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Broadcast engineers design, install, and maintain television and radio transmission systems, making them eligible for H-1B and other work visa sponsorship. Most positions require an electrical engineering or telecommunications degree and hands-on experience with broadcast equipment, RF systems, and signal processing technologies. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Broadcast Engineer III works under the direction of the Broadcast Engineering Manager/Director, assisting with all aspects of the technical operation. This position also has direct involvement in all aspects of supporting the live production including set up, operation, and maintaining a wide variety of electrical and electronic equipment involved in the television broadcast and postproduction, musical recording or television show. This is a Full-Time position where the candidate must have the ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and Holidays.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install and/or modify technical equipment and systems.
- Develop and maintain system documentation for operational and troubleshooting purposes.
- Design and manufacture hardware and systems.
- Responsible for preventative maintenance and emergency repairs of video, audio and radio frequency (RF) systems, including satellite and wireless equipment.
- Work closely with production staff and other resource departments to ensure that operational and other production needs are effectively and efficiently met.
- Identify and implement alternative ways of meeting program output and other requirements to cover equipment failures with minimum loss of services.
- Handling all auction software. Highlight problems and identify areas of possible future improvement of possible problems.
- Provide user support and maintain desktop editing systems, technical desktop systems, and IT infrastructure as related to the live broadcast environment.
- Maintain the smooth running of the operation in the studio, covering program and maintenance needs.
- Install and maintain video, audio, RF and computer equipment. These systems include all broadcast equipment including but are not limited to studio camera and switching systems, video monitors and technical measurement devices, videotape machines and systems, disc-based video file servers and automation systems, as well as electronic graphic systems and internal auction management system.
- Maintain and change studio lights when necessary.
- Advise operational and production staff on the technical capabilities of broadcast engineering systems and equipment to assist them to achieve particular results.
- Cover technical operations crew brakes and absences.
- Must be proficient with and have a good understanding of satellite and headend signal distribution to affiliates in order to achieve quick response time when troubleshooting transmission outages.
- Respond to outage calls from operations team 24/7.
- Record all visual output for FCC regulations.
- Act as a subject matter expert for all technology within the broadcast facility.
- Lead initial response to any technical issues.
SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum two-year program; formally certified or degreed training in electronics, RF, with computer technology, through college, university, accredited technical school, or military training.
- Minimum Five years of experience in the broadcast/Production engineering field with a working knowledge of digital/analog studio, remote, and transmission equipment and related facilities.
- Must have a practical knowledge of hazardous voltages, towers, ground system, generators, and hazardous fuel storage.
- Ability to multi-task and work long hours and able to respond in a timely “on-call” capacity.
- Dependable and flexible, ability to work in 24/7 environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
- Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 40 pounds in all directions.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Operating machinery and/or power tools.
- Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Education:
Preferred: Technical school, community college, or college training in electronics, computer networking, or broadcast technology, certified or degreed training in electronics, RF, computer technology, through college, university, accredited technical school, or military training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- FCC General Radiotelephone
- SBE Broadcast Certification
- CET Certifications
- MCSE
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Please note that if we decide to extend an offer to you Shop LC conducts a thorough background check and requires a drug test. Texas law requires that males, age 18 through 25, be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.
ABOUT SHOP LC:
We are an electronic retailer of jewelry and lifestyle products headquartered in Austin, Texas with a team of approximately 450 people. Our products are sold through TV (Cable, satellite, Telco’s and OTA’s), our website, OTT, marketplaces, and social media.
We are the US retailing unit and subsidiary of Vaibhav Global Limited (VGL) - a publicly listed company in India. The other retailing units of VGL Group are in the UK (Shop TJC) and Germany (Shop LC, Germany). VGL Group is a vertical business, having its own manufacturing and sourcing units in India, China, Indonesia, and Thailand.
We believe in supporting our community and protecting the environment with the purpose of Delivering Joy.
Our service to the community is run through our Your Purchase Feeds… program under which each retailing unit donates one nutritious meal to a school-going child in India, the US, the UK, and the Germany for each item sold through all its platforms. Your Purchase Feeds… has current run rate of over 54,000 meals per school day and has provided over 50 million meals to kids in need in US, UK and India until now. Our mission statement embraces the ambitious goal of distributing one million meals each school day to children in need by 2040. We believe that Your Purchase Feeds… provides more than just a meal: it feeds the hearts, minds, and futures of children.
We are committed to protecting the environment by constantly working on reducing our carbon footprint and becoming net zero by 2030. Our factories in India fully functions on solar power and has Platinum level LEEDS certified factory. Our US buildings are Gold level LEEDS certified.
Broadcast Engineer III
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Broadcast Engineer III works under the direction of the Broadcast Engineering Manager/Director, assisting with all aspects of the technical operation. This position also has direct involvement in all aspects of supporting the live production including set up, operation, and maintaining a wide variety of electrical and electronic equipment involved in the television broadcast and postproduction, musical recording or television show. This is a Full-Time position where the candidate must have the ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and Holidays.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install and/or modify technical equipment and systems.
- Develop and maintain system documentation for operational and troubleshooting purposes.
- Design and manufacture hardware and systems.
- Responsible for preventative maintenance and emergency repairs of video, audio and radio frequency (RF) systems, including satellite and wireless equipment.
- Work closely with production staff and other resource departments to ensure that operational and other production needs are effectively and efficiently met.
- Identify and implement alternative ways of meeting program output and other requirements to cover equipment failures with minimum loss of services.
- Handling all auction software. Highlight problems and identify areas of possible future improvement of possible problems.
- Provide user support and maintain desktop editing systems, technical desktop systems, and IT infrastructure as related to the live broadcast environment.
- Maintain the smooth running of the operation in the studio, covering program and maintenance needs.
