Engineer Lecturer - Machine Shop specialism. Job in Northampton Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Engineering Lecturer in Northampton to teach machining and CNC operations. This role involves instructing students in practical and theoretical content and requires industry experience in mechanical engineering. An attractive daily rate and supportive environment await candidates. Apply now to inspire the next generation of engineers!

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

State-of-the-art workshop facilities

Supportive team and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering practical and theoretical engineering content.
• Ability to teach in a fully equipped workshop environment.
• Mentoring learners and tracking their progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess engineering units with a focus on machining.
• Contribute to curriculum development and quality improvement.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety.

Skills

Industry experience in mechanical engineering and machining

Familiarity with CNC and manual machine tools

Passion for engineering education

Education

Teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain one)

Previous FE teaching or training experience

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!