Apply on Employer Site

NBCUniversal · 7 hours ago

Manager, Broadcast Design Engineering

Monroe, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. They are seeking a Manager of Broadcast Design Engineering to support the planning, implementation, and sustainment of technical systems used in live sports production and other core broadcast environments.

BroadcastingMedia and EntertainmentNews

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design and document technical systems for remote production control rooms, studios, REMI fly packs, and remote broadcast environments

Oversee and implement system integrations, including IP video/audio, intercom, routing, monitoring, and control systems

Manage relationships with third-party system integrators and vendors to ensure systems are built, tested, and validated according to NBC Sports specifications and project timelines

Supervise a small team of staff engineers or contractors as assigned

Support the commissioning and handoff of new builds and system modifications, ensuring technical documentation and as-built records are complete and accurate

Create system drawings, signal flow diagrams, and rack elevations using tools such as AutoCAD and Lucid

Collaborate with production, operations, and technology teams to design solutions that meet show and network standards

Provide second-level engineering support for system issues identified by operations or maintenance staff

Participate in technical evaluations of new products and workflows

Assist in the design and deployment of backup, redundancy, and monitoring strategies to ensure reliability

Support the VP of Engineering & Technology with capital planning, system lifecycle management, and budget tracking

Qualification

Broadcast engineeringIP-based media systemsSystem integrationTechnical documentationLive production workflowsNetworking technologyTroubleshooting skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Minimum 5 years of experience in broadcast or production engineering with emphasis in design or integration roles

Proven experience coordinating with third-party system integrators and vendors, managing deliverables, and overseeing compliance/acceptance testing

Extensive knowledge and understanding of broadcast production equipment and standards, including video and audio routing, conversion, sync, control, networking and monitoring systems

Proficiency with IP-based live production workflows and standards, such as SMPTE ST-2110, AES67, Dante, and NDI as well as legacy standards such as SDI, AES, and Analog audio

Familiarity and experience with virtualized systems, hypervisors, cloud, and hybrid IP infrastructure

Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills

Candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Must be willing to work in Monroe, CT, and travel when required

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Must be 18 years or older

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite

Preferred

Collaborative, hands-on leader who builds trust across engineering, operations, and production teams

Proven ability to mentor staff and manage small technical teams effectively

Quality-driven mindset with strong ownership of system validation, testing, and on-air reliability

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects

Experience working on large scale live sports or production environments

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Experience with broadcast technology systems including, but not limited to: EVS Cerebrum and Neuron, Arkona/Manifold Technologies, Calrec Audio systems such as Impulse and RP1, RTS Intercoms, Ross Ultrix, Bridge Technologies, Haivision, Medialinks, Appear, and Grass Valley AMPP

Experience with networking technology systems including, but not limited to: Cisco IPFM, Cisco Nexus/Catalyst switches and routers, and technologies such as NBM, OSPF, EIGRP, VXLAN, STP, and BGP

Flexibility to work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays, potentially with long term travel for tentpole events

Company

NBCUniversal

Glassdoor4.0

NBCUniversal is a media company that provides entertainment and news development, production, distribution, and marketing services. It is a sub-organization of Comcast.

Founded in 1912

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees