Broadcast Engineer

About the role

Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Responsibilities

• Day to day maintenance and support of station’s core infrastructure, not limited to news editing systems, control room automation and components, local news channel and streaming systems, transmitter operations, studio equipment as well as field operations equipment and vehicles.
• Install, upgrade, troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment to a component level (hardware/software).
• Work collaboratively in the design, construction and execution of station engineering projects and initiatives.
• Work with equipment manufacturers and vendors to resolve issues, including ordering parts/services.
• Review discrepancy reports and address issues with minimal supervision.
• Contribute daily end of shift reports for issue hand-off and project progress tracking

Requirements

• A sound engineering foundation and the ability to troubleshoot and repair complex television broadcast systems.
• Strong technical background in video transmission and encoding, newsroom systems, ingest, wireless and cellular bonded technologies, automation systems, microwave, master control, satellite, streaming, control room, IT, studio and field operations and IP technology.
• Expertise and experience with RF transmission and related technologies.
• Cable fabrication and termination experience.
• Candidate must be a self-starter with a developed work ethic and be highly organized.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate and work with other members of the engineering staff, station employees and management, and outside vendors in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to train fellow engineers in new systems, technologies, procedures and techniques.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, overtime and varying shifts when necessary to meet station needs, sometimes with little notice.
• Valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• College degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences, or similar field.
• 2-5 years of experience in broadcast engineering or technical operations.
• Knowledge and experience working with control room automation, cameras and recording devices, non-linear editing systems, transcoding products, routers, encoders, and video servers.
• Knowledge of and understanding of FCC rules and regulations.
• Experience in IT, including an understanding of networking, software, and desktop/server operating systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, Video Conferencing Software, and Computer Aided Drafting Software.
• Experience with GatesAir ULXTE transmitters a plus.

Skills

• Sound engineering foundation and troubleshooting skills.
• RF transmission and related technologies.
• Control room automation, cameras and recording devices.
• Non-linear editing systems, transcoding products, routers, encoders, and video servers.
• FCC rules and regulations.
• IT, networking, software, and desktop/server operating systems.
• Microsoft Office Applications, Video Conferencing Software, and Computer Aided Drafting Software.
• Experience with GatesAir ULXTE transmitters.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO.
• Generous paid time off.
• On-site and virtual engagement events.
• Opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.

Pay

Hiring Salary Range: $70,000.00 - 90,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Schedule

Must be able to work weekends, holidays, overtime and varying shifts when necessary to meet station needs, sometimes with little notice.