Chief Engineer
Audacy
- Minneapolis, MN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Responsible for integrity of on-air product.
- Plan & develop all aspects of radio technical facilities, including telephone, satellite, STL, two-way systems and vehicles, computers and networks.
- Select, install and maintain high-power transmitters and all associated equipment; modify and document all broadcast circuitry.
- Purchase studio equipment; maintain mixing consoles and all associated in-studio equipment.
- Handle telco problems and service calls; order services. Work with technicians to troubleshoot circuits; cross connect in-house circuits. Keep record of telephone circuits; maintain ISDN and broadcast loops.
- Review logs weekly for correct and complete entries and EAS tests and tower lighting requirements.
- Generator testing, fueling and supervision of maintenance. UPS testing and supervision of maintenance.
- Supervise Broadcast Engineers and Technicians.
- Create instructional materials and teach proper use of technical equipment.
- Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.
- 10 years experience in broadcast engineering including experience with directional antenna arrays and broadcast transmission systems.
- Must understand FCC regulations and keep station(s) technically compliant. Vast knowledge of digital and analog studio equipment required
- SBE Certification required; knowledge of CAD systems & techniques desirable
- Valid state driver’s license for operation of company vehicles is required
- Personal vehicle is required for 24hr. response for emergencies.
- Management experience and/or training desirable: excellent customer service skills are required; must be extremely organized and detail-oriented.