Instructor of Industrial and Engineering Technology

Southeastern Louisiana University; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology invites applications for a full-time Instructor position beginning January 2027. The successful candidate will teach courses such as Electrical Circuits, Electronics, Digital Electronics, and PLCs, while advising students and mentoring senior design projects.

Engage in departmental service activities. Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and curriculum improvement is essential, with ABET/ATMAE

Qualifications

• MS degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering by hire date.
• One year of teaching experience in electrical- or mechatronics-related courses.
• Experience with ABET and/or ATMAE accreditation processes and student outcomes assessment.
• One year of relevant industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of undergraduate courses (Electrical Circuits, Electronics, Digital Electronics, etc.).
• Provide academic advising and mentoring for senior design projects.
• Engage in service activities at department, college, and university levels.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Mentoring senior design

Communication skills

Collaborative teaching

Education

MS in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering

PhD in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics (preferred)

Tools

ABET accreditation knowledge

Student outcomes assessment

Job description

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeast Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology invites applications for a full-time Instructor position beginning January 2027. We are seeking a dynamic educator to teach a range of undergraduate courses, including but not limited to: Electrical Circuits, Electronics, Digital Electronics, Electromagnetics, Power Electronics, Industrial Electric Machinery, Power Transmission and Distribution, Control and Automation, Robotics and Automation, Mechatronic Systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

Additional responsibilities include academic advising, mentoring senior design projects, and participating in service activities at the department, college, and university levels.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

M.S. degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering from an accredited institution by the time of hire.

One year of teaching experience in electrical- and mechatronics-related courses.

Experience with ABET and/or ATMAE accreditation processes and student outcomes assessment.

One year of relevant industrial experience.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and continuous curriculum improvement.

Demonstrated ability to advise and supervise undergraduate senior design projects.

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

A collaborative and enthusiastic approach to teaching, mentoring, and service.

Candidates who progress beyond the initial stage will be asked for the names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted until after the initial screening and upon first informing the applicant.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Cover Letter

Resume/Vita

Copies of Transcripts (Only an unofficial transcript for the Highest degree is required at application. Official transcripts for all degrees will be required upon employment.)

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

For questions about the position, please contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Ahmad Fayed, at [e-mail].

Posting Close Date

November 12, 2026

Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeast is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.