Media Systems Engineer Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/1021/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=493829&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job No: 25034 Department: Information Technology Work Type: Staff - Full Time Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI) Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Categories: Information Technology Department: Office of Information Technology Summary As a member of the Media Technology Services team, a Media Systems Engineer is responsible for assisting in planning, designing, procurement, installation, programming, implementation, maintenance, support, and periodic operation of university media technology systems. The systems include Crestron, Q-SYS and Extron controlled audio/visual systems, video streaming systems, IP video production facilities, digital signage systems and DSP enabled audio systems in classrooms, conference rooms, entertainment venues, and research facilities. Additionally, assist in the creation of technical documentation as needed. You will become part of a culture that empowers employees, treats them with respect, and encourages innovation and open communication. Responsibilities • Assist in the creation of A/V designs (to include control, video, audio, and networking schematics) as part of engineering design packages that include blended learning facilities as well as multimedia enabled research, large venue, and presentation facilities • Provide hands-on installation and technical support during the installation and maintenance of these facilities as necessary • Assists in the generation of list of materials, budgets, and requests for proposals/quotations • Collaborate with campus representatives such as facility engineers, IT engineers, faculty, staff, and students during the planning and development of new buildings and the renovation of existing facilities • Ensure the technical integrity, performance, reliability, and user friendliness of supported systems. Required to conduct usability studies to support this goal. • Stay up to date on developments of industry technologies, maintain current technical knowledge, maintain a high level of competency with blended learning technologies, and provide recommendations for modifications and improvements of methods, procedures, and techniques • Maintain and gain technical expertise, certifications, and current knowledge for video industry best practices and technology, and act as the University’s technical resource for technologies in assigned field. Recommend modifications or changes that will improve efficiency and/or effectiveness. • Assist with the training of student employees and peers on internal processes and technology used and/or implemented • Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives. • Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work • Other duties as assigned. Required Education, Certifications, Licensures Associate's degree in electronics technology, computer networking and system administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired Required Experience 1 to 2 years of demonstrated experience in A/V or broadcast media system design, installation and maintenance or comparable experience Desirable Education and/or Experience • Experience performing vendor management of media system procurement for consulting, design, negotiation, installation, and support. • Experience with blended learning technologies such as Echo360, Mediasite, Panopto, Zoom or similar technologies • Q-SYS programming certification(s) • Crestron programming certification(s) • Experience working with facility engineers, trades staff, faculty, staff, and students in higher education • Demonstrated skills of conceptual thinking, leadership, and consensus building • Hardware and software problem solving skills • Knowledge of IT networking and security principles • Experience creating system documentation with AutoCAD, Visio or similar products • Familiarity with managing and using various SaaS system i.e., digital signage, Zoom, streaming CDNs • ICIA, CTS, CTS-I, CTS-D, BIAMP certifications • Experience with IT project management • Experience using Helpdesk/Issue Management software Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities • Ability to complete Q-SYS and Crestron training assigned and demonstrated proficiency within 10 months of hire • Excellent communication and interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and reasoning skills • Experience designing, programming, and installing media systems • Knowledge of Q-SYS and/or Crestron AV products • Audio-visual troubleshooting skills • Ability to express full ownership and accountability for projects and service delivery • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff. • Ability to work from schematics, blueprints, and engineering data • Demonstrate commitment to contribute to safe work environment Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities • Ability to self-teach multiple software tools • Familiarity with enterprise networks and security • Working knowledge of BIAMP, ClearOne, Atlas IED or similar audio DSP products • Experience with NDI video transport • Experience with VMX Production Software and live television production • Demonstrated success in working with persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints. Work Environment and/or Physical Demands WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. • Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop, and twist, work in an equipment rack from a sitting position • Occasionally lifting of equipment and boxes for installation (up to 50 pounds) • Occasionally, the employee may be required to work from a ladder or scaffolds, in manholes, in telecommunications rooms, or outdoors in various weather conditions • The employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel an object • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department. Required University Training: + Employee Safety Overview + Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training + Annual Data Security Training + Annual Title IX Training Required Departmental Training: + Ladder Safety training Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed. Other Conditions of Employment: Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment. Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%) 1.00 FLSA Status Exempt Appointment Term 12 months Pay Rate/Salary Negotiable. The final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Title of Position Supervisor Director of Media Technology Services Posting Type Internal & External Dependent on Funding No To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech’s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu. Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements) Advertised: 06 Feb 2025 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: