Program Director, Advanced Manufacturing Technician/Mechatronics Engineering Technology Program ($15,000 Hiring Bonus)

Guilford Technical Community College

United States

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USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) seeks a Program Director for the Advanced Manufacturing Technician/Mechatronics Engineering Technology Program, offering a $15,000 hiring bonus. This full-time position leads curriculum development, partnerships with industry, and program administration at the Jamestown campus.

The role requires a bachelor's in a related field, automation experience, and the ability to mentor faculty and coordinate schedules.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Documented automation equipment training (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc).
Industry certifications or ability to attain them within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and management to the FAME Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) program, including curriculum development and assessment methods.
Develop class and activity schedules and faculty assignments in coordination with the Dean and area faculty.
Support AMT students through academic and non-academic activities; maintain facilities and equipment.
Oversee program budgets and inventory; participate in hiring and mentoring of faculty; support professional development.

Skills

Teaching experience in mechatronics

Curriculum development

Faculty mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Control Systems or Mechatronics

Automation equipment training (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc)

Industry certifications (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc) or ability to attain them within 6 months

Job description

Program Director, Advanced Manufacturing Technician/Mechatronics Engineering Technology Program ($15,000 Hiring Bonus)

Job Title Program Director, Advanced Manufacturing Technician/Mechatronics Engineering Technology Program ($15,000 Hiring Bonus)

Status Regular

Full Time/Part Time Full-time

Location Jamestown Campus

Job Description

At Guilford Technical Community College ( GTCC ), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC , you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Recently, GTCC was selected as the educational provider for the nationally recognized FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Advanced Manufacturing Technician ( AMT ) program. FAME has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Fortune, and Time; engaged by multiple nationally and globally renowned think tanks (including five times by the very prestigious Brookings Institution); won 12 awards; and much more. Many faculty participants consider the FAME - AMT program to be a destination job and a top career achievement. See the national website at http://fame-usa.com .

GTCC’s NC FAME First in Flight Chapter has quickly emerged as a highly visible, employer-driven model for advanced-manufacturing education and workforce development. As North Carolina’s first FAME chapter, the program combines rigorous technical instruction, paid work-based learning, and strong industry partnerships to deliver globally recognized preparation for modern manufacturing careers. GTCC’s early program success has drawn national recognition—including first-place student recognition at state and national competitions—and international interest from leaders seeking to replicate the GTCC model in countries such as Ireland and South Africa. This is a distinctive opportunity for an accomplished program director/instructor to lead a growing, high-profile initiative with influence well beyond the Triad. Learn more about GTCC’s NC FAME First in Flight Chapter by visiting https://www.gtcc.edu/gtccfame/index.php and watch the program in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUZzPFFz31s .

Under general supervision, this individual will develop/revise, prepare and teach both technical and non-technical FAME /Advanced Manufacturing Technician courses and facilitate and coach non-credit AMT activities within the program, while caring for and maintaining the FAME Technical Center and laboratory facilities. Faculty will also be responsible for advising students and collaborating with industry partners to ensure relevancy of the curriculum and provide necessary training and education. The faculty member must possess the knowledge, skills and experience to provide effective instruction in advanced manufacturing topics related to mechatronics engineering technology.

The FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Advanced Manufacturing Technician ( AMT ) Program Director in collaboration with the Dean of Industrial, Construction, and Transportation Technologies, provides the vision and leadership required to realize the mission of the FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Advanced Manufacturing Technician ( AMT ) Program and the college at large. Primary administrative responsibilities include program development/management, budget development/management, maintaining programmatic accreditation/external partnerships, and providing operational supervision to full- and part-time faculty and staff in the department. Instructional responsibilities require a strong skill set and the ability to teach students effectively in an instructional environment. The Program Director is a member of the full-time faculty and maintains a teaching load with some administrative release time to carry out administrative duties.

Duties/Functions

Program Director Duties

Provides leadership and management to the overall FAME Advanced Manufacturing Technician ( AMT ) program credit and non-credit curriculum development/review including ensuring establishment of effective student learning outcomes and related assessment methods.
Develops class and activity schedules and faculty assignments in coordination with the Dean and area faculty.
Supports FAME Advanced Manufacturing Technician students through both the academic and non-academic program ensuring retention and graduation.
Provides oversight of program budgets and inventory for all supplies and equipment.
Participates in the college’s hiring process; orients new full and part time faculty.
Participates in providing evaluative feedback to faculty/staff regarding job performance.
Mentors part-time faculty to ensure academic quality and consistency.
Participates in required professional development for self and staff to ensure continued program relevancy.
Maintains knowledge of current industry standards by developing relationships with industry leaders, experts and companies.
Continuously evaluate national, regional and local workforce trends in the Advanced Manufacturing industry to ensure curricular relevancy.
Assumes direct instructional responsibility for components of the Advanced Manufacturing Technician curriculum in accordance with established college guidelines.
Coordinates outreach and develops/maintains relationships with industry-related personnel and employers to promote the advancement of industry employment for graduates.
Maintains knowledge of current FAME standards and requirements by establishing a relationship with The Manufacturing Institute/ FAME USA and staying current on all program aspects.
All other duties as assigned by senior administration.

Contacts

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
Documented industry training in automation equipment (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc)
Industry recognized mechatronics certifications or the ability to attain them within six months of hire (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc)

Education Preferred

Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
Siemen’s Mechatronics and/or Mechatronics Instructor Certifications or the ability to attain them within one year of hire

Experience Required

Teaching and/or industry training experience in mechatronics topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars
3 years of relevant industry experience or the equivalent (e.g., military technology)
Working knowledge of programmable logic controls, mechanical systems, electronics, pneumatics and hydraulics, and robotics.
Experience with direct employee supervision and management, including evaluation.
Experience with developing and maintaining an effective curriculum to include outcomes assessment and program evaluation.

Experience Preferred

Greater than 3 years of relevant industry experience or the equivalent (e.g., military technology)
Post-secondary or secondary teaching experience
Experience with the operation of industrial robotic equipment (i.e., Fanuc) and/or systems integration
Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to: