Instructor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Guilford Technical Community College; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Robust pension plan

Job summary

Guilford Technical Community College is seeking an Instructor for Mechatronics Engineering Technology. The role requires developing and teaching courses, collaborating with industry, and advising students. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and three years of industry experience are essential. The college offers a supportive environment and competitive benefits.

The instructor will work under general supervision to provide effective instruction and maintain laboratory facilities, contributing to student success and the college’s educational mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering.
• Three years relevant industry experience required.
• Teaching experience in mechatronics topics required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach Mechatronics Engineering Technology courses.
• Advise students and collaborate with industry partners.
• Manage instructional activities and maintain laboratory facilities.

Skills

Multi-task

Effective communication

Support vision and mission

Technology implementation

Learner-centered environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field

Master’s degree in relevant engineering field (preferred)

Tools

Programmable logic controls

Industrial robotic equipment

Job description

Instructor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Job Title: Instructor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Job Description

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work‑life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence.

Teaching faculty at GTCC are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. They will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will develop, revise, prepare and teach Mechatronics Engineering Technology courses within the program, while caring for and maintaining the laboratory facilities. Faculty will also be responsible for advising students and collaborating with industry partners to ensure relevance of the curriculum and provide necessary training and education. The faculty member must possess the knowledge, skills, and experience to provide effective instruction in advanced manufacturing topics related to mechatronics engineering technology.

Duties/Functions

Contacts

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or a related field from an institutionally accredited college/university.
• Industry‑recognized mechatronics certifications or the ability to attain them within six months of hire (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc, Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA)).

Education Preferred

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or a related field from an institutionally accredited college/university.
• Siemens Mechatronics and/or Mechatronics Instructor Certifications or the ability to attain them within one year of hire.
• Documented industry training in automation equipment (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc).

Experience Required

• Three (3) years of relevant industry experience.
• Working knowledge of programmable logic controls, mechanical systems, electronics, pneumatics and hydraulics, and robotics.
• Teaching and/or industry training experience in mechatronics topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars.

Experience Preferred

• More than three (3) years of relevant industry experience.
• Post‑secondary or secondary teaching experience.
• Experience with the operation of industrial robotic equipment (e.g., Fanuc) and/or systems integration.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems.

KSA Required

• Multi‑task.
• Support the Vision and Mission of the College.
• Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
• Create and maintain a learner‑centered environment.
• Communicate effectively.
• Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

KSA Preferred

No additional qualifications specified.

Department/Job Specific Requirements

• May include teaching day and evening and on multiple campuses.
• Teaching schedule may change semester to semester.

The following compliance training is required and must be completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher training thereafter

• Reporting Requirements.
• Anti‑Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX.
• Safety/Shooter on Campus.
• Personal Information Protection Training (PIP).
• Ethics and Social Responsibility.
• eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching.
• eLearning Levels One and Two in Canvas for instructors who teach blended delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format.
• eLearning Level Three in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format.

Physical Demands

• Primarily sitting.
• Lifting: <=20 lbs.

Criminal history checks with acceptable results, are required.

All candidates must provide a background check for employment.