Fox

Director of Engineering

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$110kDetected 31 days ago

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About the role

Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network.
In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week.
These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineering professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Partner with the Vice President of Engineering, Production leadership, and other departments to support station objectives and long-term technical initiatives.
Maintain on-call availability and provide leadership during emergency situations impacting station operations.
Develop engineering priorities, workflows, and operational procedures to support a 24/7 broadcast environment.
Provide hands-on support and technical guidance for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of station equipment and systems.
Monitor and maintain facility-related systems, including HVAC, electrical, and other critical infrastructure.
Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget.
Evaluate emerging technologies and develop recommendations that support operational efficiency, innovation, and future growth.
Assist in developing and managing capital and operating budgets.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for workflow improvements and technology enhancements.

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in broadcast engineering, broadcast technology, or a related technical field.
Strong understanding of broadcast systems, transmission technologies, and production workflows.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and work in equipment rooms, studios, and transmitter facilities as needed.
Occasional travel required.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Broadcasting, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Advanced degree and/or industry certifications are a plus.
Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE), networking, cybersecurity, or related technical certifications preferred.
Experience working in a union environment.
Experience managing engineering budgets and capital projects.
Technical Experience
Candidates should have experience supporting and troubleshooting a variety of broadcast technologies, including:
Transmission systems, including GatesAir and Rohde & Schwarz platforms

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $90,000.00-110,000.00 annually.

FOX Television Stations is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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