Chief Engineer

Sinclair Inc.; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Inc. seeks a Chief Engineer to oversee all engineering functions at the Johnstown station, planning future equipment installations, requirements, and budgetary recommendations.

You will manage engineering staff training and hiring, supervise IT and LAN maintenance, and ensure software licensing is current. The role requires 5+ years in broadcast electrical systems, strong troubleshooting skills, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility for extended hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in broadcast electrical system and equipment maintenance.
• Experience training and managing technicians with a positive and constructive attitude.
• Proficiency in evaluating, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining broadcast equipment and IT systems.
• Dedication to quality and time management while upholding FCC regulations.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings.
• Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all engineering functions of the station, including planning of future equipment installations, requirements, and budgetary recommendations
• Manage training and hiring processes for engineering staff
• Supervise maintenance of computer software, hardware, and local area network applications
• Ensure software license compliance and all software versions are up to date
• Supervise preventive maintenance and/or troubleshooting of broadcast electrical equipment, including cameras, audio and video equipment, microwave transmitters and receivers, satellite receivers, and computing equipment
• Supervise and/or perform transmitter maintenance
• Work with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC compliance

Skills

Broadcast maintenance

Staff training

IT systems proficiency

FCC compliance

Driver's license

Shift flexibility

Physical ability

Education

Technical degree in electronics or related field

SBE certification

A+ certification

Job description

• Oversee all engineering functions of the station, including, planning of future equipment installations, requirements, and budgetary recommendations
• Manage training and hiring processes for engineering staff
• Supervise maintenance of computer software, hardware, and local area network applications
• Ensure software license compliance and all software versions are up to date
• Supervise preventive maintenance and/or troubleshooting of broadcast electronical equipment, including but not limited to, cameras, audio and video equipment, microwave transmitters and receivers, satellite receivers, and computing equipment
• Supervise and/or perform transmitter maintenance
• Work with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC compliance

WJAC is looking for a Chief Engineer!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all engineering functions of the station, including, planning of future equipment installations, requirements, and budgetary recommendations
• Manage training and hiring processes for engineering staff
• Supervise maintenance of computer software, hardware, and local area network applications
• Ensure software license compliance and all software versions are up to date
• Supervise preventive maintenance and/or troubleshooting of broadcast electronical equipment, including but not limited to, cameras, audio and video equipment, microwave transmitters and receivers, satellite receivers, and computing equipment
• Supervise and/or perform transmitter maintenance
• Work with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC compliance

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in broadcast electrical system and equipment maintenance
• Experience training and managing technicians with a positive and constructive attitude
• Proficiency in evaluating, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining broadcast equipment and IT systems
• Dedication to quality and time management while upholding to all FCC regulations
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings
• Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods of time, and lift computers or equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Technical degree in electronics or a related field, or an equivalent of work and educational experience
• SBE certification and A+ certification is preferred

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.