Mechatronics Engineering Technology PLCs Temporary Pool Faculty

PennWest; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

PennWest California's Department of Computing and Engineering Technology seeks qualified applicants to teach introductory (MECH 2300) and advanced (MECH 3300) PLC courses in the Mechatronics Engineering Technology program during the 2023-2024 academic year. Courses are studio-style with hands-on activities and emphasize industrial applications, using Siemens and Allen-Bradley processors.

Fulfilling the role requires a Master’s in engineering or a Bachelor’s with 3+ years of related experience,

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field, or a Bachelor’s with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers and hands-on lab instruction is expected.
• ABET accreditation considerations and program assessment data collection are part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory (MECH 2300) and advanced (MECH 3300) PLC courses in person.
• Lead lectures and labs, assess student performance, and ensure learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with department to align curriculum with ABET requirements.

Skills

Teaching experience

Lab instruction

ABET familiarity

Education

Master's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering with 3+ years of field experience

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Mechatronics Engineering Technology PLCs Temporary Pool Faculty

Job Title Mechatronics Engineering Technology PLCs Temporary Pool Faculty

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Department California Computing and Engineering Technology

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Job Summary / Basic Function

The Department of Computing and Engineering Technology in the College of Science, Technology, and Business is seeking qualified applicants to teach introductory ( MECH 2300) and advanced courses ( MECH 3300) in programmable logic controllers as a part of the Mechatronics Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science program during the 2023-2024 academic year. Courses are instructed structured as studio with extensive hands-on activities to accompany lecture topics and with an emphasis on industrial applications. Both a variety of both Siemens ( MECH 2300) and Allen-Bradly ( MECH 3300) processors are covered. Faculty teach lectures and labs unassisted. This program is ABET -accredited, so cooperating in collecting assessment data is expected. All positions are contingent on enrollment and may be full or part-time depending on departmental needs. Courses will be taught face-to-face at the California campus.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary

Candidates must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field of study, or Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering and at least 3 years of field experience directly using the content of the respective assigned course(s).

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Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?

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