2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Mechanical Engineering

California State University-Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 169,754; Part time

Job summary

California State University-Sacramento is seeking a Lecturer Pool in Mechanical Engineering to support over 900 undergraduate students. Responsibilities include instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours, with potential for renewal each semester. Applicants should possess a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field along with excellent communication skills. Preferred candidates will have a Doctoral Degree and prior university-level teaching experience. This position offers varying salary based on qualifications and experience, aligning with a full-time teaching load.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Masters or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience.
• Doctoral Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours.
• Course assignments and scheduling as determined by the Department Chair.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Masters in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field with minimum of five years related professional experience

Doctoral Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field

Job description

Position Title: Lecturer Pool – Mechanical Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is comprised of 14 full‑time faculty members who support over 900 undergraduate students and more than 60 graduate students. The department offers Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree programs in Mechanical Engineering. These programs emphasize practical applications of engineering principles in the areas of design, manufacturing, materials science, aerospace, energy, and thermal sciences.

Duties

• Instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours.
• Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs.
• Course assignments and scheduling are determined by the Department Chair.
• Initial appointments are typically for one semester and may be renewed.

Rank and Salary

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department.

• Lecturer A: $5,507 – $6,677 (per semester)
• Lecturer B: $6,221 – $13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825 – $14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593 – $15,211

Salary ranges are based on a full‑time rate (15 weighted teaching units). Payments are made in six installments per semester.

Required Qualifications

• Masters in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field, or
• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field with minimum of five (5) years related professional experience
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field
• Prior teaching experience at the university level
• Professional experience in a related field

Applicant Instructions

• Current curriculum vitae (CV)/resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial transcript of highest degree
• List of at least 3 references with contact information
• Complete the department part‑time instructor application form with your course preferences. Link: https://www.csus.edu/college/engineering-computer-science/mechanical-engineering/_internal/_documents/me_pt_applicaton_7-1-25.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States. It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit the relevant CSU Learn portal.