Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering Adjunct

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Brightpoint Community College in the Greater Richmond area seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Robotics and Mechatronic Systems to support classroom and laboratory instruction focused on sensors, actuators, automation, and control systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on, application-focused teaching to prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing and engineering technology. Experience in academia or industry and CAD familiarity are desirable.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in sensors, actuators, and system instrumentation; robotics fundamentals; mechatronic systems and electromechanical integration.
• Ability to provide effective classroom and laboratory instruction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructional content for robotics and mechatronic topics in classroom and labs.
• Facilitate classroom and laboratory sessions.
• Develop and grade assignments, projects, and examinations.
• Engage students in hands-on learning and practical problem solving.

Skills

Sensors and actuators

Robotics fundamentals

Robotic arms and kinematics

Mechatronic systems integration

Microcontrollers and PLCs

Embedded systems

Industrial controls

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

Brightpoint Community College, a two-year public institution in the Greater Richmond area, is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Robotics and Mechatronic Systems. The role supports classroom and laboratory instruction in sensors and actuators, industrial automation, robotic kinematics, microcontrollers, PLCs, control systems, and system integration. Instruction will be hands‑on and application‑focused to prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing, automation, and engineering technology.

Responsibilities

The instructor will:
• Deliver instructional content for foundational and applied topics in robotics and mechatronic systems.
• Facilitate both classroom and laboratory sessions.
• Develop and grade assignments, projects, and examinations.
• Engage students in active, hands‑on learning and practical problem solving.

Qualifications & KSA’s

• Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following: sensors, actuators, and system instrumentation; robotics fundamentals, robotic arms and kinematics; mechatronic systems and electromechanical integration; microcontrollers, PLCs, embedded systems, or industrial controls.
• Ability to provide effective classroom and laboratory instruction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to support diverse student populations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage multiple instructional responsibilities and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate best practices in teaching engineering or technical courses in a community college environment.

Additional Considerations

Teaching or industry experience in robotics, mechatronics, automation, or related engineering technology fields is desirable. Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar is also preferred.

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA) to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

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