Diversified
Overview
Broadcast Media Senior Design Engineer role at Diversified. The Senior Design Engineer (SDE) is a lead member of the core team for designing and implementing Master Control and production systems employing SMPTE ST-2110 and advanced playout and automation systems. The SDE provides direction and oversight through the project life cycle from sales concept to design development, construction drawings to implementation support. As the technical authority on a project team, the SDE determines and executes client and system requirements and collaborates with SME teams as required. The SDE mentors other design engineers on the project team and reports to a Regional Director of Engineering. Project assignments are determined by Engineering and Technical Operations Leadership based on enterprise-wide demands, capabilities and availability.
Note:
while this is a virtual position day to day, it involves frequent onsite presence at customer sites concentrated in the Denver CO area. Residing in (or a willingness to relocate to) Denver CO is a requirement for this job.
Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr
What You’ll Do
Leads complex engagements and works directly with clients and project teams to develop budgets, timelines and manage expectations.
Negotiate changes in deliverables and schedules and act as an escalation point for engineering issues.
May regularly lead teams on large projects.
Conceptualize system designs and determine system requirements.
Provide technical expertise and coordination information to support base building tasks and planning of audio, video, and control solutions.
Oversee and/or develop the Bill of Materials (BOM) and supporting documentation.
Develop detailed design documentation strategy based on established engineering standard practices. Track engineering team tasks to completion.
Generate functional system descriptions, complete block wiring diagrams, rack elevations, custom plates, or cabling assemblies.
Research, identify, and recommend technology options for clients and projects.
Provide technical expertise and oversee creation of and reconciliation of the complete construction drawing package, support documentation for installation and coordination with architects and other trades.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams to identify requirements for cloud-based solutions that meet live broadcast production and post-production workflows.
Design and architect cloud-based solutions for live broadcast production workflows, channel playout, and content delivery.
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions are optimized for cost, performance, and reliability.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members.
Experience building complex networking infrastructure on premises.
Test, commission, and configure subsystems during project deployment.
Support projects and teams in build phase. Complete the as-built drawings for service hand-over.
Provide regular project engineering milestone status updates for Technical Operations resource planning.
Maintain expertise in the industry through ongoing review of trade publications, industry trade shows, seminars, and educational forums.
Develop expertise in the industry through ongoing review of trade publications, industry trade shows, seminars, and educational forums.
Complexity
The Senior Design Engineer works with the Regional Engineering Director and the Technical Operations Directors on resource assignments. This role is primarily billable in a post-sales capacity, with occasional pre-sales estimation and design efforts.
Decision Making Authority
Final sign-off on project BOM prior to purchasing; vetting products and making detailed equipment decisions. Acts as the technical leader on a project and can recommend direction on scope changes and programming and commissioning activities. Approves drawing packages completed by other design engineers and supervises them.
Physical Working Environment
Work will be performed within normal office conditions and/or home office depending on location. Occasional exposure to construction site conditions. Employee is responsible for safety on job sites and must comply with safety regulations in place by the GC. PPE is usually required on job sites. May spend at least 50% of time on their feet and move around construction sites. Requires use of keyboards, test equipment, and controls for SI installation projects. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision.
Travel Occasional travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Valid driver’s license required. Reimbursement for mileage at current corporate rate. Local travel to job sites (within a 2-hour drive each way) is typical, with remote travel up to 30% at times. Less than 10% remote travel may be required regularly.
What You’ll Bring Education & Certifications
High school diploma or GED required
Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office 365
Required Skills/Qualifications
8+ years’ experience in Media and Entertainment technical systems designing.
Demonstrated knowledge of broadcast technology, equipment, facilities, and production systems in Media and Entertainment / Broadcast, including HD, UHD, HDR, SDI, HD-SDI, NDI, SMPTE 2110 IP transport.
Familiarity with Master Control playout and automation systems
Familiarity with networked audio systems and transport protocols including 2110-30, AES-67, Ravenna and Dante
Understanding of cloud-based video production workflow
Knowledge of encoding, transport and decoding technology
Experience in architecting, designing, and implementing cloud-based production solutions is a plus
Cloud Certification (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc) is a plus
Understanding of TCP/IP, ACLs, QoS, VLANs and Wireless Access Points
Proven track record of successfully completing engineering projects
Awareness of construction project phases: Program, Conceptualization, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Construction and Commissioning
Detail-oriented, independent, self-starter
Exceptional time management and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to analyze complex issues and communicate concise messages
Strong problem solving and technical troubleshooting skills
What We Offer Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
Multiple medical plan options
Dental and vision plans
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and EAP
Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
401k with Employer Match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services
And more
To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit our career site or email careers@onediversified.com.
Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All employment will be based on job requirements, qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We support fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact careers@onediversified.com so we can assist you.
Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay details vary by market and factors including location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Other compensation elements may be provided as part of a total package.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology and Design
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting and Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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Note:
while this is a virtual position day to day, it involves frequent onsite presence at customer sites concentrated in the Denver CO area. Residing in (or a willingness to relocate to) Denver CO is a requirement for this job.
Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr
What You’ll Do
Leads complex engagements and works directly with clients and project teams to develop budgets, timelines and manage expectations.
Negotiate changes in deliverables and schedules and act as an escalation point for engineering issues.
May regularly lead teams on large projects.
Conceptualize system designs and determine system requirements.
Provide technical expertise and coordination information to support base building tasks and planning of audio, video, and control solutions.
Oversee and/or develop the Bill of Materials (BOM) and supporting documentation.
Develop detailed design documentation strategy based on established engineering standard practices. Track engineering team tasks to completion.
Generate functional system descriptions, complete block wiring diagrams, rack elevations, custom plates, or cabling assemblies.
Research, identify, and recommend technology options for clients and projects.
Provide technical expertise and oversee creation of and reconciliation of the complete construction drawing package, support documentation for installation and coordination with architects and other trades.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams to identify requirements for cloud-based solutions that meet live broadcast production and post-production workflows.
Design and architect cloud-based solutions for live broadcast production workflows, channel playout, and content delivery.
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions are optimized for cost, performance, and reliability.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members.
Experience building complex networking infrastructure on premises.
Test, commission, and configure subsystems during project deployment.
Support projects and teams in build phase. Complete the as-built drawings for service hand-over.
Provide regular project engineering milestone status updates for Technical Operations resource planning.
Maintain expertise in the industry through ongoing review of trade publications, industry trade shows, seminars, and educational forums.
Develop expertise in the industry through ongoing review of trade publications, industry trade shows, seminars, and educational forums.
Complexity
The Senior Design Engineer works with the Regional Engineering Director and the Technical Operations Directors on resource assignments. This role is primarily billable in a post-sales capacity, with occasional pre-sales estimation and design efforts.
Decision Making Authority
Final sign-off on project BOM prior to purchasing; vetting products and making detailed equipment decisions. Acts as the technical leader on a project and can recommend direction on scope changes and programming and commissioning activities. Approves drawing packages completed by other design engineers and supervises them.
Physical Working Environment
Work will be performed within normal office conditions and/or home office depending on location. Occasional exposure to construction site conditions. Employee is responsible for safety on job sites and must comply with safety regulations in place by the GC. PPE is usually required on job sites. May spend at least 50% of time on their feet and move around construction sites. Requires use of keyboards, test equipment, and controls for SI installation projects. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision.
Travel Occasional travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Valid driver’s license required. Reimbursement for mileage at current corporate rate. Local travel to job sites (within a 2-hour drive each way) is typical, with remote travel up to 30% at times. Less than 10% remote travel may be required regularly.
What You’ll Bring Education & Certifications
High school diploma or GED required
Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office 365
Required Skills/Qualifications
8+ years’ experience in Media and Entertainment technical systems designing.
Demonstrated knowledge of broadcast technology, equipment, facilities, and production systems in Media and Entertainment / Broadcast, including HD, UHD, HDR, SDI, HD-SDI, NDI, SMPTE 2110 IP transport.
Familiarity with Master Control playout and automation systems
Familiarity with networked audio systems and transport protocols including 2110-30, AES-67, Ravenna and Dante
Understanding of cloud-based video production workflow
Knowledge of encoding, transport and decoding technology
Experience in architecting, designing, and implementing cloud-based production solutions is a plus
Cloud Certification (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc) is a plus
Understanding of TCP/IP, ACLs, QoS, VLANs and Wireless Access Points
Proven track record of successfully completing engineering projects
Awareness of construction project phases: Program, Conceptualization, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Construction and Commissioning
Detail-oriented, independent, self-starter
Exceptional time management and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to analyze complex issues and communicate concise messages
Strong problem solving and technical troubleshooting skills
What We Offer Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
Multiple medical plan options
Dental and vision plans
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and EAP
Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
401k with Employer Match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services
And more
To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit our career site or email careers@onediversified.com.
Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All employment will be based on job requirements, qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We support fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact careers@onediversified.com so we can assist you.
Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay details vary by market and factors including location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Other compensation elements may be provided as part of a total package.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology and Design
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting and Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Diversified.
Get notified when a new job is posted.
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