Broadcast Senior Design Engineer

Broadcast Senior Design Engineer

California, USA Virtual Req # Tuesday, April 30,

At Diversified, we don't just follow tech trends - we set them by leveraging the best in technology and ongoing advisory services to transform businesses.

Our comprehensive suite of solutions is engineered to help our clients build connections that make a difference whether by inspiring viewers, engaging associates, motivating audiences, or streamlining and safeguarding operations.

Our dedicated teams craft solutions experienced by millions every day including :

• Delivering the fan experience at one of + sports facilities for the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, NCAA
• Building the first transportable by air - bringing the World Cup and Super Bowl into homes across the world
• Engineering the first high-density pixel canvas to display HD content at that scale for the LED Display in Times Square, NY
• Empowering and monitoring communication and collaboration solutions within multi-national companies around the globe

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What part will you play?

The Sr. Design Engineer is responsible for mentoring other design engineers on the project team. Reporting to a Regional Director of Technical Operation the SDE’s project assignments are determined by Technical Operations Leadership based on enterprise-wide demands.

Demonstrated knowledge of broadcast technology, equipment, facilities, and production systems used in the Media and Entertainment / Broadcast industry.

Formats include high-definition, UHD and HDR video systems deployed using analog, SDI and SMPTE IP transport protocols. What will you be doing?

• Leads complex engagements and works directly with clients and project teams to develop budgets, timelines and manage expectations.
• Negotiates changes in deliverables and schedules and is an escalation point for engineering issues.
• May be required to regularly lead teams on large projects.
• Conceptualize system designs and determine system requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and coordination information to support the base building tasks performed by others, and planning of audio, video, and control solutions.
• Oversee and / or develop the Bill of Materials (BOM) and supporting documentation.
• Develop detailed design documentation strategy based on established engineering standard practices. Track engineering team tasks to completion.
• Generate functional system descriptions, complete block wiring diagrams, rack elevations, custom plates, or cabling assemblies.
• Research, identify, and recommend technology options for clients and projects.
• Provide technical expertise and oversee the creation of and later reconciliation of the complete construction drawing package, support documentation for installation and coordination with architect and other trades.
• Test, commission, and configure subsystems during project deployment.
• Support projects and teams in build phase. Complete the as-built drawings for service hand-over.
• Provide regular project engineering milestone status updates to Technical Operations resource planning.
• Maintain expertise in the industry through ongoing review of trade publications, participation in industry trade shows, seminars, and educational forums.

Complexity :

The Senior Design Engineer works with the Regional Engineering Manager, the Technical Operations Directors on resource assignment.

This role is primarily billable in a post-sales capacity, though there are times when the SDE will work on pre-sales estimation and design efforts.

Decision Making Authority :

As the final sign off on project bill of materials prior to purchasing, the SDE is responsible for vetting products and making detailed equipment decisions.

As the technical leader on a project, the SDE has the authority to recommend direction on scope changes and programming and commissioning activities.

The SDE will also be responsible for approving drawing packages being done by other design engineers as well as supervising them in their work.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee. Work will normally be performed within normal office conditions and / or home office depending on location of SDE.

On occasions the employee may be exposed to construction site conditions. Employee will be responsible for their safety while on job sites and to comply with all safety regulations in place by the GC.

Use of PPE is usually required on job sites. The employee can typically spend at least 50% of their time on their feet and be required to mobile around the construction site.

The individual is regularly required to use keyboards, test equipment and controls required for SI installation projects.

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth vision.

Travel :

Occasional travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Employee must possess a valid driver’s license in their state of residence.

Employee will be required to use their own vehicle and will be reimbursed for mileage at the current corporate rate. Local travel to job sites (within a 2 hour driving distance each way) will make up 90% usually but remote travel can be up to 30% of the job at times.

What do we require from you? Education / Certifications :

• High school diploma or GED required
• Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office

Desired Knowledge, Experience and Skills :

• 8+ years’ experience in M&E technical systems designing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of broadcast technology

Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The pay details below range from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market.

Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience depending on the position offered, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits.