Adjunct Faculty - SPDI

University of New Hampshire•Keene, NH

14h

About The Position

The Sustainable Product Design and Architecture Department at Keene State College is seeking qualified applicants for an adjunct faculty position to teach SPDI-410 Mechatronics and Automation. The course develops students' ability to integrate mechanical, electrical, control, sensor, actuator, and automation systems into functional product and manufacturing applications, with attention to hands-on prototyping, system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and safe operation of automated systems. Successful applicants will have significant academic and/or industry experience in mechatronics, automation, robotics, controls, electromechanical systems, advanced manufacturing, or a closely related area. This is a part-time, non-benefitted position and is not considered essential staff for curtailment purposes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, robotics, automation, or a closely related field.
Academic and/or industry experience in mechatronics, controls, robotics, automation, electromechanical systems, or advanced manufacturing relevant to the course.
Ability to teach applied undergraduate coursework using hands-on demonstrations, projects, and assessments.
Knowledge of mechatronic system design, sensors, actuators, control logic, electromechanical integration, and automation concepts.
Ability to support safe, hands-on learning with equipment, prototypes, controls hardware/software, and troubleshooting activities.
Ability to connect automation systems to product design, manufacturing readiness, and applied problem solving.
Ability to develop clear assignments, assessments, and feedback for undergraduate learners.
Strong communication, organization, student mentorship, and collaboration skills.
Ability to use Canvas or other learning-management tools and common instructional technologies.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or higher in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, robotics, automation, manufacturing engineering, or a closely related field.
Undergraduate teaching experience, especially in applied mechatronics, robotics, automation, manufacturing, controls, or engineering design courses.
Professional experience with microcontrollers, PLCs, robotics, sensors, actuators, industrial automation, controls software, or electromechanical system integration.
Experience supporting safety practices for lab, shop, robotics, or automation equipment.
Experience teaching in project-based, studio-based, or lab-based learning environments.
Experience using Canvas LMS.

Responsibilities

Course Instruction and Learning Experience: Design and deliver SPDI-410 course content consistent with program outcomes and approved course goals. Lead class sessions, demonstrations, guided activities, labs, and applied mechatronics and automation projects. Connect course content to product design, manufacturing readiness, automation, controls, systems integration, and professional practice.
Course Preparation, Assessment, and Student Support: Prepare the syllabus, lesson plans, assignments, examples, lab activities, and Canvas course materials. Assess student learning, provide timely feedback, assign grades, and maintain appropriate course records. Provide supplemental instruction, office-hour support, referrals to student support services, and mentorship related to applied technical work.
Departmental and Institutional Responsibilities: Abide by USNH and KSC policies, including academic integrity, accessibility, safety, and reporting requirements. Coordinate with the department chair/program faculty as needed and participate in appropriate department/unit communications or meetings.