Instructor - Mechanical Engineering

East Central College • Williamsville, IL

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About The Position

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Department is hiring a full-time faculty member to teach department courses and evaluate student performance according to department and College guidelines. The instructor reports to the Department Chair within the Academic Unit and prepares lessons and student learning activities. The role also includes maintaining accurate student records and submitting relevant data to the department or College.

The instructor develops engaging syllabi and learning activities aligned with course outcomes, supports students through advising, office hours, tutorials, and guidance, and contributes to an inclusive and collaborative College environment. Faculty members also serve on committees and fulfill duties under the FFECC Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The position offers an annual salary of $50,265. Applications close December 1, 2026; applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the evening before the closing date. Unofficial transcripts must be attached to the application. Official transcripts are required for successful candidates within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field approved by Human Resources in conjunction with the Academic Unit.
• Thirty hours of advanced study in the area of specialization and satisfactory evaluation of professional responsibilities, or an appropriate master's degree.
• Knowledge of the academic discipline.
• Ability to implement a variety of teaching strategies and use instructional technology where appropriate.
• Experience with computerized student record management.
• Ability to develop educational programs and teach effectively at the college level.
• Initiative, resourcefulness, industriousness, and dependability.
• Ability to work in a team and collaborative environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience teaching a diverse student body.
• Physical capability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching at the college level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the subject.
• Provide students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subjects.
• Prepare course syllabi that motivate and engage students.
• Align learning activities with departmental course outcomes.
• Evaluate student performance based on course learning outcomes.
• Advise students and hold office hours.
• Provide tutorial help to students.
• Serve on departmental, unit, and College committees.
• Provide an appropriate learning environment for students.
• Respond to students and provide assistance and guidance.
• Contribute to and maintain an inclusive and collaborative College environment.
• Adhere to College policies and follow the process outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.
• Fulfill duties required by the FFECC Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Prepare lessons and student learning activities.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit pertinent data to the department and/or College.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage for physician services, dental, prescription, and hospital care; wellness incentive program and health reimbursement card.
• New York State retirement, with options for tax shelter annuities, deferred compensation, and voluntary retirement savings.
• Flexible spending accounts, adoption services, dependent care accounts, and individual premium reimbursement accounts.
• SUNY Erie tuition waivers and SUNY B140 tuition reimbursement.
• Salary increments and rank advancement opportunities, including advancement toward tenure according to the current contract.
• Summers off, winter and spring breaks, holidays, personal time, sick time, and bereavement leave.
• Professional development events and offerings; conference and travel funding; seminars; business and industry visits; and access to campus library resources, task forces, committees, and communities of practice.
• Access to campus gym facilities, employee wellness events, campus library resources, cancer screening time off, and onsite vaccination clinics.
• Confidential and voluntary Employee Assistance Program support for employees and family members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level