Mechatronics & Automation Instructor — Hands-on Lab Lead

Southern Adventist University; Collegedale (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Adventist University in Collegedale, TN seeks an Industrial Automation and Mechatronics Instructor for the Applied Technology department. The candidate will develop and teach certificate-based industrial automation and mechatronics courses, including lecture and lab components, while mentoring students and integrating Seventh-day Adventist values in instruction.

The role requires a Diploma in related field with 5+ years of experience or 10 years’ industry experience plus certifications,

Qualifications

• Diploma in industrial maintenance, automation, robotics, mechatronics or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant, full-time experience or 10 years relevant industry experience and appropriate certifications required.
• Associate’s degree in industrial arts or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, and teach workforce-aligned curriculum in industrial automation and mechatronics for the university’s new trades program.
• Ensure that the curriculum remains current, industry-relevant, and aligned with the evolving needs of employers by integrating emerging technologies, workforce competencies, and industry standards into course content and instructional practice.
• Identify and implement industry-recognised micro-credentials, stackable credentials, and workforce certifications aligned with employer needs and labour market.
• Appropriately integrate Christian faith and biblical principles as reflected in Seventh-day Adventist beliefs in course content and by personal interactions with students and colleagues.
• Maintain industrial automation and mechatronics laboratories, develop safety protocols and a training program for equipment use, and support students’ use of laboratory equipment.
• Advise and mentor students in the areas of academic, spiritual, and career development.
• Sponsor student clubs, tours/trips, and special projects.
• Nurture a culture of collaboration within the Applied Technology department to promote the growth of the trades and careers programming on campus.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain current industry knowledge, strengthen technical competencies, and enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Education

Diploma in industrial maintenance automation robotics mechatronics

Associate’s degree preferred

Appropriate certifications

Job description

Southern Adventist University in Collegedale, TN seeks an Industrial Automation and Mechatronics Instructor for the Applied Technology department. The candidate will develop and teach certificate-based industrial automation and mechatronics courses, including lecture and lab components, while mentoring students and integrating Seventh-day Adventist values in instruction.

The role requires a Diploma in related field with 5+ years of experience or 10 years’ industry experience plus certifications,