Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

University of Wisconsin Stout•Menomonie, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering and Technology Department at UW-Stout Polytechnic seeks instructional academic staff in engineering to prepare career-ready engineers and engineering technologists. The department emphasizes applied learning and research, business and industry partnerships, career-focused education, and experiential learning through authentic, hands-on classroom, laboratory, and industrial experiences. The successful candidate will teach in at least two of the subject areas listed in the responsibilities below. The anticipated start date is August 23, 2027. The role includes developing and delivering instruction, supporting student learning and academic progress, maintaining laboratories and equipment, contributing to program assessment and accreditation, and participating in departmental and university service. The department has 30 full-time faculty and staff, including four full-time technicians, and supports undergraduate programs in Computer and Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Packaging, as well as other university programs.

Requirements

Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field by the employment start date.
Ability to teach in a combined lecture and laboratory environment.
Fluency in oral and written English communication.
Interest in advancing student learning in engineering.

Nice To Haves

Three years of industry experience in mechanical engineering or a related field.
Three years of successful teaching experience.
Experience collaborating with a variety of individuals, groups, and community partners.

Responsibilities

Teach courses in at least two of these areas, depending on experience and qualifications: engineering mechanics; manufacturing processes; numerical methods; senior design/capstone or engineering project management; and introduction to engineering.
Develop instructional design and curriculum relevant to assigned courses.
Facilitate classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance.
Establish and maintain laboratories and equipment.
Develop and maintain contacts and liaison with industry and professional associations.
Provide student academic advisement and conduct assessment of student learning.
Contribute to academic program assessment and help maintain program accreditation and continuous improvement in collaboration with faculty and staff.
Serve as an initial point of contact for students regarding course or series content and expectations.
Participate in departmental and university service activities.