Electrical Engineer

Location: Cary, North Carolina
Company: SmallHD / Videndum
Department: Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Director of Mechanical Engineering

Join SmallHD – Design Technology Used by Filmmakers Around the World

At SmallHD, we design and manufacture cutting-edge display products for the independent filmmaking and cinema industries. Our monitors are used by creative professionals around the world who rely on SmallHD products for real-time confidence in their image.

SmallHD products are known for their durability, premium display quality, innovative engineering, and intuitive user interface.

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team in Cary, North Carolina. This is a hands-on product-development role for someone who enjoys solving complex electrical challenges, developing embedded hardware, and collaborating across engineering disciplines to bring innovative products from concept through production.

In this position, you will be responsible for the development of embedded electrical assemblies, including component selection, cable assemblies, schematic and PCB design, testing, documentation, and design validation. You will also collaborate closely with firmware engineers during board bring-up and debugging and provide support to manufacturing and assembly teams as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with electrical, firmware, mechanical, product management, manufacturing, and other engineering teams to design and develop new products.

• Design, develop, and test complex embedded electronic systems and assemblies.

• Select electrical components based on product requirements, performance specifications, availability, and technical considerations.

• Review and analyze component datasheets to determine suitability for product designs.

• Create electrical design specifications, schematics, drawings, PCB layouts, and test procedures.

• Design mixed-signal, multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCBs) for advanced embedded applications.

• Develop PCB designs incorporating technologies such as FPGAs and high-speed digital interfaces.

• Design and document cable assemblies and related electrical interconnects.

• Evaluate and address power delivery, signal integrity, and high-speed digital design considerations.

• Perform electrical circuit testing, troubleshooting, and design validation.

• Work closely with firmware engineers during board bring-up, debugging, and system integration.

• Make critical engineering decisions based on changing product requirements, component availability, and technical constraints.

• Develop reports documenting design history, engineering decisions, testing activities, and test results.

• Support manufacturing and assembly teams with troubleshooting, design clarification, and production-related engineering issues.

• Support ESD, EMC, and product safety testing.

• Assist with troubleshooting regulatory compliance issues and developing appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Support products throughout the development lifecycle from initial concept through manufacturing and production.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and embedded hardware development.

• Experience designing embedded system hardware using schematic capture and PCB layout methods.

• Strong electrical circuit troubleshooting and debugging skills.

• Experience designing mixed-signal, multi-layer PCBs.

• Experience designing hardware incorporating FPGAs or similar advanced digital devices.

• Experience with high-speed digital interfaces.

• Strong understanding of power delivery and signal integrity in electrical circuits.

• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes, materials, fabrication, and assembly.

• Ability to read and analyze technical specifications, schematics, drawings, and component datasheets.

• Experience creating engineering documentation, test procedures, design specifications, and technical reports.

• Experience supporting board bring-up and working collaboratively with firmware engineers.

• Experience with regulatory compliance testing, including product safety, ESD, and electromagnetic compatibility.

• Knowledge of techniques used to identify and mitigate EMC, ESD, and electrical performance issues.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability and willingness to work in a highly collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment.

Technical Experience

• Proficiency with Altium Designer.

• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout.

• Experience designing mixed-signal electronics.

• Experience with multi-layer PCB design.

• Experience with high-speed digital circuit design.

• Experience with embedded system hardware development.

• Experience troubleshooting and testing electrical circuits.

• Familiarity with common electrical laboratory and debugging equipment.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in product development within a collaborative engineering environment.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience troubleshooting electrical circuits.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience designing embedded system hardware using schematic and PCB layout methods.

• Previous experience developing commercial electronic products is highly desirable.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This position operates within an engineering, laboratory, product-development, and manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this role, employees may be required to:

• Sit or stand for extended periods while performing engineering and testing activities.

• Use computers and engineering design software for extended periods.

• Work with printed circuit boards, electronic components, prototypes, cables, tools, and testing equipment.

• Perform detailed visual inspection of components, assemblies, circuit boards, and prototypes.

• Work periodically within manufacturing, prototype, laboratory, or testing environments.

• Handle and operate standard electrical laboratory and diagnostic equipment.

• Follow established electrical safety procedures and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working in designated areas.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why SmallHD?

At SmallHD, innovation, engineering excellence, and collaboration matter. You’ll be part of a team developing professional display technology used by filmmakers, cinematographers, broadcasters, and creative professionals around the world.

As part of Videndum, SmallHD is connected to a global group of premium brands serving the content creation and professional media markets. We value:

• Exceptional Product Performance – Developing reliable, high-quality products that meet demanding professional standards.

• Customer Focus – Understanding the needs of filmmakers and creative professionals and incorporating those needs into our products.

• Innovation – Applying new technologies and engineering solutions to continually improve our products.

• Collaboration – Working across electrical, firmware, mechanical, manufacturing, product, and other teams to achieve exceptional results.

• Transparency, Integrity & Respect – Treating customers, suppliers, and colleagues professionally and respectfully.

• Environmental Consciousness – Supporting responsible and sustainable business practices.

Join the SmallHD Team

If you are an Electrical Engineer who enjoys embedded hardware development, PCB design, hands-on troubleshooting, and working collaboratively to bring innovative electronics from concept through production, we encourage you to apply and learn more about joining SmallHD in Cary, North Carolina.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and company holidays

• Collaborative and innovative engineering environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Fun company events throughout the year

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. Responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs.