Faculty - Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Open Rank)

ZipRecruiter; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

North Park University seeks a full-time, tenure-track Mechanical Engineering faculty member to teach courses, mentor students, and contribute to program growth. The position starts in August 2025, emphasizing a commitment to Christian higher education and diverse populations.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Prescription Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefit

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Remission

Access to Helwig Recreation Center

Qualifications

• Commitment to undergraduate education focused on industry relationships.
• Evidence of professional engineering practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach engineering courses aligned with expertise.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Develop a scholarly agenda.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Planning Skills

Proficiency with Modern Technology

Education

Licensure as a Professional Engineer

Tools

Machine Shop Tools

Job description

Job Description

About North Park

Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church, with over 3,200 students from around the country and the world. Located on land historically inhabited by the Miami and Potawatomi tribes in Chicago’s northside, NPU has recently been designated a Hispanic Serving Institution and is committed to serving diverse populations. North Park emphasizes its core values of being Christian, city-centered, and intercultural, and strongly encourages nominations and candidacies of persons who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

North Park University is situated in the ethnically diverse Albany Park neighborhood of Chicago, nine miles from downtown. The campus is often described as an oasis in the city, welcoming students from urban, rural, and suburban backgrounds. Chicago, known for its museums, music, and diverse economy, has been voted the best large city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler for four consecutive years.

Mission

The mission of North Park University is to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology.

Vision

Our vision is to build a university of uncommon character and enduring excellence, where faith, learning, and service meet, grounded in our core principles of being Christian, city-centered, and intercultural.

Responsibilities

The College of Arts and Sciences at North Park University invites applications for an open rank, full-time, tenure-track position in Mechanical Engineering within the Department of Physics and Engineering, starting August 2025. The department is seeking a candidate who will contribute to the growth of the Mechanical Engineering program as it works toward ABET accreditation.

The successful candidate will teach a full load of engineering courses aligned with their expertise and the department's needs. Additional responsibilities include advising and mentoring undergraduate students, developing a scholarly agenda, and participating in university-wide service. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum Requirements

• Commitment to undergraduate education with a focus on industry relationships.
• Evidence of professional engineering practice.
• Alignment with the university’s mission and values.
• Personal dedication to North Park’s mission of Christian higher education.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer.
• Experience in Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat and Mass Transfer, and supervising Engineering Capstone Projects.
• Fabrication skills using machine shop tools and knowledge of safety protocols.
• Experience teaching courses in the mechanical engineering curriculum.
• Active participation in industry organizations and scientific communities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a proactive approach.
• Proficiency with modern technology.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Prescription Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Remission
• Access to Helwig Recreation Center

Salary Range: $67,000 - $73,000