- Install and maintain video, audio, RF and computer equipment. These systems include all broadcast equipment including but are not limited to studio camera and switching systems, video monitors and technical measurement devices, videotape machines and systems, disc-based video file servers and automation systems, as well as electronic graphic systems and internal auction management system.
- Maintain and change studio lights when necessary.
- Advise operational and production staff on the technical capabilities of broadcast engineering systems and equipment to assist them to achieve particular results.
- Cover technical operations crew brakes and absences.
- Must be proficient with and have a good understanding of satellite and headend signal distribution to affiliates in order to achieve quick response time when troubleshooting transmission outages.
- Respond to outage calls from operations team 24/7.
- Record all visual output for FCC regulations.
- Act as a subject matter expert for all technology within the broadcast facility.
- Lead initial response to any technical issues.
SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum two-year program; formally certified or degreed training in electronics, RF, with computer technology, through college, university, accredited technical school, or military training.
- Minimum Five years of experience in the broadcast/Production engineering field with a working knowledge of digital/analog studio, remote, and transmission equipment and related facilities.
- Must have a practical knowledge of hazardous voltages, towers, ground system, generators, and hazardous fuel storage.
- Ability to multi-task and work long hours and able to respond in a timely “on-call” capacity.
- Dependable and flexible, ability to work in 24/7 environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
- Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 40 pounds in all directions.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Operating machinery and/or power tools.
- Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Education:
Preferred: Technical school, community college, or college training in electronics, computer networking, or broadcast technology, certified or degreed training in electronics, RF, computer technology, through college, university, accredited technical school, or military training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- FCC General Radiotelephone
- SBE Broadcast Certification
- CET Certifications
- MCSE
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Please note that if we decide to extend an offer to you Shop LC conducts a thorough background check and requires a drug test. Texas law requires that males, age 18 through 25, be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.
ABOUT SHOP LC:
We are an electronic retailer of jewelry and lifestyle products headquartered in Austin, Texas with a team of approximately 450 people. Our products are sold through TV (Cable, satellite, Telco’s and OTA’s), our website, OTT, marketplaces, and social media.
We are the US retailing unit and subsidiary of Vaibhav Global Limited (VGL) - a publicly listed company in India. The other retailing units of VGL Group are in the UK (Shop TJC) and Germany (Shop LC, Germany). VGL Group is a vertical business, having its own manufacturing and sourcing units in India, China, Indonesia, and Thailand.
We believe in supporting our community and protecting the environment with the purpose of Delivering Joy.
Our service to the community is run through our Your Purchase Feeds… program under which each retailing unit donates one nutritious meal to a school-going child in India, the US, the UK, and the Germany for each item sold through all its platforms. Your Purchase Feeds… has current run rate of over 54,000 meals per school day and has provided over 50 million meals to kids in need in US, UK and India until now. Our mission statement embraces the ambitious goal of distributing one million meals each school day to children in need by 2040. We believe that Your Purchase Feeds… provides more than just a meal: it feeds the hearts, minds, and futures of children.
We are committed to protecting the environment by constantly working on reducing our carbon footprint and becoming net zero by 2030. Our factories in India fully functions on solar power and has Platinum level LEEDS certified factory. Our US buildings are Gold level LEEDS certified.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Broadcast Engineer
Target broadcast networks and stations
Major broadcasters like NBC Universal, CBS, Fox, and regional TV stations regularly sponsor visas for technical roles. Local stations often have fewer qualified candidates than tech companies.
Emphasize RF and transmission expertise
Highlight specific experience with transmitter systems, antenna arrays, microwave links, and FCC compliance. These specialized skills are harder to find domestically and strengthen visa applications.
Consider cable and streaming companies
Companies like Comcast, Charter, Netflix, and Disney need broadcast engineers for content delivery networks and streaming infrastructure. These roles often offer visa sponsorship.
Get FCC licensing if possible
A General Radiotelephone Operator License demonstrates U.S. broadcast standards knowledge and can differentiate you from other candidates when employers evaluate sponsorship decisions.
Apply to broadcast equipment manufacturers
Companies like Harris Corporation, GatesAir, and Harmonic sponsor engineers who understand both technical systems and customer broadcast environments for field engineering and support roles.
Highlight emergency broadcast experience
Experience with Emergency Alert System implementation, disaster recovery protocols, or backup transmission systems is valuable since broadcast continuity is federally regulated and mission-critical.
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Do broadcast engineers qualify for H-1B visas?
Yes, broadcast engineer positions typically qualify as specialty occupations requiring an electrical engineering, telecommunications, or related technical degree. The role involves specialized knowledge of RF systems, signal processing, and broadcast standards that meets H-1B educational requirements.
What degree do I need for broadcast engineer visa sponsorship?
Most employers require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications engineering, or broadcast engineering. Some accept degrees in physics or computer science with relevant broadcast technology experience. The degree field must relate directly to the technical aspects of the position.
Which visa types work best for broadcast engineers?
H-1B is most common for broadcast engineers at TV stations and networks. O-1 visas may apply for engineers with extraordinary achievements in broadcast technology or major industry recognition. E-3 visas are available for qualified Australian broadcast engineers.
Do broadcast engineers get approved for visa sponsorship often?
Yes, broadcast engineers generally have good approval rates because the role clearly requires specialized technical education and skills. The combination of engineering degree requirements and specialized broadcast knowledge helps establish the position as a specialty occupation under visa regulations.
Can broadcast engineers work for multiple employers on an H-1B?
No, H-1B status is employer-specific. To work for a different broadcaster, you need a new H-1B petition filed by the new employer. However, you can start working for the new employer once they file the petition if you're already in H-1B status.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Broadcast Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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