Lecturer in Engineering

University College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Private healthcare (Aviva) withDigital

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Professional qualification sponsorship

Salary sacrifice schemes

Free on-site gym

Job summary

University College Birmingham is seeking a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering based in Birmingham to plan, deliver and develop inspiring learning experiences for undergraduate and postgraduate students, with modules in mechanical and manufacturing engineering, advanced/automated/digital manufacturing, robotics and CAD/CAM.

Applicants should hold a degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or Automation, a Master's degree, and have relevant industry or research experience; teaching

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, or a closely related discipline (essential).
• A postgraduate qualification (Master's degree or equivalent) in a relevant area (essential).
• Relevant industry or research experience in manufacturing, automation, robotics, Industry 4.0 or related fields.
• Teaching qualification and/or professional body membership (IMechE, IET, Advance HE) is advantageous or can be gained once in post.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver inspiring and inclusive learning opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Contribute to modules in mechanical and manufacturing engineering, advanced/automated/digital manufacturing, robotics, CAD/CAM and related topics.
• Support learners through project supervision, academic guidance, and engagement activities.
• Contribute to curriculum development within a dynamic academic team.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering / Automation

Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant area

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer in Engineering

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £39,560 - £44,352 per annum - AC2

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

University College Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in Manufacturing and Automation. This role is ideal for an academic or industry expert who is passionate about shaping the future workforce in advanced and technology-driven engineering sectors.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience or research interests in areas such as advanced manufacturing processes, automated production systems, robotics, Industry 4.0 technologies, digital manufacturing, materials processing, CAD/CAM, or related fields.

Our Engineering department benefits from modern, industry-standard facilities, including laboratories for:

• Smart factory and Industry 4.0 applications
• Robotics, pneumatics, and hydraulics
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and automation
• Microprocessors and embedded control technologies

About the Role:

You will play a key role in planning, developing, and delivering inspiring and inclusive learning opportunities for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will contribute to modules in areas such as:

• Mechanical and manufacturing engineering
• Advanced/automated/digital manufacturing and production systems
• Robotics, control systems, and automation
• CAD/CAM and digital engineering
• Industry 4.0 technologies and related technical subjects

You will also support learners through project supervision, academic guidance, and engagement activities, helping them to achieve their personal and professional goals.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about engineering and education, eager to contribute to curriculum development, and keen to join a dynamic and collaborative academic team.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, or a closely related discipline (essential)
• A postgraduate qualification (Master's degree or equivalent) in a relevant area (essential)
• Relevant industry or research experience in manufacturing, automation, robotics, Industry 4.0 or related fields.
• A teaching qualification and/or professional body membership (IMechE, IET, Advance HE) is advantageous or can be gained once in post.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology home and cycle.
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 29th November 2026.

Interview Date - Wednesday 16th December 2026.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Mechanical Engineering Lecturer, Manufacturing Engineering Lecturer, Automation Engineering Lecturer, Robotics Lecturer, Advanced Manufacturing Lecturer, Digital Manufacturing Lecturer, Production Engineering Lecturer, CAD/CAM Lecturer, Mechatronics Lecturer, Industrial Automation Lecturer, Control Systems Lecturer, Engineering Lecturer, Manufacturing Technology Lecturer, will also be considered for this role