Lecturer - Electrical Engineering

New Zealand Skills & Education Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Auckland is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Lecturer to enhance student learning and program development. The role involves delivering high-quality education, engaging with industry, and contributing to a culturally inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in Engineering and have prior teaching experience at a tertiary level.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Professional development budget

Discount on travel

Free annual flu vaccine

Paid birthday leave after two years

Staff referral fee

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching at a tertiary level in Technology (e.g., electrical engineering, AI).
• Research active with a clear direction in Engineering.
• Experience designing Engineering course material at Level 6 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering courses using effective teaching methods.
• Designing and developing course content and assessments as per NZQA standards.
• Engaging with industry stakeholders and organizing guest speakers.

Skills

Teaching

Course Development

Industry Engagement

Research

Cultural Inclusivity

Education

PhD in Engineering

Diploma in Adult Tertiary Teaching (Level 6)

NZ Certificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching Level 5

Tools

CANVAS

Job description

Ko wai mātou | Who are we

New Zealand Skills and Education College has provided exciting educational experiences in Auckland and the Waikato for 20 years. We equip our students with sound industry-focused professional development, foundation to certificate to diploma level accreditation, customised skills training, and above all else a chance to transform lives.

Our four campuses are where students from around the world collaborate, discover their passions, and build practical skills to kick-start their future. Our academic programmes are designed to transition learners into university study and our applied learning programmes can train learners to enter the New Zealand or global workforce with confidence. Our graduates will tell you that it is our student support, friendship, and a whānau-like environment that sets us apart from other providers and helps them achieve their goals.

Please see our website www.nzse.ac.nz to find out more about us.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineering Lecturer who will provide our students with a high-quality level of learning and be passionate about passing their knowledge and skills to enable them to succeed in their studies. We are looking for individuals who have the motivation to engage in growing our programmes and to shape the development of new teaching and learning techniques. We seek candidates with relevant industry experience, as this facilitates the effective translation of academic knowledge into practical, real-world solutions.

The role will be based at our City Campus and this is a permanent role (40 hours) per week. Classes are run during the day and evenings.

Key focus areas

• Planning and delivering courses using effective and engaging teaching methods and materials appropriate to the students and course content and aligned with the NZSE Teaching and Learning Plan
• Design, Lead and Develop course content and assessments as per NZQA standards
• Ensuring all assessments, including tests are completed as per the requirements of the course including marking, feedback, moderation, reassessment and rescheduling within required timeframe
• Industry stakeholder engagement, organising guest speakers and internships
• Participating in and working on research projects
• Face-to-face and online delivery of classes
  
  

Ko koe tēnei | About you

• Previous experience in teaching at a tertiary level in Technology ie electrical engineering, AI, Machine Learning, Programming or similar
• Hold a PhD in Engineering or related field
• Experience designing and creating Engineering course material, programme development and assessments at Level 6 or higher on the NZQA Framework
• Research active and have a clear research direction that aligns within the field of Engineering
• Previous experience using CANVAS is preferred
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and contributing to a culturally inclusive environment
• Diploma in Adult Tertiary Teaching (Level 6) or NZ Certificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching Level 5 or willing to work towards one
  
  

Ngā Painga | Benefits

In return, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career growth, a professional development budget, discount on travel, free annual flu vaccine, paid birthday leave after two years’ service, staff referral fee and the opportunity to influence change in the organisation and transform lives.

Me pēhea te tuko tono | How to apply

Click APPLY and send your CV and cover letter explaining why you consider yourself suitable for the role.

We will contact shortlisted candidates as we receive applications.

At NZSE, we embrace cultural diversity and inclusivity, actively encouraging applications from individuals of varied backgrounds, encompassing gender, ethnicity, and social standing. We extend a warm invitation to those of Māori and Pasifika heritage to apply for roles within our organisation. We also understand some job seekers choose not to apply if a role isn’t a 100% match. We’d encourage you to apply anyway. If this isn’t right, something else might be.