Instructor, Wind Energy

Texas State Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick time

Comprehensive health benefits

Competitive wages

Job summary

Texas State Technical College is seeking a faculty member to deliver high-quality instruction in wind technology. Responsibilities include engaging students through varied learning styles, providing mentorship, and integrating technology effectively into curriculum delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate degree in a related field, strong knowledge of electrical systems, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive pay, health benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in the technology's teaching discipline.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality instruction.
• Maintain accurate student records.
• Integrate technology to enhance learning experiences.

Skills

Fundamentals of direct current and related circuits

Wind farm design strategies

Fundamentals of alternating current

Wind turbine components and systems

OSHA 10 general industry training

Education

Associate degree in related field

Tools

SCADA systems

PLCs

Job description

Job Description

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles, targeted guidance and mentorship to students, interpretation and administration of assessments, and offering constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is integrating technology effectively to enrich the educational experience. Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC, demonstrating TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and community members.

What We Offer You

• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated
• Paid vacation, sick time and paid holidays, including an extended holiday break
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits through the State of Texas
• Competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts and additional benefits

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high‑quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students
• Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes using creative and innovative techniques
• Maintain accurate student records and an instructional environment that emphasizes safety and equipment security
• Provide student advisement, offering timely, accurate, and comprehensive information to support retention and placement
• Participate in recruitment events, assist in department/program planning, and promote the college
• Demonstrate teamwork, service, and willingness to be of service toward students, parents, employers, media, coworkers, and the public
• Apply teaching skills across diverse learning styles and needs, mentor and coach students, assess and give feedback, and continually improve teaching strategies
• Integrate technology to enhance learning experiences, including SCADA systems, PLCs and wind turbine circuit components

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline
• Verifiable professional or academic experience may be accepted in lieu of other requirements, as approved by the Vice Chancellor who oversees academic programs
• Strong knowledge of wind technology, electrical systems, and related instrumentation
• Ability to explain and demonstrate fundamental electrical principles, wind turbine components, and related concepts
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the college

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Fundamentals of direct current and related circuits, Ohm's law, and circuit analysis techniques
• Wind farm design strategies, safety at height, basic fluid operation, and fluid power schematics
• Fundamentals of alternating current, series and parallel AC components
• Working knowledge of digital electronics, logic gates and numbering systems
• Wind turbine components and systems, SCADA systems, and PLCs
• Application of motors, controllers, and sensors in wind turbine circuits, troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic systems, and rigging
• OSHA 10 general industry training (or above)
• Wind Turbine PLC programming and maintenance, torquing and tensioning
• Working knowledge of electricity production and transmission from turbine to grid
• Knowledge of solar production and industrial battery storage experience

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Implementation of Kirchhoff’s laws, Faraday’s Law and Joule’s law
• Experience with industrial battery storage
• Knowledge of wind turbine maintenance and solar production systems

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.