Broadcast Engineer Lead

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical owner for key broadcast and IT systems, ensuring reliability and scalability.
• Lead the planning, technical design, and execution of major local, capital, and corporate engineering projects.
• Make independent decisions regarding system architecture and technical standards within corporate guidelines.
• Proactively identify opportunities for technology upgrades and recommend modernization roadmaps.
• Act as the technical authority and escalation point for engineering staff, providing mentorship and quality reviews.
• Design and approve the integration of studios, control rooms, transmission infrastructure, and automation systems.
• Maintain and upgrade infrastructure including servers, storage, network systems, and backup power systems.
• Ensure strict adherence to FCC regulations, IT security protocols, and disaster recovery readiness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (equivalent professional experience will be considered).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in broadcast operations or technology.
• Proven track record of leading complex technical projects from design to execution.
• Hands-on expertise with broadcast systems, networking, servers, and desktop support.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under high pressure.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as part of a 24/7 on-call rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of satellite, microwave, and IP newsgathering technologies.
• Experience coordinating with vendors, IT security, and station leadership.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) program with company match (up to 4%).
• Access to virtual doctor appointments via Teladoc and therapy sessions via Spring Health.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and nine paid holidays per year.

About the Company

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing trusted local news and services. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across web, mobile, streaming, and linear television. WTHR is the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Indianapolis.