electronics selection, wiring, programming, and flight operations on several large-scale UAV platforms with propellers up to 28". Responsible for the full build pipeline from component spec to maiden flight.

Electronics SelectionWiringFlight Ops

03 Batteries

21700 Drone Battery
Power Systems

21700 Drone Battery

This is a 15Ah 12s lithium battery that I designed, assembled, and tested for a heavy lift drone. It was designed to be charged as two 6s batteries and is capable of high current outputs. The battery has an impressive 238 Wh/kg energy density.

Cell SelectionPack AssemblyHigh CurrentCopper Welding
18650 Pole Mounted Battery
Power Systems

18650 Pole Mounted Battery

This battery is designed to be friction mounted on a pole. It features a 6s3p configuration with a built-in high-current switch and voltage monitor.

Cell SelectionPack AssemblyPower Electronics
Templar Marine Electric Boats
Marine · EV

Templar Marine Electric Boats

Prototyped, sourced, and assembled the electrical systems for the initial production run of Templar Marine's electric boat line. Extensive testing and iterative troubleshooting were required to meet strict performance specifications.

Electrical SystemsPrototypingTesting & Validation

What I Do

01

Drone/UAV Systems & Prototyping

I take drone builds from component spec to maiden flight — FPV racers, VTOLs, and large-scale UAVs. I also repair consumer and commercial drones.

  • Electronics selection and wiring
  • Flight controller setup and tuning
  • Custom payload integration
  • Test flights by a certified drone operator
Electronics SelectionWiringFlight Controller Config/TuningFPV SystemsVTOL / Large-Airframe BuildsDiagnostics & RepairCustom Payload IntegrationPiloting
Discuss a drone project
02

PCB Design & Rapid Electronics Prototyping

I turn a circuit idea into a working board: schematic, PCB layout, and the firmware to run it. Boards go out for professional fabrication and assembly, or I hand-build quick prototypes myself.

  • Schematic capture and PCB layout
  • Professionally fabricated and assembled boards
  • Firmware and board bring-up
  • Parts sourcing, hand assembly, and rework
Schematic CapturePCB LayoutEmbedded FirmwareESP32 / STM / Arduino / Nordic / Raspberry PiSourcingHand Assembly & Rework3D Printing
Discuss a PCB project
03

Power Systems & Battery Pack Design/Assembly

I design and build custom lithium battery packs around your load and space. Past work includes a 15Ah 12s 21700 drone pack at 238 Wh/kg and the electrical systems for Templar Marine's electric boats.

  • Cell selection and pack configuration
  • Copper or nickel spot-welded assembly
  • BMS integration and custom case
  • Testing and validation
Cell SelectionPack ConfigurationCase DesignCopper & Nickel Spot WeldingWireless ManagementBMS IntegrationHigh-Current SystemsTesting & Validation
Discuss a battery project

I'm available for consulting locally in Kelowna, BC, and remotely — from napkin sketch to working prototype.

Get In Touch

Have a project that needs someone who can take it from idea to working prototype? I'm available for consulting in design, electronics, fabrication, and drone operations — locally and remotely.

Location Kelowna, BC, Canada

Local Capabilities

  • Design & 3D Printing
  • Wiring & Assembly
  • Testing & Validation
  • Drone Operations (Licensed)
  • Battery Pack Construction
  • Network: Machining, PCB Production, Metal/SLA Printing, Component Sourcing