Company: Formula One
Location: Biggin Hill
Posted: May 9th, 2026
Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1?
At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, more than 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.
Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.
We are looking for a Senior Broadcast Design Engineer to play a key role in the design, build and commissioning of world‑class broadcast engineering systems.
You will take senior technical responsibility for complex broadcast infrastructure projects, ensuring systems are resilient, future‑proofed and meet demanding live broadcast requirements across both fixed facilities and live event environments.
Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, you will contribute to the technical direction of broadcast engineering solutions and support the ongoing evolution of broadcast technology and standards.
Leadin the design, build and commissioning of broadcast engineering systems and future media engineering projects
Design and upgrade broadcast infrastructure across permanent facilities and live event environments
Act as a senior technical contributor within the Media Engineering team, working closely with other departments
Work with external suppliers and systems integrators, ensuring designs are delivered to specification and quality standards
Produce detailed system schematics and drawings using AutoCAD
Keep up to date with emerging broadcast technologies and contribute ideas for future engineering solutions
Prepare detailed project costings and support delivery within approved budgets
Provide technical guidance and support to less experienced engineers, sharing best practice and knowledge
Produce reports and technical documentation as required
Operate safely at all times in line with health and safety requirements
Complete mandatory training and undertake additional duties appropriate to the role as required
An experienced and technically confident broadcast engineer who enjoys working on complex systems, takes pride in high‑quality design, and thrives in a fast‑paced live broadcastenvironment. You’ll be comfortable taking ownership of your work while supporting and influencing others through your expertise.
Prior to the role it would be essential that you:
Have 5+ years’ experience in broadcast systems engineering
Have strong hands‑on experience designing and engineering broadcast infrastructure, including IP‑based systems
Demonstrate experience in systems design, integration and commissioning
Be comfortable fault‑finding in live broadcast and production environments
Have experience delivering work to tight deadlines and under pressure
Some desirable experience that you may bring to the role:
Previous experience in broadcast systems integration
Experience delivering medium to large‑scale broadcast design and build projects
Exposure to HD, UHD, HDR, 3G and IP broadcast standards
Experience with major live events or sports broadcasting
Familiarity with cloud or hybrid media workflows
BSc or equivalent qualification in Broadcast Television Engineering or a related discipline (desirable)
Networking or broadcast‑related certifications (e.g. CCNA) are advantageous
In this role it is essential that you are:
Self‑motivated, proactive and highly organised
Logical and methodical, with excellent attention to detail
Comfortable working independently while contributing strongly to a team environment
Willing and able to support, guide and share knowledge with colleagues
Willing to travel and work flexible hours across global time zones.
Able to prioritise effectively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Calm and effective under pressure, particularly in live broadcast scenarios
A clear communicator, able to engage with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport. As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing benefits:
Private Healthcare scheme
Dental Care
4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
Free healthy snacks in our offices
Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in‑house Learning and Development team
Discount on F1 merchandise
Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
Perkbox benefit portal and more
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