Broadcast Engineer

NEP SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in broadcast technologies seeks a skilled engineer to support outside broadcasting operations. This role requires at least 5 years of experience, familiarity with broadcasting equipment, and a commitment to maintaining high technical standards. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the engineering team and manage project tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in broadcast television.
• Familiar with Routers, Switchers, Tally Systems, and Multiviewers.
• Keen interest in broadcast technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist Engineering Manager with daily operations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot broadcasting equipment.
• Draft technical reports and prepare project documents.

Skills

Broadcast television operation

Troubleshooting broadcasting equipment

Radio Frequency Equipment

Technical report drafting

Understanding of computers and networks

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications

Tools

EVS equipment (LSM, X-File, X-Hub, IP Director)

Cisco Switches

Job description

Job Description

• To assist Engineering Manager to ensure smooth running of daily engineering operations.
• To be competent to set up, configure, operate and maintain a wide variety of electronic equipment involved in outside broadcasting production, including, but not limited to HD Video, UHD Video, Audio and Communication Equipment.
• To be competent in the use of Radio Frequency Equipment and antenna systems
• To be able to troubleshoot broadcasting equipment to a system level and able to communicate and report to the office and manufacturer for problem solving.
• To undertake project work from site surveys to delivering in a professional and timely manner.
• To assist in keeping equipment updated with the manufacturers latest software releases.
• To be responsible for maintaining technical equipment and systems to the required safety and technical standards with minimum disruption to operational activities.
• To be willing to learn and practice the new technologies used by NEP Singapore that have not been experienced or worked with before.
• To be able to direct, instruct and manage assistant engineers and possible system integrators on projects.
• To work safely at all times, complying with statutory safety requirements from NEP Singapore Health and Safety Policies.
• To be able to draft technical reports of field work.
• To be competent in reading and designing of the engineering workflow.
• Prepare technical documents for the preparation of projects and amend as necessary throughout the life of the project
• Attend technical meetings for the projects when is necessary.
• To be flexible with work time and travel.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of working in broadcast television. Preferably with direct experience of working in an Outside Broadcast environment.
• Familiar with the operation and programming of Routers, Switchers, Tally Systems, Multiviewers, etc
• Familiar with the setup and integration of cameras, lenses, ccu’s etc.
• Experience with EVS equipment including LSM, X-File, X-Hub, IP Director
• Relevant engineering qualifications or a proven track record
• An understanding of radio, television, and the associated transmission and carrier systems.
• Understanding of computers, servers, IT systems and networks.
• A keen interest in broadcast technology, its development and application in the region.
• Knowledge of Cisco Switches and IP technology an advantage.