Instructor – Mechatronics HV-FAC-9985

Hudson Valley Community College•City of Troy, NY

12d•$53,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) is seeking experienced, dynamic, capable, creative, and caring individuals to join their Faculty team. This full-time probationary appointment is for the Mechatronics Instructor position, available beginning January 19, 2027, for the Spring 2027 semester. The role involves providing instruction, evaluating student performance, and engaging with industry partners. Teaching assignments may include weekend, evening, and online components. The college is committed to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of documented hands-on experience working in automation, industrial maintenance, electrical/mechanical technology or related technical field.
Associate’s degree in Mechatronics or related field from an accredited institution.
Unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering.
Experience teaching in a vocational classroom setting.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction throughout the mechatronics program, creating engaging and relevant classroom and laboratory content which prepares learners to diagnose and repair basic and advanced automotive systems.
Evaluate student performance through the use of in-class and take-home assignments, as well as written examinations and hands-on evaluations.
Engage with industry partners to build pathways for student recruitment, retention and employment.
Participation in departmental, division wide, and college wide committees for the purpose of building community and fulfilling aspirations of professional development is encouraged and supported.
At the direction of the Department Chairperson, faculty shall perform duties as set forth in the Faculty Contract.