Broadcast Engineer

Broadcast Engineer

New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR) is seeking a motivated and hands-on Junior Engineer to support the technical operations of NHPR's statewide broadcast and studio network. This position provides critical day-to-day support to the Senior Engineer, gaining broad experience in transmission, studio systems, and facilities operations. The Junior Engineer will be trained and mentored with the goal of growing into increased technical responsibility over time.

Our engineering department is responsible for maintaining a 24/7/365 broadcast operation with a focus on minimal downtime. Must be a self-starter who works independently and takes ownership of their work. This IT/IP-driven role requires a strong knowledge of Windows OS and the aptitude to manage and troubleshoot various broadcast and software systems. Living within a 45-minute commute radius of Concord is optimal.

This is a full-time, exempt, on-site role based in Concord, NH, reporting to the Senior Engineer. The starting salary range for this position is $65,400- $78,500 based on experience. We also consider internal equity, among other factors, when deciding compensation.

Essential Duties Include:

• Support operation and maintenance of RF transmission systems, studio equipment, and IP-based distribution.
• Assist with preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair at transmission and studio facilities.
• Provide first-response technical support for on-air and studio issues.
• Collaborate with content and digital teams to support smooth broadcast operations.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours issues. Ability to travel to the NHPR facility for emergency issues in a timely manner.

Other Duties Include:

• Participate in remote broadcast setup and execution across multiple locations.
• Learn and assist with regulatory record-keeping and FCC compliance.
• Support transmission systems (power, HVAC, security) under direction of the Senior Engineer.
• Maintain equipment documentation and inventory records.

Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of broadcast engineering experience, or 2–5 years equivalent technical experience.
• Higher education in broadcast technology, electronics, or a related field is highly valued.
• Understanding of signal flow and audio chains.
• Familiarity with IP networking (basic routing, subnets, DHCP, device configuration).
• Exposure to broadcast equipment such as Comrex, Tieline, Wheatstone, Axia Livewire, Telos, Nautel, or Barix is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Valid NH driver's license and ability to safely drive in all conditions.
• Flexibility to work within a 24/7/365 operation.
• Strong interpersonal skills; openness to mentorship and skill development.

However, we know there are great candidates who may not have all these qualities or who have important skills we may not have outlined above. If this is you, do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full time, exempt position and the salary range for this role is $65,400 to $78,500 annually. NHPR offers a generous benefits package that includes health and dental insurance; company-paid short and long-term disability; flexible spending accounts; 403(b) savings plan with a company match; and a free on-site fitness center. Employees are entitled to three weeks of vacation time and 14 paid holidays, as well as paid sick and parental leave.

Things to Know About Us:

NHPR is the state's foremost news organization, focused on producing accountability journalism and engaging deeply with the diverse communities and people of the Granite State. For 40 years, NHPR has produced incisive local news on the radio and emerging audio platforms, complementing the national and global reporting of our partners at NPR. NHPR is the winner of multiple National Edward R. Murrow Awards for overall excellence from 2015 through 2023 and a finalist for the 2024 Pulitzer in Audio Journalism. We make nationally prominent podcasts - including Bear Brook, Outside/In, Civics 101 and Document - and have a fast-growing footprint in digital and social media. We have over 23,000 member households, over 60% of which are sustaining members.

We seek people who are approachable, collaborative, empathetic, optimistic, and solution-minded. Together, we are building a culture based on earned trust, transparency, equity and inclusion. We hold ourselves accountable to our goals and our values. NHPR is intent on being public radio for all of New Hampshire, and to expanding our audience and advancing our mission and vision by deepening our engagement with diverse people and communities across the state and beyond our borders.

To Apply:

Please apply on the job opportunities page of our website, NHPR.org, or through this link.

NHPR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and dynamic workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.