NEP UK: Vision Engineer (Guaranteel Level)

NEP Group; Moss End; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NEP Group in the United Kingdom seeks a seasoned Vision Engineer to own and deliver complex live productions from design through live delivery.

You will lead the design, configuration, testing and validation of vision systems for OB trucks, flypack and remote productions, with hands-on setup of SMPTE ST 2110, IP networks and SDI workflows. Join a collaborative team, mentor junior engineers, produce technical documentation and ensure system reliability on time-critical broadcasts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Vision Engineer in OB/live production environments.
• Strong ability to design, configure and support complex vision systems.
• In-depth knowledge of SMPTE ST 2110 and IP-based production.
• Understanding of broadcast network architecture, multicast and PTP.
• Hands-on experience with broadcast network switches and SDI workflows.

Responsibilities

• Own the vision systems from design through live delivery for OB, flypack and remote productions.
• Lead system design, configuration, testing and validation of vision chains, including cameras, CCUs, mixers, routers and multiviewers.
• Configure and support IP-based production environments with SMPTE ST 2110, PTP, multicast and redundancy.
• Lead integration of vision, audio, replay and wider production systems; operate as Guarantee Vision Engineer on live productions.
• Produce and maintain technical diagrams, build records and documentation; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Vision engineering

SMPTE ST 2110

IP-based production

Broadcast networks

SDI workflows

Fault-finding

Documentation

Mentoring

Live production

Team leadership

Tools

Broadcast network switches

SDI equipment

Job description

What you will be doing

ownership of vision systems from project design through to live delivery. Lead system design, configuration, testing and validation for OB trucks and flypack projects. Engineer and support complex vision chains, including cameras, CCUs, vision mixers, routers, multiviewers, monitoring and tally. Implement and support IP-based production environments, including SMPTE ST 2110, PTP, multicast, redundancy and broadcast network infrastructure. Configure and support broadcast control, orchestration and monitoring systems. Lead the integration of vision, replay, audio, communications and wider production systems. Operate as the Guarantee Vision Engineer on live productions, taking ownership of system performance and resolving faults quickly. Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation, system diagrams and build records. Contribute to improvements in system design, workflows, engineering standards and reliability.
Mentor and support less experienced engineers, sharing knowledge and best practice.

About you

You will be an accomplished Vision Engineer with the technical expertise, judgement and composure to lead complex live productions independently.

• Proven experience operating at Guarantee Vision Engineer level within outside broadcast or live production environments.
• Strong experience designing, configuring and supporting complex vision systems.
• In-depth knowledge of SMPTE ST 2110 and IP-based production environments.
• A strong understanding of broadcast network architecture, including multicast and PTP.
• Hands-on experience configuring broadcast network switches.
• Excellent knowledge of SDI systems and hybrid SDI/IP workflows.
• Experience with broadcast control systems and complex technical integration.
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, planning and documentation skills.
• The ability to remain calm, decisive and accountable in time-critical live environments.
• Strong communication skills
  and a collaborative approach.

How you'll work the NEP Way

We are Reliable, Ethical, Innovative and One Team. You will be expected to collaborate openly, communicate clearly, use your initiative to solve problems and plan ahead to deliver consistently high standards for our clients and colleagues.

Why join NEP?

• Work on some of the world's most recognised live sporting and entertainment productions.
• Take ownership of advanced vision and media systems across OB, flypack and remote production environments.
• Build expertise in IP-based production and emerging broadcast technologies.
• Learn from experienced specialists through practical experience, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Access online learning and support for relevant professional training and qualifications.
• Develop your career towards senior engineering and technical leadership opportunities.
• Join a highly skilled, collaborative and supportive engineering team.

Success in this role means becoming a trusted technical authority who can deliver reliable, resilient and operationally effective vision systems, while providing confidence to clients, production teams and colleagues throughout a live broadcast. All engineering positions at NEP UK are primarily deployed roles, working on site at client productions. Engineers are also expected to attend our head office at Gemini House, Bracknell, as and when required to support job preparation and related engineering activities.