Director of Engineering, WTMJ

KSHB / KMCI / The EW Scripps Company • Milwaukee, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

WTMJ is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead their talented technical team in delivering world-class broadcast experiences. This role involves driving innovation, mentoring a team of professionals, and ensuring technical systems operate at peak performance. The ideal candidate is passionate about cutting-edge technology and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• BS/BA in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Generally, 10+ years of experience in a related field is preferred
• Prior managerial experience preferred
• Network, SBE, and/or Project Management certification preferred
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company's required insurance limits.

Nice To Haves

• "Customer service first" mindset, ability to deliver a high level of customer service
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strategic planning abilities
• Excellent managerial skills in working with management, users, staff, peers, and vendors
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to relate technical matters to non-technical users
• Ability to relate business matters to technical staff
• Team player
• Self-directed and can work independently
• Strong project management skills
• Can manage shifting priorities, demands, and timelines smoothly
• Knowledge of FCC rules
• Understanding of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and information systems
• Keen interest in emerging broadcast-related technologies and how they might be utilized in our business environment

Responsibilities

• Model and lead a culture of empathy, customer service, and leadership.
• Lead the research, design, installation, and repair of all television, digital, OTT, Internet Systems, high-power RF systems, production environments, and all associated equipment using current platforms and protocols.
• Manage building facilities and grounds, including HVAC, power generation, and security systems.
• Partner with the news department to develop, build, and support content workflow and support systems, including integration and problem-solving software, hardware, networking, and infrastructure, while facilitating a collaborative environment between newsroom and production control staff.
• Motivate and manage a staff of professional and technical engineers, operators, and IT technicians.
• Develop and grow staff in technology and Scripps culture to meet the ongoing and future technological needs of the station, and evaluate staff growth opportunities and assessments.
• Establish and implement engineering policies and procedures.
• Evaluate and maintain the spectrum and broadband usage of the facility.
• Manage projects.
• Plan, design, and document current and future broadcast and digital systems.
• Collaborate with other departments to determine current and future studio, transmission, and workflow needs.
• Prepare and track capital, expense, repair, and maintenance budgets.
• Use the company's purchasing management system to purchase and track assets and services, as well as replacement cycles.
• Evaluate equipment solutions.
• Keep the station compliant with the FCC Rules and Regulations, as well as related local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer
• Will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director