Systems Engineer, NBC & Telemundo Miami

About the job

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

You will be part of a dedicated team supporting our 365 days news operations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the ability to work alone and as part of a team. The role includes working on projects and wide range of broadcast technologies. Candidates must have a strong desire to learn and develop their skills. On-site shift work is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Must be customer focused, results driven and able to work in 24/7/365 environment.
• Responsibilities include installing, maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting broadcast technology.
• Maintain, support & troubleshoot Over-the-Air broadcast equipment.
• Able to quickly learn quickly, research and find information.
• Documentation (AutoCAD), SOP’s and upkeep of maintenance logs and databases.
• Works well under pressure to rectify technical issues in a timely manner.
• Works well within a team but also works efficiently independently.
• Undertake Projects as assigned and ensure on-time delivery.
• Working with Division and Vendors on projects and troubleshooting.
• Well-organized, self-motivated and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be solution-oriented, proactive, and willing to go the extra mile to give our content teams what they need.
• Must be able to act with urgency, immediacy, and make appropriate decisions.
• Provide daily support and leadership in all areas of our EHS program including reporting, documenting and investigations.
• Work with company Purchase Order system and vendors to issues PO’s, inventory management and asset management.
• Must be able to work during extreme Weather events in support of all Florida Stations
• Must be able to support of all Florida Stations
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, IT or related field
• 5+ years of experience in Broadcasting
• Candidates with a relevant degree or experience considered.
• Experience in a similar role within a TV Station, ISP, media company, systems integrator, or other relevant industry desirable.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills with ability to interface with all levels of management & user community.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in News desirable.
• Experience working on outside events desirable.
• Associate degree in Film Production, Broadcasting, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields, technical certifications with CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, etc., or equivalent work experience.
• Must be willing to work evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays with little or/no notice depending on production schedules.
• Strong customer service skills and professionalism.
• Proficient with IT routers, switches, firewalls, and port management applications
• Proficient in A/V file transcoding, data archiving processes and video compression technologies & standards.
• Hands on experience with support of non-linear edit systems such as Premier, FCP, Edius.
• Demonstrated knowledge of media over managed IP networks and protocols.
• Knowledge and experience with hardware virtualization
• Knowledge of media workflow tools and production systems such as Vantage, Dalet, Ross Overdrive or similar.
• Knowledge of newsgathering and communications systems
• Strong ability to read and generate system documentation (Visio, ACAD).
• Knowledge of distribution systems including RF, Satellite, bonded cellular and streaming media over managed IP networks and protocols
• Knowledge or proficient on the following:
• Service Now ticketing system
• SCCM Patches Deployment
• Newsroom System Application Dalet
• AWS Elemental servers
• VMs infrastructure
• General IP knowledge (VLANS, Subnets, DNS, etc.)
• Must be able to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Bilingual (Spanish and English) desirable
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• Must be willing to work in Miramar Florida Studios
• Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays with little or short notice depending on production schedules
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
  
  

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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