Director of The Engineering Place

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Retirement program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Director of The Engineering Place in Raleigh, NC. The role involves overseeing Engineering Summer Programs, coordinating with internal and external partners, and ensuring successful execution of STEM initiatives.

Applicants should have a Master’s degree along with five years of related experience, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic planning abilities. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement programs, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in planning and implementing STEM programs.
• Experience supervising staff and managing program budgets.
• Proficiency in communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and execution of engineering programs.
• Acquire funding and manage budgets for initiatives.
• Collaborate with partners for outreach initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree in STEM or education

PhD in related discipline (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Applications

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Director of The Engineering Place

Location: Raleigh, NC | Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, occasional events and weekends | Salary: $90,000 – $105,000 | Full Time Equivalent: 1.0 | Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and vision in planning, coordination, and execution of Engineering Place’s Engineering Summer Programs, Family STEM Nights, Engineering Kits, Solar House tours, and other PreK‑20 programming throughout the year.
• Responsible for overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of direct reports by carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with university, college, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Acquire funding for the program through grant writing and partnership with the Engineering Foundation to identify and cultivate financial donors, increasing revenue for sustained investments.
• Oversee The Engineering Place Budget, allocating funds for programs and initiatives in alignment with university accounting standards.
• Serve as primary contact for outreach initiatives across the College of Engineering, collaborating with grant principal investigators on K‑20 and broader impacts initiatives.
• Work with the COE/CoEd Engineering Education program to ensure continuity of research‑based education from preK to graduate school.
• Develop presentations, tours, workshops, campus visits, alumni and teacher training for engineering in the classroom, and sustained outreach, including special requests.
• Work with the Strategic Marketing and Planning Manager to develop marketing materials and produce strategic plans for a focused audience.
• Lead and participate in national/international communities and conversations in the engineering outreach and extension areas, promoting and sharing the excellent work being done in our program.
• Serve on relevant university and college committees, develop relationships to advance enhancement programs, department, college, and university goals, and complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Other Responsibilities

• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master’s degree or higher in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or education from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of experience planning, coordinating, and implementing multifaceted STEM programs within higher education, non‑profit, K‑12 education, or similar organizations.
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff, including hiring, training, scheduling and performance management.
• Experience developing and managing program budgets and tracking expenditures.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing youth STEM programming such as camps, workshops, or K‑12 engagement activities.
• Experience collaborating with internal and external partners on STEM outreach or educational initiatives.
• Experience designing and delivering STEM programming (e.g., workshops, tours, curriculum).

Other Required Qualifications

• Commitment to working in a collaborative environment.
• Professional work record characterized by effective leadership and innovation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to respectfully and effectively communicate with varied constituencies, including high‑level university officials, foundation board members, industry and community partners, faculty, staff, students, and the general public.
• Demonstrated leadership with the ability to inspire and engage students and colleagues.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, and integrity.
• Interpersonal skills and political acumen to build effective bridges and collaborative relationships.
• Proven experience with strategic planning and assessment.
• Knowledge of best practices related to the delivery of engineering education content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and similar Google applications, and Adobe Acrobat/Fox‑it.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to re‑prioritize daily tasks, to accommodate fluctuating needs and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, education, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing or supporting externally funded outreach initiatives.
• Experience cultivating donors, partners, or sponsors to support STEM outreach programs.
• Experience developing STEM kits, instructional materials, or curriculum for K‑20 engagement.
• Experience training teachers, alumni, or community partners on engineering education practices.
• Familiarity with North Carolina State University undergraduate academic programs, policies, and university structures.
• Experience representing programs in national or international outreach, extension, or engineering education communities.
• Experience contributing to strategic planning and program assessment in an educational or outreach context.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license required; North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of start date.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement program
• Paid Time Off and other leave programs
• 12 holidays per year