Director of Broadcast Engineering (NC) – Lead Tech Team

Curtis Media Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtis Media Group seeks an experienced Director of Engineering to lead a four-person team across NC radio stations. You will troubleshoot day-to-day studio issues and work closely with the CEO/COO to deploy new technologies while ensuring FCC and regulatory compliance.

The role covers capital equipment budgeting, contract engineering oversight, and after-hours on-call rotation. A strong background in broadcast engineering and IT basics is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics or related field; OR commensurate experience in broadcast engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in broadcasting engineering; supervision preferred.
• IT basics including networks, Windows OS, and PC hardware; familiarity with AD and security hardware/software.
• Basic familiarity with HVAC systems and principles.
• Valid driver’s license and travel to sites as required.
• Ability to lift reasonable weights, work on ladders and in confined spaces.
• SBE certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a four-person engineering team and contract engineers.
• Resolve day-to-day issues for programming staff in state-of-the-art radio studios.
• Collaborate with CEO/COO to identify engineering problems and implement new technology.
• Ensure FCC rules and all local/state regulations are met.
• Plan and budget capital equipment repair and replacement.
• After-hours on-call availability; some weekend/holiday work may be required.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Broadcast engineering

IT networking

Active Directory

HVAC familiarity

Driver's license

On-call availability

WideOrbit automation

MediaTouch automation

BE AudioVault

Wheatnet IP

SBE certification

Education

Associate degree in electronics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Active Directory

Windows OS

PC hardware

Security hardware/software

HVAC basics

Job description

Curtis Media Group seeks an experienced Director of Engineering to lead a four-person team across NC radio stations. You will troubleshoot day-to-day studio issues and work closely with the CEO/COO to deploy new technologies while ensuring FCC and regulatory compliance.

The role covers capital equipment budgeting, contract engineering oversight, and after-hours on-call rotation. A strong background in broadcast engineering and IT basics is required.