Senior Design Engineer, Broadcast

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Deliver pre-sales engineering assistance for broadcast and experiential initiatives in collaboration with AVI-SPL offices worldwide.

• Convert customer requirements into implementable enterprise broadcast system designs along with comprehensive documentation.

• Collaborate with Account Managers and sales teams to grasp client needs, pinpoint risks, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

• Assist in the strategic sales of large broadcast projects by providing technical and industry insights.

• Offer labor estimates and material specifications for sales proposals.

• Create and maintain design standards packages for significant and repeat customer accounts.

• Generate bills of materials, conceptual block diagrams, infrastructure layouts, and scopes of work.

• Assess power, data, and conduit infrastructure needs and coordinate with general contractors.

• Identify and relay project risks, site conditions, scheduling needs, and dependencies.

• Review pre-construction documents and coordinate efforts with vendors, architects, consultants, and contractors.

• Evaluate and validate designs from junior engineers to ensure compliance with best practices.

• Support project implementation teams by acting as a design authority and providing technical insights.

• Attend meetings outside of local time zones approximately 20 times a year.

• Travel to domestic and international job sites as necessary.

• Provide weekly project updates to the XTG Engineering Manager.

• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers while sharing engineering best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong business acumen and knowledge of the broadcast and audio-visual industry, including trends, standards, and customer expectations.

• Leadership skills, encompassing mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.

• Advanced problem-solving abilities and the capacity to effectively address risks independently.

• Proficient communication of technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Self-motivated learning through continuous education or certifications.

• Expertise in designing and configuring broadcast and AV systems from acquisition to transmission.

• Familiarity with broadcast signal formats, cameras, routers, switchers, and signal processing equipment.

• In-depth understanding of IP networking, covering AVoIP, TCP/IP, multicast, VLANs, QoS, and network architecture.

• Experience with SMPTE 2110, AES67, NDI, and other Audio/Video over IP standards.

• Background with broadcast automation systems and Media Asset Management software.

• Knowledge of AVIXA and ANSI/TIA standards.

• Proficient in CAD tools such as AutoCAD and Bluebeam Revu.

• Understanding of power, data, and conduit infrastructure requirements.

• Relevant audio/DSP certifications including Yamaha, Calrec, AVID, Biamp, Q-SYS, BSS, Extron, or Shure.

• AVIXIA CTS-D Certification.

• AVIXA ANP Certification; Cisco CCNA or similar may be accepted in place of ANP.

• Valid driver’s license and motor vehicle record that meet company standards.

• At least a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Formal education in Electronics, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in broadcast and audiovisual system design or integration is preferred.

• Direct end-user experience with Enterprise Broadcast and VC solutions, including Ross Video, Grass Valley, Sony, Panasonic, Evertz, LAWO, Telestream, Cobalt, and VIZRT.

• Experience with large-scale or enterprise-level broadcast and AV projects.

• A proven history of contributing to process enhancements, developing design standards, or leading design workflow initiatives.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical benefits, including vision and dental coverage.

• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

• A vibrant and engaging company culture.

• Opportunities for training and professional development.