LEO Lecturer I HCED 380/450 - IMSE

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 6,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Michigan invites applications for a part-time Lecturer to teach HCED 380 and HCED 450 in the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering. The role combines classroom instruction with hands-on lab work, guiding rapid prototyping and product development.

Strong industrial experience and mentoring student engineers are highly valued. The incumbent will rotate teaching duties, supervise labs on 3D printing, fabrication tools, and microcontroller integration, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• At least 5 years of professional engineering experience.
• At least 3 years in product development.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to engage diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HCED 380 or HCED 450 lectures with rotation.
• Supervise hands-on labs and ensure safety.
• Mentor undergraduate design projects.
• Coordinate lab equipment and supplies.
• Update course content with industry standards.
• Assess student work and maintain learning outcomes.

Skills

Engineering experience

Product development

Project management

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Engineering

Tools

FDM 3D printing

SLA 3D printing

Waterjet cutting

Laser etching

Arduino prototyping

Job description

LEO Lecturer I HCED 380/450 - IMSE

Job Summary
About the Role:

The Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering (IMSE) in the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) at the University of Michigan-Dearborn invites applications for a part-time Lecturer to teach Human-Centered Engineering Design. The lecturer is expected to teach HCED 380 during Winter terms and HCED 450 during Fall terms on a rotating basis. Each course includes three credits of lecture and one credit of laboratory instruction. Specific assignments are subject to curricular need, enrollment, and final unit approval.

This role bridges classroom instruction with hands-on lab experimentation, guiding students through the full iterative lifecycle of rapid prototyping, fabrication, and product development. The ideal candidate brings substantial industrial product development experience and a passion for mentoring student engineers in modern, technology- enabled maker space and lab environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction and Classroom Delivery: Serve as the primary instructor for HCED 380 or HCED 450, according to the department?s course rotation. Prepare and deliver lectures, syllabi, laboratory instruction, and course materials covering foundational and advanced concepts in product development and physical prototyping.

Hands-On Lab Instruction & Supervision: Provide practical, in-lab instruction and safety supervision on rapid prototyping tools and manufacturing equipment, including FDM and SLA 3D printing, laser etching, waterjet cutting, and microcontroller integration.

Student Project Mentorship: Direct, advise, and evaluate undergraduate design projects, guiding students through technical troubleshooting, project scoping, and engineering design workflows.

Lab Management and Supply Coordination: Assist with day-to-day operation and scheduling of lab facilities, identify required components and project consumables, and coordinate equipment maintenance in support of student projects.

Curriculum and Safety Compliance: Collaborate with department faculty to update course content in line with emerging industry standards. Enforce safety protocols and compliance across all departmental prototyping spaces.

Assessment and Evaluation: Grade coursework, evaluate project milestones, hold regular office hours, and track student learning outcomes in accordance with U-M standards.

Required Qualifications*

Education: Master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering (Industrial & Manufacturing, Mechanical, Systems, Design, or a closely related field) from an accredited institution.

Engineering Experience: At least 5 years of professional engineering experience in industry or applied research.

Product Development: At least 3 years of hands-on experience across the product development lifecycle.

Project Management: Demonstrated working knowledge of project management methodologies.

Communication: Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with a proven ability to engage diverse undergraduate audiences.

Desired Qualifications*

Additive Manufacturing: Hands-on expertise with FDM and SLA 3D printing platforms; experience with Formlabs and Bambu Lab printers strongly preferred.

Microcontrollers & Embedded Hardware: Proficiency with microcontroller prototyping platforms, particularly the Arduino ecosystem.

Fabrication Technologies: Practical experience operating and troubleshooting waterjet cutters and laser etchers/engravers.

Intellectual Property: Familiarity with invention methodologies and intellectual property, including patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets.

Teaching Experience: Prior college-level instruction, lab instruction, or technical workforce training in engineering design or prototyping.