Broadcast Engineer Jobs

Broadcast engineers design, operate, and maintain the technology that keeps television, radio, streaming, and live production services on air. From transmission systems and studio infrastructure to IP video workflows and cloud-based media platforms, these professionals help deliver reliable, high-quality content to audiences.

Explore Broadcast Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Listings may include positions with broadcasters, media companies, production organizations, and technology providers seeking experienced engineering talent.

What Broadcast Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Broadcast engineers may install and maintain audio and video equipment, troubleshoot signal paths, support control rooms and studios, monitor transmission systems, and plan upgrades to technical infrastructure. Many roles also involve maintaining uptime, documenting systems, coordinating vendors, and supporting live events or time-sensitive productions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for expertise in broadcast hardware and software, video and audio signal workflows, networking, IP-based media, and systems integration. Familiarity with standards and tools used in television, radio, or streaming environments can be valuable. Senior roles may require project leadership, budget planning, vendor management, and the ability to communicate technical issues clearly across production and IT teams. Requirements differ by position.

Career Paths in Broadcast Engineering

Broadcast engineers can specialize in studio operations, transmission, RF systems, audio engineering, video engineering, media networks, or broadcast IT. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineer, engineering manager, director of broadcast operations, or technical leadership roles. Emerging IP and cloud workflows are also creating opportunities for engineers who combine broadcast knowledge with modern networking and software systems.

Find Broadcast Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Broadcast Engineer jobs and related senior media technology roles paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, experience requirements, location, and compensation details, then focus your search on opportunities aligned with your technical strengths and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Join the Wireless Connectivity Solutions team to design, implement, and maintain Cisco wireless networks while driving innovative solutions and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across various p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to network and systems deployment by supporting installations and configurations nationwide. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance your skills in a hands-on role, ensuring infrastruc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize the future of transmission systems by leading relay engineering projects, ensuring safety and compliance while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Engineer robust network infrastructures for a fast-paced defense firm, ensuring compliance, security, and reliability across both on-premises and AWS environments while collaborating with cross-functi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs for large-scale projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with teams to deliver on schedule while enhancing sustainable practices and mentoring juni...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $140K *

Unlock the potential of network systems by managing operations, security, and performance. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance system integrity and implement innovative solutions for seamless...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $115K *

Innovate control systems for high-performance machinery, manage installations, and optimize processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance equipment functionality and train personnel while juggling mult...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading the Multi-Channel Department, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication across teams while enhancing customer satisfaction and performance metric...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and mentoring Field Engineering staff while providing hands-on technical support for AV/IT systems. Drive project success through effective team management, troubleshooti...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$59K - $106K *

Lead the charge in designing high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with a dynamic team to tackle complex engineering challenges and enhance p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Drive your career with a dynamic team focused on high-voltage transmission line design. Contribute to innovative projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with experts...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Optimize electric transmission line design projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with a dynamic team to solve complex engineering challenges in a fast-paced environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Shape the future of electric transmission by designing high-voltage systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to execute engineering tasks, ensuring compliance with industry standards while enhancing p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Elevate the future of electric transmission design by executing high-voltage projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solution...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating on innovative projects that enhance electric utility infrastr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Champion the design and execution of high-voltage transmission line projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver quality engineer...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Drive the design and engineering of high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions for major utili...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to execute high-voltage transmission line designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating on innovative projects that enhance electric utility infrastructu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Contribute to innovative electric transmission line design projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with a dynamic team to solve complex engineering challenges in a fa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Drive innovation in high-voltage transmission line design, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with a dynamic team to execute engineering tasks, prepare technical documents, and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Drive innovative solutions as a Transmission Line Engineer, collaborating with a dynamic team to design high-voltage systems. Contribute to critical projects while ensuring compliance with industry st...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Shape the future of electric transmission by executing design and engineering tasks for high-voltage systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance with industry standards while enhanci...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Lead technical design and engineering tasks for high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$59K - $106K *

Drive high-voltage transmission line design projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to execute technical tasks, prepare documentation, and enha...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in designing high voltage transmission lines, managing complex engineering projects, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with a dedicated team to drive innovation and elevate e...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a broadcast engineer do?question toggle

    A broadcast engineer designs, maintains, and troubleshoots the equipment and systems used to create and distribute television, radio, streaming, and live production content. Duties may include supporting studios, control rooms, signal paths, and transmission infrastructure.

  • What qualifications are typically required for broadcast engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek experience with broadcast audio and video systems, signal workflows, networking, and equipment maintenance. Some roles also value a relevant degree, certifications, or expertise in IP-based media and systems integration.

  • Where do broadcast engineers work?question toggle

    Broadcast engineers may work for television and radio stations, networks, production companies, streaming services, live-event organizations, and companies that provide broadcast technology.

  • How can broadcast engineers advance their careers?question toggle

    Engineers can build expertise in areas such as transmission, RF, studio systems, audio, video, or media networking, then pursue senior engineering, management, or technical leadership positions.

  • Can I find Broadcast Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including broadcast engineering and related media technology opportunities. Salary and eligibility details depend on the individual listing.