Assistant or Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology (02-02-2024)

LeTourneau University; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LeTourneau University in Longview, Texas, invites applications for a full‑time, 9‑month tenure‑track faculty position in Electrical Engineering Technology. The role involves teaching and research, with opportunities for summer school and online offerings.

The candidate will teach courses such as AC/DC Circuits, Digital Electronics, and Robotics/Industrial Automation, advise students, and participate in committee work. A strong labs emphasis and ABET‑accredited degree are required.

Qualifications

• ABET‑accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
• Industrial experience is highly desirable.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching with emphasis on laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Teach and conduct research in Engineering Technology concentrations.
• Advise students and serve on university committees.
• Deliver courses such as AC/DC Electrical Circuits, Digital Electronics, and Robotics/Industrial Automation; may include online delivery.

Skills

Lab instruction

Automation

Robotics

Mechatronics

Undergraduate teaching

Education

ABET‑accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Schedule

The position is a full‑time, 9‑month, tenure‑track faculty position for fall and spring semesters, with the possibility of summer school and online teaching. Classes and other responsibilities are conducted primarily weekdays but may include evening classes, independent studies, or online responsibilities. Attendance will also be required at some evening and weekend events.

Position Description

Responsibilities include classroom and laboratory‑based teaching and research in the Engineering Technology concentrations, advising students, and serving on various university committees.

Teaching duties may include undergraduate courses:

• AC/DC Electrical Circuits
• Digital Electronics
• Advanced Electronics
• Electrical Machinery
• Instrumentation and Controls
• Robotics and Industrial Automation

Teaching responsibilities may include both on‑site and online delivery methods.

Qualifications

LeTourneau University seeks a person with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith who is committed to teaching and research at a small, dynamic Christian University where the integration of faith and academic excellence is paramount. The candidate must be in genuine agreement with the University’s Statement of Faith and Community Covenant for life and work at LeTourneau.

Applicants must have a strong commitment to undergraduate engineering technology education with a strong emphasis on laboratory instruction. Desired areas of expertise include electrical circuits, digital devices, plant and/or factory instrumentation and controls, as well as the modern needs of industry. Of special interest are candidates with experience in automation, robotics, and mechatronics. Candidates must hold a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution and a graduate degree (M.S. minimum) in Electrical Engineering or a similar field. Industrial experience is highly desirable. Successful candidates will demonstrate evidence of outstanding potential in undergraduate teaching.

Information on the Engineering Technology program at LeTourneau can be found at the School of Engineering and Engineering Technology web-page: https://www.letu.edu/academics/engineering/index.html