Lecturer - Mechanical Engineer/CAD Lecturer

s1jobs; Paisley; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

45 days holiday

LGPS membership

Enhanced leave pay

Flexible working

Wellbeing programme

Professional development

Job summary

West College Scotland's Paisley Campus is seeking a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to deliver high-quality teaching and hands-on student learning, helping shape the next generation of engineers.

This full-time fixed-term appointment runs to 30 June 2027 and offers opportunities for curriculum development, industry links, and a supportive Engineering team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Engineering qualification at SCQF Level 7 with an approved apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6).
• Solid industry experience and commitment to professional development.
• CAD proficiency and broad knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and hands-on learning to students.
• Support curriculum delivery and contribute to assessment activities.
• Collaborate with industry to reflect current practice and needs.

Skills

Industry experience

CAD

Curriculum development

Education

SCQF Level 7 Engineering qualification

Recognised engineering apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Lecturer – Mechanical Engineering (Ref: WCSR00001340)

Technology And Skills

Full Time, Fixed-Term to 30th June 2027

Location: Paisley Campus

Salary £43,402.00 - £52,247.00 per annum

Are you passionate about shaping the future of engineering? If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to inspire and develop the next generation of mechanical engineers, we want to hear from you!

Why This Role?

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our innovative and supportive Engineering team. As a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact by delivering high-quality education and hands-on experience to our students.

What We’re Looking For

• Industry Expertise: Solid industry experience and continuous professional development, you’ll bring valuable insights from the engineering world into the classroom. Teaching experience is desirable, although not essential.
• Desirable Skills: Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) is essential. You will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality learning within Engineering. Broad base engineering knowledge is required which may include Mechanical engineering principles - statics - dynamics, - mechanical systems - materials and manufacture - maintenance practices - CAD and engineering drawing - pneumatics and hydraulics - workshop theory and practical applications - health and safety etc... You will be expected to contribute to curriculum development and work collaboratively with colleagues and employers to ensure provision reflects current industry practice and skills needs.
• Qualifications: You must hold a minimum of SCQF Level 7 in an Engineering qualification, alongside a recognised engineering apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6 or equivalent).

Benefits Of Working With Us

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland’s sector leading colleges. The College offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Generous holiday entitlement - 45 days holiday (pro-rata) (including bank & public holidays).
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay (subject to eligibility).
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Access to a dedicated wellbeing team and a 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme.
• Support to enhance your skills through a variety of methods including online learning, coaching and self-directed study.

We are an inclusive place to work

At West College Scotland we are ambitious about Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you've got the right skills and qualifications for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability - visible and non-visible including neurodiversity, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Full details of the skills and qualifications required can be found on the employee specification. To view our Privacy Notice, please visit the WCS website.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Scheme Record through the Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG). All candidates must be able to prove their Right to Work in the UK. Please note West College Scotland does not provide Visa sponsorship.