Adjunct Faculty - Electrical Engineering Technology - Battery Testing

HFC C; Dearborn, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford College invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position in Electrical Engineering Technology. The candidate will teach and develop course materials, labs, and assessments aligned with the current course master, in collaboration with the Dean and Associate Dean.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, battery testing familiarity, and a commitment to college teaching standards within the School of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Electricity, Electronics, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years full-time work experience; mastery of related software and technology.
• Associate degree with 7+ years experience may be considered.
• Master's Degree would be a plus.
• Proficiency in EE, industrial tech, electricity, and electronics.

Responsibilities

• Uphold scholarly and ethical standards in the discipline.
• Participate in professional development to improve teaching.
• Foster honest academic conduct and fair student evaluations.
• Maintain a respectful classroom or online learning environment.
• Treat all students with respect and fairness.
• Demonstrate mastery of course material and prepare materials ahead of class.
• Teach courses per the course master and department policies.
• Be available for student consultations and guidance.
• Meet all scheduled classes and final exams.
• Grade and return work promptly and keep attendance/grades records.
• Develop and distribute an effective course syllabus and comply with policies.
• Be aware of support services and encourage student use.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and behave professionally.
• Notify Associate Dean if unable to meet class; schedule vacations accordingly.
• Perform, analyze, and report assessments of student learning.

Skills

Teamwork & innovation

Results orientation

Thoroughness

Communication

Collaborative relationships

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Entrepreneurial orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in EE/related field

Associate degree with 7+ years experience

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

Battery cyclers

Data acquisition software

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for an Adjunct Faculty in Electrical Engineering Technology.

Applications are being accepted for adjunct faculty positions teaching electrical engineering technology at Henry Ford College's School of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development. The subject matter expert will teach and develop content, including (but not limited to) measurable learning objectives, course materials and tools, lab exercises and simulations, and assessment and evaluation questions, in conjunction with the objectives outlined in the current course master.

• Foster Teamwork and Innovation
• Results Orientation
• Thoroughness
• Communication (Oral, Written, and Persuasive)
• Building Collaborative Relationships
• Analytical Thinking
• Forward and Strategic Thinking
• Entrepreneurial Orientation

The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following:

• Earned bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Electricity, Electronics, or related field required.
• Minimum of 3 years full-time work experience required. Demonstrated mastery of associated software and technology required.
• Associate degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Electricity, Electronics, or related field may be considered with a minimum of 7 years full-time work experience.
• Master’s Degree would be a plus.
• Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in:
  • Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Electricity, Electronics, or related field
  • Strong understanding of battery test systems and methods at the cell, module and pack levels
  • Hands-on experience with battery testing equipment such as cyclers, data acquisition and related software and equipment
  • Capable of maintaining and troubleshooting cyclers, chillers, environmental test chambers and other associated equipment
  • Working of a laboratory as opposed to only lecture/theory.

Reporting directly to the Associate Dean and working collaboratively with Dean, the Adjunct Faculty in Electrical Engineering Technology will:

• Uphold the best scholarly and ethical standards of his or her discipline.
• Make a reasonable effort to participate in professional development activities to identify and implement effective teaching strategies that foster student learning.
• Make a reasonable effort to foster honest academic conduct and ensure that his or her evaluations of students reflect each student’s performance.
• Demonstrate respect for students as individuals and foster a respectful atmosphere in the classroom or an online learning environment.
• Treat all students with respect and fairness without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, weight, height, marital status, familial status, protected disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by law.
• Demonstrate mastery of course material, come to class prepared to teach the day's lesson (including preparing all handouts, exams, or other materials before the start of class), and present the material conscientiously.
• Teach the course(s) in accordance with the description in the course master and in accordance with departmental and/or standardized course policies. It is recognized that the methods, procedures, and interpretations of various instructors may differ.
• Make himself or herself available for student consultations and provide guidance to students to promote student learning and success.
• Meet all scheduled classes and final examinations as scheduled.
• Grade and return written work to students in a timely manner. Maintain appropriate records of students’ attendance, intermediate, and final grades; submit required reports to the appropriate office by the scheduled deadlines.
• Develop and distribute an effective course syllabus, following the guidelines of college policies and incorporating required elements of the course master; adhere to the written syllabus throughout the semester, within reasonable limits; and participate in the college course evaluation process.
• Be informed of the college's support services for students and recommend their use when advisable.
• Make every reasonable effort to attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Behave appropriately in dealing with students and staff so as to maintain a scholarly and professional atmosphere.
• Notify the Associate Dean as soon as possible if you are unable to meet the scheduled class session; schedule personal vacations to coincide with the college.
• Responsible for performing, analyzing, and reporting assessments of student learning.