Lecturer in Electrical Engineering

North East Scotland College; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

North East Scotland College is seeking a passionate Lecturer in Electrical Engineering for a full-time, permanent position at the Altens Campus. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and have a strong commitment to student success. This role offers the opportunity to inspire the next generation of engineers in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Electrical Engineering to a degree level or equivalent.
• Experience in Electrical Engineering is essential.
• Teaching qualification (TQFE or equivalent) required if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Teach and motivate students in Electrical Engineering.
• Develop and use appropriate teaching materials.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with students and colleagues.

Skills

Working knowledge of Electrical Engineering Systems

Good interpersonal skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to develop and use appropriate learning/teaching/training materials

Education

Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)

Job description

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Ref no: NES00631

Published: 19/05/2025

Closes: 02/06/2025

Location: North East Scotland College Aberdeen Altens Campus Hareness Road Altens Industrial Estate, AB12 3LE

Salary: £40,170 - £48,357 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY

Lecturer in Electrical Engineering (L733)
Full Time/Permanent/Altens Campus
Salary: £40,170.00 - £48,357.00 per annum

The North East Scotland College (NESCOL) is one of Scotland’s leading Colleges of Further and Higher Education and we are looking for an Electrical Engineer Lecturer with a passion for teaching who is keen to pass on their knowledge and skills to our students.

The successful candidate will be qualified in Electrical Engineering to a degree level or equivalent qualification in the subject area. The individual should have an excellent working knowledge and skill set relevant to electrical engineering. A knowledge of teaching and motivating learners to succeed would also be an advantage.

If you are a highly effective team player who has the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with students and colleagues we want you to come and join our team.

Experience of teaching is not essential but you will be contracted to obtain TQFE (Teaching Qualification in Further Education) once employment has commenced if you do not already hold a relevant teaching qualification.

NESCol is a disability confident employer. We offer a variety of working options in line with business requirements and place great importance on staff wellbeing. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

The closing date for applications will be 2 nd June 2025.

North East Scotland College is an Equal Opportunities college welcoming applications from a diverse background. Most posts within North East Scotland College are classed as regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate for a role identified as regulated work will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

Person Specification

PERSON SPECIFICATION

(criteria marked * are desirable, all others are essential)

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Working knowledge of Electrical Engineering Systems
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to develop and use appropriate learning/teaching/training materials
• * Knowledge and/or experience of the use of online learning materials

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification (SCQF Level 8) in relevant professional qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Up to date experience in Electrical Engineering
• * Teaching or training experience
• * Teaching qualification (TQFE or equivalent)
• * ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
• * GTCS registration

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Effective team player who actively supports others
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with students and colleagues
• Prioritises work effectively
• Personally well-organised

WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Evidence of commitment to equal opportunities
• Own practice reflects good health and safety practice
• Has undertaken mandatory staff development (if internal candidate)
• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development
• Driving Licence
• *Willingness to use own vehicle for business purposes.