Electrical Designer

Videri Inc.; Waterloo; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology innovation firm in Waterloo is seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to create designs and schematics for their digital signage products. You will work closely with engineering teams to develop innovative features and ensure product quality. Candidates should have a BA or MA in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 3-10 years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical benefits, and a flexible work arrangement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work from home policy

Qualifications

• 3 – 10 years of professional experience.
• Proficiency in electrical CAD solutions for schematics and layouts.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external resources.

Responsibilities

• Influence electrical design and component selection.
• Work with manufacturing partners on schematics and layouts.
• Validate finished products for fit to function.

Skills

Electrical CAD solutions

Communication skills

Creative problem-solving

Conceptual thinking

Education

BA or MA in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Videri provides an elegant and brand centric approach to Digital Signage. Through an innovative combination of software, hardware, and product vision, we are changing how the world views digital merchandising, communications and Out Of Home (DOOH).

We are seeking an Electrical Designer to join our development team! We’re re-building - and we’re looking for people to join the Videri team. The Electrical Designer is responsible for creating designs, schematics and advising on PCB Layouts for our products. They will work closely with the Systems team and trusted suppliers to create the electronics that drive the Canvas Displays and develop innovative new features. This role reports to the SVP of Hardware. This exciting opportunity is a full-time hybrid position based out of the Waterloo office and will support remote work.

What you will do:

• Involved in the product innovation process for compute, power and display solutions
• Influence the electrical design, component selection and display technologies to improve power consumption, cost and weight
• Realize product designs in cooperation with mechanical, software, operations, and marketing
• Work with manufacturing partners to review schematics, layouts and product launch
• Create circuit designs to produce prototypes and final designs
• Create and update workplans, schedules and reports regularly.
• Validate finished products for fit to function
• Communicate transparently on progress and obstacles and propose solutions
• Build strong collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
  
  

What you have:

• BA or MA in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3 – 10 years of professional experience
• Proficiency in electrical CAD solutions for schematics and layouts
• Ability to quickly move from concept to ideation or iterate multiple concepts
• Strong system view of product with a focus on usability issues by end user.
• Experience in guiding design through concept to full production manufacturing
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external resources to drive successful outcomes for innovation projects, platforms, and initiatives
• Self-starter, creative problem solver and solution-focused thinker
• Ability to think conceptually and drive design concepts
• Travel (as needed) to solve issues at manufacturing and development sites
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient skills in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Powerpoint, Excel)
• Must hold a valid passport and/or visa for travel to the USA
• This opportunity requires a satisfactory review of prior project portfolio.
  
  

What you might also have:

• Understanding of basic consumer electronics, digital display, digital arts and outdoor advertising industries and consumer trend knowledge
• Low power, mobile phone Design experience
• Television, Monitor or Camera design experience
• Familiarity with image processing pipelines
• Experience with a variety of compute platforms
  
  

Why join us?

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Unlimited PTO
• Be part of a great office culture that encourages a positive environment
• Flexible work from home policy