Lecturer in Engineering (FE)

University College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

Pension 28.6%

Private healthcare

EAP & counselling

Annual health MOTs

Staff development sponsorship

Salary sacrifice schemes

On-site parking

On-site gym

Job summary

University College Birmingham is seeking a Lecturer in Engineering (FE) to teach Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering in our state-of-the-art facilities in Birmingham. The role focuses on delivering practical, industry-aligned learning and assessing students across the department.

You will plan and develop the curriculum, inspire learners, and contribute to staff development while supporting students throughout their studies.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Engineering in Further Education.
• Ability to plan and deliver high-quality teaching and assessment.
• Support students throughout their studies with practical industry-relevant learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and deliver high-quality teaching and assessment.
• Contribute to curriculum development in engineering.
• Support students with industry-focused learning and guidance.

Skills

Teaching

Engineering FE

Industry-relevant learning

Curriculum development

Tools

PLC

Robotics

Automation hardware

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer in Engineering (FE)

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £35,608 - £43,482 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:

Do you have experience teaching Engineering in Further Education? University College Birmingham is looking for a Lecturer in Mechanical or Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering. The department has state of the art equipment in controls systems and smart factories, robotics, pneumatics and hydraulic, fluid mechanics, programmable logic controllers and microprocessors.

You will plan, develop and deliver high-quality teaching and assessment, contribute to the continued development of the engineering curriculum and support students throughout their studies. We are looking for someone who can bring engineering concepts to life through practical, industry-relevant learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to contribute to the world of academia, inspire students, and actively participate in the vibrant academic community we foster.

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.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• 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 11 October 2026.

Interview Date - Tuesday 3 November 2026.

Candidates with experience of: Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Design Engineering, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher, Engineering Lecturer, may also be considered for this role.