Broadcast Director of Engineering

Hearst•Needham, MA

2d•$180,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

WCVB, the ABC affiliate in Boston, Massachusetts, is hiring a Director of Engineering to lead the station's engineering department, including technical operations, the maintenance shop, and facilities. The director works with the Assistant Chief Engineer, Technical Operations Manager, IT Manager, and Facilities Manager to manage department operations and meet the station's facility and team needs. The role requires organizing, planning, managing, documenting, and completing assignments in a live broadcast environment, while collaborating with the President and General Manager, other station department heads, and Hearst Television's corporate engineering team. The position reports directly to the President and General Manager. This is an in-person position at the Needham, Massachusetts facility with no remote-work option. Occasional travel may be required. The role supports broadcast excellence, teamwork, and service to the local community.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in broadcast operations.
At least 3 years of management experience.
Working knowledge of television maintenance, FCC requirements and licensing, and OSHA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

FCC General Class License, SBE certification, or related military experience will be considered.
Experience working in a union environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the engineering department, including technical operations, the maintenance shop, and facilities.
Partner with the President and General Manager, other department heads, and the corporate engineering team to ensure station facilities and teams have what they need to succeed.
Oversee technical aspects of the annual Boston Marathon broadcast, America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration, and Boston's Holiday Lights.
Oversee all studio and field equipment.
Oversee station facilities, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Ensure station IT systems are current and comply with company cybersecurity protocols.
Oversee IT integrity and infrastructure.
Maintain regulatory compliance and quality control of the on-air product across multiple air channels.
Oversee maintenance of the transmitter, satellite antenna systems, automation, signal distribution, and routing systems.
Work collaboratively in a union environment (IBEW).
Lead budgeting and capital planning.
Support and oversee repair of all studio and field equipment.