Engineer, Chief

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Chief Engineer in Champaign, IL to oversee day-to-day Engineering Department operations and the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station.

You will plan staffing, training, and performance evaluations, and guide hiring, promotions, and terminations. Maintain transmitter sites and IT staff, ensuring compliance and modernization aligned with corporate goals.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills.
• Minimum five years' experience with digital electronics in TV broadcasting, including leadership.
• Experience guiding and evaluating staff and setting performance standards.
• Ability to lead long-range objectives and develop strategic actions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department and maintenance of broadcast technology.
• Plan staffing, training, and performance evaluations; manage hiring and promotions.
• Maintain station compliance with FCC and other regulations; coordinate IT staff.
• Manage capital projects and budgets; supervise multiple sites and remote links.
• Ensure uptime of transmitter sites and production facilities; supervise schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing management

Project management

Communication

Digital electronics

Broadcasting

Problem solving

PC/MS Office

Fiber connectivity

A/V routing

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field

Tools

Broadcast equipment

Microwave equipment

A/V routing

Video editing systems

Job description

The Chief Engineer oversee the day to day operations of the Engineering Department and is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station. Manages all aspects of the Engineering Department Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the Engineering Department Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station Ensures station compliance with FCC rules and regulations, as well as all local, state and federal regulations applicable to the station Works with corporate leadership to develop and implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station Manages the information technology staff and system Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met Works with corporate leadership to manage engineering and technology capital projects to the established budgets Maintenance of a local transmitter site, and a remote transmitter and studio site both located 90 miles away; connectivity for these sites includes data circuits and microwave hops. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Minimum five years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment, with at least three year’s experience in a leadership role
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
• Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Strong PC/MS Office experience
• Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems
• Experience with digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment
• Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining broadcasting industry equipment and information technology systems
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. #LI-onsite #WCIA3 Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.