Broadcasting Engineer

Description

Duke Wright’s Midwest Communications is looking for an energetic, creative, passionate and engaging intern to join our team in Green Bay, Wisconsin!

Department: Facilities & Engineering

Reports to: Chief Engineer

Location: 1420 Bellevue Street, Green Bay, WI 54311

Position Summary

The Broadcasting Engineer will assist the Engineering Department with the technical operations and maintenance of the radio station’s broadcast systems. This position provides hands-on experience with high-frequency (HF) and FM transmission systems, studio equipment, signal monitoring, and IT integration. 

As our Broadcasting Engineer, we will ask you to…

· Assist with the setup, testing, and maintenance of high-frequency, FM, and auxiliary transmission systems.

· Support daily technical operations, including studio-to-transmitter link (STL) monitoring and troubleshooting.

· Help maintain and repair broadcast studio equipment, including consoles, processors, and automation systems.

· Participate in routine inspections, equipment calibration, and preventive maintenance activities.

· Assist in logging and documenting transmitter readings, tower light status, and technical performance reports.

· Work with IT and Engineering staff to support audio over IP (AoIP) systems, networking, and system backups.

· Learn and assist with compliance procedures related to FCC technical regulations and station licensing.

· Support the installation or upgrade of studio and field equipment as assigned.

· Maintain a clean, safe, and organized technical workspace.

This is your chance to be part of a dynamic facility that houses some of the region’s most iconic brands — CHR WIXX, Country Y100, Classic Country Duke FM, Variety Hits Jack FM, Sports Talk WNFL, and News Talk WTAQ. Midwest Communications, Inc. is an independently owned company with a focus on serving the local communities. 

Midwest Communications, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer by choice. 

Requirements

We are asking you to…

· Have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Broadcast Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.

· Have basic understanding of RF (radio frequency) theory, electronics, and signal propagation.

· Familiarity with test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers preferred.

· Working knowledge of computers, IP networking, and audio systems is desirable.

· Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Ability to follow technical procedures and work safely around electrical and RF equipment.

· Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for possible field site visits.