Director of Engineering

Are you an innovative, results-driven engineering leader who thrives on solving challenges, developing people, and embracing new technology? KRQE Media Group is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead our technical operations and help shape the future of local broadcasting in New Mexico.

As part of Nexstar Media Group, America's largest local television broadcasting company, KRQE offers an opportunity to lead technology initiatives across a dynamic, multi-platform media operation.

Reporting directly to the Vice President & General Manager, you will serve as a key member of the station's leadership team, collaborating with News, Production, Digital, Sales, and Operations to advance our technology strategy, improve operational efficiencies, and support exceptional local content. We're looking for more than a technical expert.

We want a forward-thinking leader who can turn innovation into action, inspire a talented engineering team, and keep KRQE at the forefront of broadcast technology. Duties and Responsibilities : Engineering Leadership & Operations Lead, mentor, and develop the station's Engineering and technical support teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.

Oversee the maintenance, reliability, and performance of broadcast, production, studio, and technical infrastructure. Support the technical operations of KRQE News 13, CW, My50, streaming, digital platforms, and locally produced programming. Provide hands-on technical leadership, troubleshooting, and timely resolution of critical system failures.

Collaborate with department leaders to identify technical needs, improve workflows, and support station-wide initiatives. Technology Innovation & Strategic Planning Develop and execute a multi-year technology roadmap aligned with KRQE's operational objectives and Nexstar's technology strategy.

Partner with News, Production, and Digital teams to improve content creation, distribution, and delivery across linear television, streaming, and digital platforms. Identify opportunities to modernize equipment, streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and reduce operating costs.

Broadcast Infrastructure & Compliance Oversee transmitter facilities, translator sites, and remote technical operations, including facilities supporting KRQE's broadcast coverage throughout New Mexico. Maintain reliable broadcast transmission, master control, studio, production control room, and related technical systems.

Ensure compliance with applicable FCC regulations, technical operating requirements, and company policies. Maintain appropriate emergency broadcast readiness, technical redundancy, disaster recovery, and business continuity procedures. Coordinate preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, technical documentation, and system upgrades.

Budget Management & Cybersecurity Develop and manage engineering operating and capital budgets, including equipment replacement, infrastructure improvements, and major technology investments. Direct technical projects from planning through implementation, ensuring appropriate scheduling, cost management, and accountability.

Partner with Nexstar's corporate technology and IT teams to support cybersecurity standards, network security, system access controls, and technical safeguards. Monitor system performance, assess operational risks, and recommend improvements to protect station assets and maintain service continuity.

Qualifications & Requirements : Experience managing operating budgets, capital expenditures, vendors, and complex technical projects. Knowledge of applicable FCC regulations and broadcast technical compliance requirements. Ideally five years of supervisory or management experience in broadcast engineering, television production technology, or a closely related technical environment.

Strong hands-on knowledge of modern broadcast RF equipment, IP-based infrastructure, studio systems, transmission systems, and production workflows. Experience with broadcast and production technologies such as Ross, Evertz, Bitcentral, ENPS, vMix, OBS, Florical, Clear-Com, Vinten, Cobalt, or comparable systems.

Working knowledge of computer networking, cybersecurity practices, broadcast automation, and digital media distribution. Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize competing demands, respond effectively to technical emergencies, and collaborate across multiple departments.

Ability to work independently while contributing to the station’s broader leadership objectives. Preferred Qualifications : Engineering degree, Broadcast Technology, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. Experience with cloud-based broadcast solutions, IP migration, streaming infrastructure, and ATSC 3.0 technologies.

Experience supporting multi-station operations, remote transmitter facilities, or distributed broadcast infrastructure. Relevant broadcast engineering certifications, including SBE certifications. Work Environment & Physical Requirements : This is an on-site leadership position requiring active involvement in station operations, technical facilities, and remote broadcast locations.

Responsibilities may include: Travel to transmitter and remote technical sites, including high-elevation mountain environments where weather and temperatures can vary significantly. Periodic lifting, carrying, or moving equipment weighing approximately 20–50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Occasional strenuous activity associated with equipment installation, maintenance, and technical troubleshooting. Availability outside regular business hours when necessary to address critical technical issues, emergencies, or scheduled maintenance. Why Join KRQE Media Group? At KRQE Media Group, engineering is more than maintaining equipment.

It's about enabling great journalism, supporting creative content, and bringing new ideas to life. You'll join a collaborative leadership team, help develop the next generation of broadcast technology, and play a meaningful role in shaping the future of local media in New Mexico. If you're ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

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