NBCUniversal
New York City,, NY
Hybrid

Senior System Design Engineer

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Company Description
NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service. Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal's commitment and how we are making an impact .
Job Description
Role Purpose:
The Sr. System Design Engineer is responsible for detailed broadcast system level, design of a wide range of systems within the broadcast facility including Control Rooms, Studio Systems, Core Routing and Distribution, Post-Production, Graphics and Transmission within NBC Sports' Stamford, CT facility. This position will design systems supporting sports programming for studio and remote production for NBC Network, USA Network, NBC Olympics as well as sports programming on other NBC distribution channels. The position is responsible for the experienced level troubleshooting and support as well as participating in short and long-term strategic planning of all broadcast technology.
Responsibilities:

  • Provide the highest possible "quality of service", by providing technical and operations excellence for the facility enabling it to provide compelling programming and service to its viewers, clients and partners.
  • Provide expert level system support (troubleshooting, upgrades, expansions) of all the tele-production systems working with and alongside a team of engineers
  • Develop conceptual and detailed designs for production systems that incorporate the needs of the production team and technology goals.
  • Develop single-line drawings in AutoCad and prepare cable run sheets for projects.
  • Assist with the procurement and installation of new systems.
  • Lead the implementation and commissioning of new systems, including the training of the engineering team and production technicians.
  • Research, lab test, value compare and design new systems to meet current and future production needs. This would include working with manufacturers to ensure open standard compatibility in systems under consideration for purchase.
  • Lead and organize small to medium projects in the facility with production engineers and freelance drafters.
  • Develop, advise, and maintain existing facility documentation, documentation standards and documentation infrastructure.
  • Develop detailed estimates to support new production initiatives and technology replacement cycles.
  • Assist with the development of the business' technology strategies including development of the capital/operating plans and management of multiple projects.
  • Lead, mentor and develop the performance and efficiency of the Engineering team
  • Coordinate engineering technology and facility needs with the facilities team.
  • Assist with department budgets, forecasts, plans and reports
  • Oversee the requisitions for replacement and new equipment and work with the Director of System Engineering on the facility's technological planning and development
  • Assist with projects within the area of responsibility and provide tracking of project budgets, schedules to ensure on time delivery of all projects and commitments
  • Ability to provide calm and consistent direction under the pressure of LIVE television shows.
  • Ability to determine the root cause of an issue, orchestrate a solution and provide detailed written and oral descriptions of the issue to the client base and management.
  • Ability to work overnights and weekends as required by Project and Plant support needs


Desired Characteristics:

  • High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently
  • Ability to work as part of a collaborative design team as well as supervise others in design and implementation.
  • Ability to incorporate existing design methodologies, while embracing the need to adapt and improve.
  • Motivated to develop and advance their skill set and knowledge base to keep pace with the rapidly evolving technologies of our industry.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • Strong understanding of signal flow and production methods
  • Be process-oriented and able to apply structure to complex problems
  • Be 'customer'-focused and have the ability to communicate complex concepts and designs to non- technical groups
  • Be team oriented and able to solicit and share information freely
  • Working knowledge and hands on experience with the following hardware and systems:
  • Sony XVS Series Switchers
  • Sony Broadcast Cameras
  • EVS XT Servers and Peripheral equipment
  • Calrec Audio Mixer and Hydra Distribution System Support
  • Evertz Modular Products
  • Evertz Baseband Routing Systems
  • SMPTE 2110 IP Routing Systems
  • Grass Valley Modular Products
  • RTS Adam/Omneo Intercom Systems
  • AES-67, and Dante Audio Networking
  • KVM over IP Networks
  • Image Video and LAWO system controls
  • Tektronix Test and Measurement Systems
  • Cisco Switches, Routers and related technology
  • Cloud Production Tools


Qualifications
Basic Requirments:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Broadcast Production Technology, or equivalent work experience.
  • Hands on direct knowledge of broadcast television technologies including Analog/SD/3G-SDI Video, Immersive multi-channel audio, Audio/Video signal routers, Control Room facilities, character generators/graphics playout systems, fiber optic distribution, video servers, VTRs, digital compression, satellite and RF systems and broadcast test and measurement equipment
  • Experience with IT based technologies/processes including Networking, SAN and NAS Storage architectures, Subnetting, asset management systems, server technologies including hardware architectures, real-time systems and custom application development
  • Networking and operating system trouble shooting skills in a broadcast video environment are essential
  • 4+ years of system design and implementation.
  • 4+ years of background in live studio production and support.
  • 4+ years of hands-on troubleshooting experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • High proficiency in AutoCAD
  • Proficiency in Excel, Visio, the MS Office Suite, and related applications
  • Willingness to travel and to work Overnight Schedules/7 days a week with short notice depending on production needs.


Additional Requirements:

  • Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
  • In select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated, must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or adhere to enhanced protocols.
  • Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com
  • Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
  • 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.


Additional Information
NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.

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