Mobile Unit Engineer Apprentice

NEP Group, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

NEP Group, Inc. is offering a Mobile Unit Engineering Apprenticeship Program in Pittsburgh, PA. This hands-on curriculum aims to train talented individuals to set up outside broadcast units, maintain broadcasting equipment, and manage site logistics for live productions.

The program is structured over two years, providing extensive exposure to various roles in broadcast engineering. Applicants should have an associates or technical degree, strong computer skills, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Associates or Technical Degree in Broadcast Communications, Electronics or Engineering school is preferred.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of networking basics.
• Ability to travel up to 100% upon graduation from the program.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on curriculum for Mobile Unit Engineering.
• Set up outside broadcast units for live productions.
• Maintain and troubleshoot broadcasting equipment.
• Handle site logistics and coordination.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Knowledge of networking basics

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Associates or Technical Degree in Broadcast Communications, Electronics or Engineering

Job description

You might not know our name, but you’ve probably seen our work – on stage, on screen or on the field. Our technology solutions and unique Global Production Ecosystem empower content creators and rights holders to tell their stories in breakthrough ways. We’ve supported some of the world’s most watched productions and live events in sports, entertainment, concerts, festivals, film, TV and more. For over 40 years our clients have trusted us to deliver live production, live events, and virtual production solutions for them, anytime, anywhere. Put simply, we bring content to life.

What You Will Do

NEP’s Mobile Unit Engineering Apprenticeship Program is a hands‑on curriculum for highly talented and motivated individuals interested in gaining the experience needed to become a part of the best team of broadcast engineers in the business. The program will start you on an exciting and challenging career path that will help you learn how to set up outside broadcast units for live productions, maintain and troubleshoot broadcasting equipment and handle site logistics and coordination.

Throughout our structured, two‑year program you will have the opportunity to learn our business, think and act on your feet, work in a flexible and fast‑paced environment, travel to event locations and learn how NEP assembles and maintains our fleet of state‑of‑the‑art mobile units. Graduates of our apprenticeship program are found at all levels of NEP; you will be prepared for a variety of roles to kick start your career with us.

The program is divided into the following phases, the length of each can vary based on your experience and education:

• Field Shop
• Copper Maintenance
• Fiber Optics
• Systems Integration
• Systems Support

The apprentice program is based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Requirements

• An associates or Technical Degree in Broadcast Communications, Electronics or Engineering school is preferred
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of networking basics
• Ability to travel up to 100% upon graduation from the program
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills