System Design Engineer (Broadcast) - NBC Sports

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The 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 day-to-day 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 front line Engineering maintenance support of all the teleproduction 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.
• Assist with the implementation and commissioning of new systems, including the training of the engineering team and production technicians. 
• Assist with 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 Manager 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.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Broadcast Production Technology, or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of background in live studio production and support.
• 2+ years of hands-on troubleshooting experience.
• Hands on direct knowledge of broadcast television technologies including Analog/SD/HDSDI Video, 5.1 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.
• 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.

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 MVS and 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

Additional Requirement:

• 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

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. 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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.