Engineer Lecturer - Machine Shop specialism

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is seeking an enthusiastic Engineering Lecturer with machine shop expertise to join a Further Education college in Northampton. In this hands-on role, you will deliver practical and theoretical engineering content, focusing on CNC programming and manual machining. The position offers a competitive daily rate, state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate via Tradewind Recruitment (PAYE)

State-of-the-art workshop facilities

Supportive team and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Industry experience in mechanical engineering and machining.
• Familiarity with CNC and manual machine tools.
• Previous FE teaching or training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess engineering units, focusing on machining.
• Teach in a fully equipped workshop environment.
• Mentor learners and track their progress.

Skills

Machining

CNC operations

Manual turning and milling

Engineering education

Education

Teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain one)

Job description

Engineering Lecturer - Machine Shop Specialist (FE)

Are you a skilled engineer with a background in machining, CNC operations, or manual turning and milling? Are you ready to inspire and educate the next generation of engineers? Tradewind Recruitment is working with a progressive Further Education college in Northampton, seeking an enthusiastic Engineering Lecturer with machine shop expertise to join their team on a temporary basis, with strong potential for extension or a permanent role.

About the Role:
In this hands-on teaching position, you will deliver practical and theoretical engineering content to students aged 16+. You will focus on machine shop practices including CNC programming, manual lathe and milling operations, health and safety, and precision measurement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and assess engineering units, with a focus on machining

• Teach in a fully equipped workshop environment

• Mentor learners and track their progress

• Contribute to curriculum development and quality improvement

• Maintain high standards of health and safety

Requirements:

• Industry experience in mechanical engineering and machining

• Familiarity with CNC and manual machine tools

• Teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain one)

• Previous FE teaching or training experience (preferred but not essential)

• Passion for engineering education

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate via Tradewind Recruitment (PAYE)

• State-of-the-art workshop facilities

• Supportive team and CPD opportunities

Make a difference in engineering education - apply today!