Full Time Instructor- Advanced Manufacturing / Mechatronics

Blinn; Texas; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Blinn College District seeks a Full Time Instructor in Advanced Manufacturing / Mechatronics at the Waller Campus. The role focuses on teaching day-to-day operations, delivering courses as scheduled, and maintaining robust student engagement.

A 12-month position offers benefits with on-campus presence of 40 hours weekly, plus professional development and service to the campus community. Responsibilities include course delivery, advising students, and contributing to curriculum while meeting

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Three (3) years of industry work experience in the subject area.
• Teaching: No prior teaching experience is required (onboarding provided).
• Technical proficiency includes industry experience in basic electricity, robotics, PLCs and safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for courses at a variety of times and locations.
• Demonstrate commitment to student engagement and instructional excellence.
• Maintain office hours and communicate with students.
• Prepare syllabi and assessments according to college guidelines.
• Utilize diverse instructional methods and resources.
• Advise students in academic matters.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program objectives.
• Maintain professional relationships with faculty and administration.
• Submit required reports and participate in professional development.

Skills

Electrical & electronics

Robotics

Micro-processors

Instrumentation

Digital logic

Motor controls

Hydraulics & pneumatics

PLCs & drives

Machinery installation

Industrial troubleshooting

Safety

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field

Associate’s degree or higher in a related field

Job description

Full Time Instructor- Advanced Manufacturing / Mechatronics

The Blinn College District is searching for a Full Time Instructor- Advanced Manufacturing / Mechatronics at our Waller Campus.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Job Summary

To perform the day-to-day operations of the instructional program. To teach courses as scheduled.

Principal Accountabilities

• Provide instruction for courses at a variety of times and locations.
• Demonstrate a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence.
• Maintain access to students through posted office hours and electronic communication.
• Prepare and utilize a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution.
• Maintain current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources.
• Advise students in academic matters.
• Evaluate student performance through a variety of means to measure progress while informing students in a timely manner.
• Assist in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives.
• Provide recommendations to the Academic Dean, Assistant Dean, Department Heads, and Curriculum Resource Teams regarding curriculum.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community.
• Provide information requested of all faculty.
• Submit timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions/departments.
• Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities.
• Possess a passion for teaching community college students.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and orally.
• Attend college orientation and required institutional meetings.
• Responsible for other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Education: Associate’s degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Three (3) years of industry work experience in the subject area.
• Teaching: No prior teaching experience is required (onboarding provided).
• Technical Proficiency: Must have industry experience in several of the following:
  • Basic electricity and electronics, robotics, micro-processors.
  • Instrumentation, digital logic, industrial motor controls.
  • Hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and mechanical drives.
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and AC/DC drives.
  • Machinery installation, industrial troubleshooting, and safety.
  • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Teaching experience at the college or secondary level.
• Online teaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Five (5) years of industry work experience in the subject area.
• Industry-based certifications.
• Bilingual capabilities.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the physical capability to effectively use and demonstrate equipment trainers used for advanced manufacturing.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 10 pounds.
• Must be capable of walking, standing, and bending for 40% of the time.

Special Notes To Applicants

Work hours: All full-time faculty positions at Blinn College require an on-campus presence of 40 hours per week during regular business hours.

Official transcripts will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be attached for review.

A short teaching demonstration will be required if applicant is selected for interview.

Names and means of contact (email address or telephone number) of three references must be included in resume or CV.

This is a 12 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full-time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverages can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online, http://www.ers.state.tx.us/New-Employee/Insurance/.

Leave time includes 16 hours personal each year and 8 hours sick leave for each month of contract. Paid leave is provided for college designated holidays, spring break, thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year).

Job Type: Full Time

Employment Type: Exempt

Compensation: Per Salary Schedule

Salary or Wage: Per Full Time Faculty Salary Schedule

Grade: FAC

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Engineering and Technology

Location: Waller Campus

Target Hire Date: 10/19/2026

The Blinn College District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.