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Broadcast Engineer Lead

KPNX-TV Phoenix · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 14 days ago

SpringProject ManagementCustomer SupportRF EngineeringLeadershipCommunicationMentoringOSHA

About the role

About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most.
With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television.
This is a pivotal role for a technical visionary who balances hands-on expertise with strategic project leadership.

Project Leadership & Design
End-to-End Project Management: Lead the planning, technical design, and execution of major local, capital, and corporate engineering projects.
Systems Integration: Design and approve the integration of studios, control rooms, transmission infrastructure, automation, and digital asset management systems.
System Maintenance: Maintain and upgrade infrastructure including servers, storage, workstations, network systems, and assist with facilities coordination of HVAC, UPS, and backup power.
Complex Troubleshooting: Oversee the resolution of systemic issues and manage technical support documentation to minimize downtime.
Documentation: Define and maintain rigorous local engineering standards, wiring documentation, and operating procedures
KPNX is seeking a Broadcast Engineer Lead to drive innovation and maintain excellence across our broadcast and IT infrastructure.
The Broadcast Engineer Lead is responsible for shaping system design decisions, defining local engineering standards, and leading complex projects that directly impact station operations.
Lead the planning, technical design, and execution of major local, capital, and corporate engineering projects.
Design and approve the integration of studios, control rooms, transmission infrastructure, automation, and digital asset management systems.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
Minimum 5 years in broadcast operations/technology with a proven track record of leading complex technical projects.

Hands-on experience with broadcast systems, networking, servers, and desktop support.
Knowledge of satellite, microwave, and IP newsgathering technologies is highly preferred.
Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience with broadcast systems, networking, servers, and desktop support.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinic

TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage
disability and life insurance.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply.
For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture.
TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com

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