Broadcast Engineer

Broadcast Engineer

The position supports and repairs the technology within the School of Media and Communication (SMC), including two radio stations, a video production broadcast classroom, an audio production classroom, three labs, over 50 servers, and four networks, including Cisco, HP, Wheatstone, and a fiber network for the cameras. The broadcast engineer inspects equipment and conducts documented performance checks to ensure proper operation and compliance with FAA/FCC regulations and collaborates with WBGU TV.
Responsibilities include:
Maintain and troubleshoot complex integrated systems with minimum supervision
Serve as Engineer for television broadcast studio and two radio broadcast stations. In-depth knowledge of FCC rules and regulations, applicable electrical, mechanical, structural and engineering methods
Inspect equipment and conduct documented performance checks to ensure proper operation and conformity with FCC regulations including quarterly FCC reports. Maintain radio station licenses
Maintain and repair all SMC technical broadcast type equipment located throughout the Kuhlin Center and the radio transmitter facilities. RF engineering knowledge required
Responsible for maintaining audio, video, and RF technologies and engineering with the ability to read and understand technical manuals and schematic diagrams
Design, construct, and/or supervise of new engineering projects as required
Assist faculty and organizations with technology recommendations
Provide hands-on technical operations support for student, faculty and staff production activities both on and off campus as needed
Technical Advisor for student media organizations (Falcon Media including BG24 News, WBGU-FM, Falcon Radio, Radio News Organization and the Radio Sports Organization)
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and operate test equipment/tools necessary to repair and maintenance analog/digital type broadcast equipment
Research, order, and maintain adequate parts inventory to perform daily task
Acquire knowledge and apply emerging technologies where applicable
Ability to be on-call 24/7 in case of emergencies
Other duties as assigned
The following Degree is required:
Bachelor's Degree
The following Degree is preferred:
Master's Degree in Communications, Broadcast or related degree
The following Experience is required:
2 years of Broadcast Engineering experience
2 years prior experience maintaining and repairing technical equipment, including studios, cameras, and broadcasting equipment such as Ross Xpression, Grass Valley Systems, and Wheatstone
1 year of experience utilizing servers, backup systems, remote communications such as Comrex and Teradek
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience as Chief Engineer for Television Studio and Radio stations
Prior experience working in a university setting
Ability to assist faculty and organizations in the development, preparation, and implementation of operating/capital budgets and control of operating expenditures.
Extensive technical knowledge of reading and understanding technical manuals and schematic diagrams related to audio, video, and RF technologies and engineering.
Strong troubleshooting, diagnosing, and use testing skills on equipment/tools necessary to repair studio/post production equipment
Demonstrated competence in the design and construction of new engineering projects, as required
Deadline to Apply: July 7, 2026
Required Application Materials & Evaluation:
Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.
Uploads:
Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)
Optional: Cover Letter
Essential Requirement: Work Authorization
BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.