Principal Engineer, Production Systems

Paramount•New York, NY

10d•$153,830 - $176,000

About The Position

We at Paramount Skydance are looking for a Principal Engineer, Production Systems! Within this team, you will join a group that designs, installs, and debugs various Broadcast Production systems. These include Audio, Video, Control, and IT related to broadcast equipment. As the Principal Engineer, you will be a critical resource, crafting and supporting everything needed to put together a show at our historic broadcast center!

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of broadcast systems. This covers compressed and uncompressed audio and video formats. It also includes SMPTE 2110 IP design and implementation. You should know the production control systems used in complex control rooms, for both live and non-live shows!
Basic knowledge of networking, subnetting, and VLAN implementation.
Solid knowledge of AutoCAD and Vizio.
Deep technical knowledge of current broadcast systems software, protocols, and standards.
Proven knowledge of network administration.
Hands-on software and hardware troubleshooting experience.
Experience documenting and maintaining configuration and process information.

Nice To Haves

College diploma or University degree in the field of Electrical or Broadcast engineering or a minimum of 7 years of equivalent work experience.
Great listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a fast paced environment.
Skilled at working within a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Ability to conduct research into hardware and software issues and products as required.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

Design and support in-house video, audio and control systems.
Support maintenance department for problem-solving and repair of above-mentioned systems.
Maintain network and system documentation.
Conform to CBS security policies, initiatives, and compliance reporting.
Supervision of project as relates to wiring technicians is required.