[ref. y19656121] Production Systems Engineer - NBCUniversal
NBCUniversal Production Engineering is hiring for a Production Systems Engineer for our Production Project Engineering department at 30 Rock, supporting Studios & Control Rooms 24/7 at Rockefeller Center.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the Production Systems Infrastructure Team in adopting cutting-edge broadcast technology.
- Implement broadcast technology into 30 Rock's Production systems.
- Create new systems and workflows for NBCU Operation Teams.
- Design, document, and configure technical facilities like control rooms, studio equipment, and computer equipment.
- Collaborate with production and operations to understand project needs.
- Manage engineering projects and prioritize tasks.
- Communicate with Entertainment & News Production communities to gather project requirements.
- Create handoff documentation and provide training.
- Act as a support contact for emergencies.
- Bachelor’s degree in broadcast/production, electrical engineering, computer science, Information Systems, or STEM-based field of study or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years of recent TV broadcast experience.
- Proficiency in broadcast production systems and software, including SMPTE standards, Grass Valley SMPTE-2110 Products, and other similar systems.
- Solid understanding of computer networking and SMPTE standards.
- Understanding of the 24/7 nature of on-air environments.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong familiarity with TV engineering and broadcast systems.
Desired Characteristics:
- Familiarity with TV engineering and broadcast systems.
- Proficiency in broadcast production systems and software, including Evertz Products, Calrec Audio Consoles, and others.
- Solid understanding of SMPTE standards and technical/plant facilities.
- Schematic design and drafting knowledge.
- Familiarity with FPGA design.
Additional Requirements:
- Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $100,000 - $130,000
We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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