Part-Time Professor, Electrical Techniques St. Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus

The Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology; Amherstburg; On-site; CAD 142,000 - 145,000; Part time

Job summary

Fanshawe College is expanding the Electrical Techniques program to the St. Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus and seeks a Part-Time Professor to deliver in-person instruction. The position offers up to 6 hours per week during daytime hours at the St. Thomas campus.

The successful candidate will teach electrical theory and practical industry skills, ensuring safety, code compliance, and hands-on learning while supporting student success and career pathways in Southwestern Ontario.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Qualification (309A) required
• Certificate of Qualification (442A) required
• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or related field with industry experience
• Recent experience in the electrical industry
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory and practical applications
• Familiarity with safety regulations and electrical codes
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to student success and learner-centered education
• Availability to teach in-person during daytime hours at the St. Thomas campus

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom, laboratory, and shop-based instruction in Electrical Techniques
• Teach foundational electrical theory and practical industry skills
• Demonstrate safety, troubleshooting, installation, and code compliance best practices
• Develop lesson plans, labs, demonstrations, and assessments aligned with course outcomes
• Evaluate student achievement and provide timely feedback
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, student-centered learning environment
• Utilize educational technology and learning systems to support student success
• Collaborate with faculty, program leadership, and campus staff to maintain program quality
• Help students understand career pathways in electrical and related technology sectors

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Student-centered approach

Education

Certificate of Qualification (309A) Construction and Maintenance Electrician

Certificate of Qualification (442A) Industrial Electrician

Electrical Engineering degree or related discipline

Electrical Engineering Technician diploma or related credential

Job description

Posting Closing Date: October 18, 2026
Campus Location: St. Thomas, ON
Department: STE2 St Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus
JM Employment Group: Academic
Pay Details: $103.77 - $103.77 Hourly
Worker Sub-Type: Fixed term (Fixed Term)
Time Type: Part time
Remote Type: In-Person
Contract End Date: December 17, 2027
Hours of Work per Week: 6

Job Description

Help Prepare the Next Generation of Electrical Professionals

Note: This is a vacancy for 1 Part-time faculty position (up to 6 hours per week). This is an in-person teaching position based at the St. Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus. Successful candidates must be passionate about student success, be flexible with their availability to support student learning, and available to teach any time during daytime hours, Monday through Friday.

Note: This position is located at 120 Bill Martyn Parkway St. Thomas, ON N5R 6A7 Fanshawe College is seeking an experienced and student-focused Part-Time Professor, Electrical Techniques to join the St. Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus as we expand delivery of our established Electrical Techniques program to St. Thomas beginning in Winter 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to help increase access to skilled trades education in Southwestern Ontario while supporting the growing demand for electrical professionals across a wide range of industries and technology sectors.

Across Ontario and Canada, governments, industry leaders, employers, and educational institutions continue to identify skilled trades education and workforce development as critical priorities. Significant investments in housing, infrastructure, manufacturing, energy, automation, communications, and emerging technologies are increasing demand for highly skilled workers. By expanding Electrical Techniques to the St. Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus, Fanshawe is helping address this workforce need while creating new educational opportunities closer to home for students in the region.

About the Program

Electrical Techniques provides students with a strong foundation in electrical theory, safe work practices, wiring methods, electrical installation, troubleshooting, and industry standards. Program discussions emphasize the importance of strong electrical fundamentals while incorporating current technologies, simulation tools, and hands-on learning experiences. The program serves as both a direct pathway into electrical apprenticeships and a gateway to further studies and careers in:

• Construction and industrial electrical trades
• Electrical Engineering Technician programs
• Electrical Engineering Technology programs
• Electrical engineering pathways
• Fire alarm and life-safety systems
• Communications and structured cabling systems
• Building automation and intelligent building technologies
• Data and network infrastructure
• Security and access control systems
• Industrial automation and controls

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging classroom, laboratory, and shop-based instruction within the Electrical Techniques program
• Teach foundational electrical theory and practical industry skills
• Demonstrate industry best practices related to safety, troubleshooting, installation, and code compliance
• Develop lesson plans, laboratory activities, demonstrations, and assessments aligned with course outcomes
• Evaluate student achievement and provide timely, meaningful feedback
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and student-centered learning environment
• Utilize educational technology and Fanshawe's learning systems to support student success
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues, program leadership, and campus staff to support program quality and student achievement
• Help students understand the many career pathways available within today's electrical and technology sectors

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate of Qualification (309A) Construction and Maintenance Electrician
• Certificate of Qualification (442A) Industrial Electrician
• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering or engineering technology discipline together with significant relevant industry experience
• Recent experience working within the electrical industry
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory and practical applications
• Knowledge of applicable safety regulations, electrical codes, and industry standards
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• A demonstrated commitment to student success and learner-centered education
• Availability to teach in person during daytime hours at the St. Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus

Preferred Qualifications and Experience/Knowledge

• Preference may be given to candidates with experience or expertise in Apprenticeship training and skilled trades education
• Residential, commercial, or industrial electrical installation
• Industrial automation and control systems
• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Motor controls and electrical machinery
• Electrical testing, commissioning, and diagnostics
• Canadian Electrical Code
• Fire alarm and life-safety systems
• Communications and structured cabling systems
• Building automation and intelligent building technologies
• Security, access control, and integrated low-voltage systems
• Data communications and network infrastructure
• Electrical drawing and schematic interpretation
• Post-secondary, apprenticeship, adult education, or secondary-school teaching experience
• Master Electrician designation
• Electrical Engineering degree
• Electrical Engineering Technician diploma
• Electrical Engineering Technology diploma
• Related engineering technology credentials combined with significant industry experience

Why Join Fanshawe?

At Fanshawe College, teaching goes far beyond delivering course content. It is an opportunity to share your knowledge, mentor future professionals, and help students build rewarding careers in industries that are essential to Ontario's future. The Electrical Techniques program has an established reputation for preparing students with the foundational knowledge, technical skills, and problem-solving abilities needed for success in the electrical sector and related technology fields. By supporting the expansion of this proven program to St. Thomas, you will help increase access to skilled trades education while strengthening the workforce pipeline for local and regional employers. The St. Thomas/Elgin Regional Campus offers a collaborative learning environment with strong connections to local employers and industry partners. A smaller campus environment fosters meaningful relationships among students, faculty, and staff while creating opportunities for mentorship, innovation, and student success. This is an opportunity to be part of a significant expansion of skilled trades education in Southwestern Ontario. Your experience and mentorship will help prepare future electricians, engineering technicians, engineering technologists, fire alarm technicians, communications specialists, automation professionals, and other highly skilled workers needed by our region's employers.

Educational Credentials

While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Accommodation

Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: [e-mail]

Land Acknowledgement

Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Generous vacation and holiday entitlements
• Full-time employees start at a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation per year in addition to our paid college closure from Dec. 25 – Jan. 1
• Prepaid leave/salary deferral plan
• Subsidized maternity and parental leave
• Family tuition program
• Flexible work policy
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Corporate Discounts through CAUBO
• Professional Development Education is at the heart of the Fanshawe experience for both students and employees.
• Organizational Development and Learning provides professional development and training opportunities for employees to grow and develop new skills.
• Fanshawe also offers:
• Tuition reimbursement and subsidy programs
• Professional development leave
• Fanshawelearns LinkedIn Learning
• Fanshawe College is proud to offer a lifetime retirement pension. Find out more information on the CAAT Pension Plan website:
• Full-time Job Postings: DBprime Plan
• Part-time Job Postings: DBplus Plan