Automation and Robotics Adjunct - Fall 2026

Elgin Community College; Elgin (IL); Hybrid; USD 1,513,000 - 1,570,000; Part time

Job summary

Elgin Community College invites applications for an adjunct faculty role to deliver instruction aligned with the college’s strategic goals and to evaluate student progress to help learners achieve their educational objectives.

The position requires an Associate’s degree or Journeyman status, 2–3 years of electrical and automation/robotics experience, and at least 3 years of teaching. Strong communication skills are essential; the role is exempt and paid per contact hour in 2026 rates.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 4,000 hours of documented work experience OR, Journeyman status.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience, and knowledge of electrical for industrial applications, motor controls, PLCs, hydraulics, fluid power, and pneumatics
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience, and knowledge of automation and robotics
• Minimum 3 years’ teaching experience
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver Instruction: Conduct assigned classes and/or labs; Prepare lessons; Provide course syllabus with grading standards, attendance policies, and contact information; Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets.
• Evaluate Student Progress: Keep accurate records of student performance; Provide timely feedback.
• Provide Student Assistance: Refer students to support services; Accommodate special needs students.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Automation and robotics

Teaching experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree or Journeyman status

Job description

About ECC:

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule:

As required by the department

Rate of Pay:

2026 Per contact Hour:

Less than a Masters $1098

Masters and above $1140

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Grant Funded:

No

Job Summary:

Adjunct faculty provide instruction aligned with the College’s strategic goals and evaluate students’ progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Associate’s degree in a related field with 4,000 hours of documented work experience OR, Journeyman status.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience, and knowledge of electrical for industrial applications, motor controls, PLCs, hydraulics, fluid power, and pneumatics
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience, and knowledge of automation and robotics
• Minimum 3 years’ teaching experience
• Strong communication skills

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Lockout/Tagout training experience
• Industry-recognized robotics or automation certification (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, KUKA, Siemens, or equivalent).

Essential Duties:

Deliver Instruction

• 1. Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
• 2. Prepare lessons
• 3. Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
• 4. Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets

Evaluate Student Progress

• 1. Keep accurate record of student performance
• 2. Provide students with timely feedback

Provide Student Assistance

• 1. Refer students to student support services
• 2. Accommodate special needs students

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description

Physical Demands:

Light (up to 25 lbs occasionally or 10lbs frequently)

Visual Acuity:

Visual acuity (arm's length)

Work Environment:

Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions:

Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis.