Radio Broadcast Engineer — RF, Studio & IT Ops

Shaw Media; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Shaw Media is seeking a Radio Broadcast Engineer to support and maintain our radio stations across Northern Illinois. Ideal candidates will have experience in broadcast engineering, telecommunications, and IT networking.

This role involves troubleshooting FM, AM, and HD Radio facilities, providing technical support, and ensuring FCC compliance. Shaw Media offers a competitive salary range of $60,000 - $85,000, along with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Experience in broadcast engineering, telecommunications, IT networking, or related technical field.
• Working knowledge of radio transmission systems preferred.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electronic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot FM, AM, HD Radio, and translator facilities.
• Support studio equipment including consoles and automation systems.
• Provide after-hours technical support on a rotating basis.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

IT networking

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

FCC compliance knowledge

Tools

Wheatstone

Marketron

Nautel

Job description

Shaw Media is seeking a Radio Broadcast Engineer to support and maintain our radio stations across Northern Illinois. Ideal candidates will have experience in broadcast engineering, telecommunications, and IT networking.

This role involves troubleshooting FM, AM, and HD Radio facilities, providing technical support, and ensuring FCC compliance. Shaw Media offers a competitive salary range of $60,000 - $85,000, along with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.