Instructor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology ($8,000 Hiring Bonus)

Guilford Technical Community College; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Competitive benefits

Campus environment

Job summary

Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) seeks a dynamic Instructor for Mechatronics Engineering Technology at the Jamestown Campus. You will develop and teach Mechatronics courses, maintain labs, and advise students while collaborating with industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, with certifications in automation and demonstrated industry knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or a related field from an accredited college/university.
• Industry certifications in mechatronics or ability to attain them within six months (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc, SACA).
• Master’s degree in relevant field preferred.
• Siemen’s Mechatronics certifications or ability to attain within one year; experience with automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise Mechatronics Engineering Technology courses; maintain laboratories.
• Advise students and collaborate with industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance.
• Provide quality instruction and participate in college activities and professional development.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Robotics

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Fanuc

Job description

Instructor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology ($8,000 Hiring Bonus)

Job Title Instructor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology ($8,000 Hiring Bonus)

Status

Status Regular

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full-time

Location

Location Jamestown Campus

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 beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC , you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive. We are looking for an exceptional leader, who shares our institutional mission, vision, and values, to join the instructional team.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College 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. He/she 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 relevancy 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.


• Siemen’s 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

• 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 3 years of relevant industry experience


• Post-secondary or secondary teaching experience


• Experience with the operation of industrial robotic equipment (i.e., Fanuc) and/or systems integration


• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes


• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:
1. Multi-task
2. Support the Vision and Mission of the College
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions

KSA Preferred

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: (additional training may be added as needed)

• 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

• Physical Activity: Primarily sitting


• Lifting: <=20lbs.

Criminal history checks with acceptable results, are required.

Posting Type

Posting Type Faculty

Posting Number

Posting Number 2026-072-REG

Open Date

Open Date 08/04/2026

Close Date

Close Date 09/03/2026

Open Until Filled No