Part -Time Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering Lecturer (Independent Contractor) 2026

Varsity College; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Gauteng is seeking a Part-Time lecturer in Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The role involves preparing and delivering lectures, participating in curriculum development, and providing support to students. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience or 5 years of relevant industry experience. This position provides flexible working hours and contributes to the educational success of students.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum BEng/BIng/BSc (Eng) (NQF 8) required.
• 2 years teaching experience or 5 years industry experience.
• Professional registration with ECSA advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures and assessments.
• Provide constructive feedback to students.
• Participate in curriculum development and quality assurance.

Skills

Teaching experience

Engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Curriculum design

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Direct Reporting Line: Head of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

Emeris consolidates resources and expertise from IIE Varsity College, IIE MSA, IIE-Vega School, and IIE School of Hospitality & Service Management, with a unified approach ensuring a consistent standard of excellence in teaching, learning, and student support. Emeris (insert Campus) has a vacancy for a Part Time Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering role in the following fields:

Fields and Modules

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Advanced Analogue Electronics – The purpose of this module is to equip students with the skills to perform analysis, design and performance of advanced analogue circuits used in engineering.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Advanced Power Systems – The module covers the principles, methods and application of power storage, transmission and distribution to prepare students for real-world applications of electrical power storage, transmission and distribution, and grid stability.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Computer Networks – The purpose of this module is to advance the students’ knowledge of computer networks to apply network design or the use of networks in engineering applications.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Data Communications – The purpose of this module is to master the fundamentals of data transmission systems to analyse, design and assess data transmission networks.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Electrical Machines – The purpose of this module is to further develop the knowledge and skills of the students in electrical machines and power sources to solve complex equipment problems.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – High Voltage Engineering – The purpose of this module is to further develop the students’ knowledge of and skills in high voltage in Engineering to solve complex problems relating to high voltage equipment.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Image Processing – The purpose of this module is to further develop mathematical skills to interpret, restore, and re-organise image processing in a real-world application.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Instrumentation and Measurement – The purpose of this module is for students to be able to demonstrate competence to design and conduct investigations and experiments. Through the selection process and specifying instrumentation, students will define measurement test procedures and interpret test results.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Power Systems – The purpose of this module is to advance the students' knowledge of power systems in order to design power transition lines and perform fault calculations.
• Mechanical Engineering – Dynamic Behaviour of Fluids – The purpose of this module is to advance the understanding of fluid dynamic behaviour under varying flow conditions by analysing the design and performance requirements of fluid-driven turbomachinery to model and analyse turbulent flows.
• Mechanical Engineering – Maintenance and Reliability Management – The purpose of this module is to provide students with knowledge and skills in the maintenance and reliability of the performance of production machinery in order to solve complex problems in given scenarios.
• Mechanical Engineering – Refrigeration and Air Conditioning – The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in refrigeration and air conditioning to solve problems in given scenarios.
• Mechanical Engineering – Strength of Material under Complex Loading Conditions – The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in order to create safe designs for complex loading conditions the strength of materials.
• Shared between Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Basic accounting and Analysis – The purpose of this module is to provide students with an understanding of the key principles in accounting, costing, and finance required for decision making in Engineering.
• Shared between Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Electromagnetic Theory – The purpose of this module is to enhance the students’ knowledge of the concepts, theories, and principles of electrostatic, magnetostatic, and electromagnetic fields.
• Shared between Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Financial Management for Engineers – The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in financial management to evaluate different financial management concepts in an engineering environment.
• Shared between Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Fundamental Principles in Machine Dynamics – The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in the fundamental principles of kinematics and kinetics particles and rigid bodies in 2D and 3D space to solve problems in given scenarios.
• Shared between Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Introduction to Programming for Engineers – This module introduces the basic principles of structured and object-oriented programming to solve engineering problems.
• Shared between Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Introduction to Computer Simulations – This module introduces the basic principles of structured and object-oriented programming to solve Engineering problems.
• Shared between Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Software Engineering Principles & Practice – The purpose of this module is to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in high-level architectural design of software.

Key Performance Areas

The primary purpose of this position is the development and delivery of effective teaching on qualifications and all associated academic activities such as student engagement and support that will promote student success and learning. This includes responsibility for modules from conceptualisation through to assessment and responsibility for an integrated, effective curriculum within qualifications. Participation in scholarship such as research is also required. Effective lecturers need to be active members of the institutional academic community, contributing to and participating in the development, effective governance, and reputation development of the institution.

• Lecture/practicum preparation, delivery and all related teaching and assessment activities across the required modes of delivery.
• Marking of assessments providing timeous and constructive feedback to students.
• Development of ICE activities, learning material such as manuals, assessment instruments and rubrics and memoranda as required.
• Participation in peer review of the marking and lecturing of other lecturers; and
• Participation in lecturing quality assurance and development associated with own teaching.
• May be required to internally moderate assessments scripts that fall within the respective subject fields, where necessary across IIE sites of delivery.
• Assist where required with the experiential learning of students in their programme.
• Conduct student support interventions where required.
• Appropriate academic administration as required.
• Involvement with Teaching and Learning activities, including onboarding, peer reviews, internal moderation and the production of a teaching portfolio.
• Consultation with students to provide academic support.
• Engagement in review and improvement and quality assurance activities of the IIE’s School of Engineering, Science and Health.
• Adherence to institutional norms, standards, policies, and processes; and
• Development of academic material and assessments on programmes as required, including, but not limited to, the roles of developer, moderator or equivalent for the Central Academic Team (CAT)

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• A minimum of BEng/BIng/BSc (Eng) (NQF 8) in Mechanical / Electrical/ Electronic/ Computer Engineering and a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline. Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) would be highly advantageous.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years’ teaching experience gained from a similar higher education role at a recognised tertiary institution. Alternatively, minimum 5 years of related industry experience.

Working Conditions

• Please note that this is a Part-Time position;
• Demonstrated capability to lecture, conduct tutorials and seminars at tertiary level in an effective manner in the qualification(s) stipulated at the highest academic level;
• Expertise in learning management systems (LMSs);
• Competencies in curriculum design and development;
• Up-to-date knowledge of curriculum areas being taught;
• Demonstrated capacity to design, set and evaluate assessments at the appropriate level;
• A record of research and publication in scholarly journals;
• Ability to mentor and supervise academic activities;
• Demonstrated capacity to coordinate modules, and conduct relevant module administration activities;
• Capacity to engage in inter-campus and inter-institutional team academic and/or community activities;
• Professional membership may be required;
• High level of communication skills in verbal, written and electronic modes;
• Proven high-level administrative abilities; and
• Active participation in accreditation proceedings for the Council on Higher Education and the Engineering Council of South Africa.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 18:00 - subject to module scheduling.

Application Response

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

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Emeris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.