Online Mechanical Engineering Technology Adjunct Faculty

ECPI University; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement plan

Health Advocate

Some industry certifications

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discounts (i.e. Tickets at _W

IPad/Computer Purchase Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

ECPI University is seeking instructors to teach in the undergraduate Mechanical Engineering program, offering practical hands-on instruction and leveraging industry experience.

No prior teaching experience is required; we provide training, mentoring, and ongoing faculty support. Candidates should be available evenings and weekends to support our busy adult learners. The role supports ABET-accredited programs within a modern teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor or other 3D design software; CAD/CAM experience a plus.
• 1+ years industry experience in mechanical/manufacturing engineering; 7+ years preferred.
• Mechatronics background with control systems, instrumentation, and mechanicals.
• Experience in drafting & modeling, engineering mechanics, manufacturing & machining, machine design & FEA, thermal & fluid science.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the undergraduate Mechanical Engineering program and provide hands-on instruction.
• No prior teaching experience required; participate in training, mentoring, and ongoing faculty support.
• Work evenings and weekends to accommodate adult learners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Teaching in 5-week terms

Troubleshooting software

Education

Master's in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Overview

We are looking for instructors to teach in our undergraduate Mechanical Engineering program. This would be an ideal position for a Mechanical Engineering professional. No prior teaching experience is needed; we provide training, mentoring, and ongoing faculty support.

The School of Engineering Technology offers ABET accredited Baccalaureate degree programs in Mechanical Engineering Technology and Electronic Systems Engineering Technology.

Since 1966, ECPI University’s employees have been dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and career goals through our unique education model. If you are looking for an opportunity to share your industry experience, provide practical hands‑on instruction, and make a real difference in our students’ lives, ECPI University may be for you.

Our terms are five weeks long and offer faculty the perfect environment in which to share their specific industry experiences to help students achieve learning outcomes. Candidates must be available evenings and weekends to support our busy adult learners.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or in a related field with 18 graduate semester hours in the discipline from a regionally accredited educational institution; Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.

Experience:

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Inventor or other 3D design software

• Experience with Machine Tool Technology, CNC G-Code programming, and CAD/CAM software is a plus

• 1 + years industry experience in a mechanical and/or manufacturing engineering field required; 7+ years career industry experience preferred.

• Industry experience must be within the last 5 years.

• Mechatronics candidates should have a strong background in control systems, instrumentation and measurements, and mechanical systems

• Appropriate technical certification or licensure (if required)

• Specifically looking for experience in any of the areas below:

  • Drafting & Modeling

  • Engineering Mechanics

  • Manufacturing & machining

  • Machine Design & FEA

  • Thermal & Fluid Science

Required Skills:

• The highest levels of integrity at all times.

• Ability to quickly build connections with students using strong interpersonal skills (including approachability and empathy).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a 5-week accelerated course environment
• Comfortable being first point of contact to troubleshoot software or technical concerns for students.

Online Faculty Technical Requirements:

• Reliable high-speed internet required
• Responsible for supplying your own windows-based computer and webcam.
• Your computer system must pass the ECPI University minimum requirements test.
• Required to teach one live session each week and hold one live office hour per week via Zoom

Benefits of Employment

ECPI University provides comprehensive benefits on the first of the month after thirty (30) days of employment, some of which are highlighted below:

• Competitive compensation
• Retirement plan
• Health Advocate
• Some industry certifications
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (i.e. Tickets at Work, Verizon Wireless, MetLife Pet Insurance)
• IPad/Computer Purchase Program
• Employee Referral Program

ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.