Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, and Smart Manufacturing Faculty
About The Position
Indiana Tech is seeking a full-time faculty member for its Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences, specializing in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, and Smart Manufacturing. This 12-month teaching position offers an opportunity to educate and mentor students while contributing to innovative engineering and technology programs. The role involves teaching in both face-to-face and online formats, curriculum development, student engagement, and supporting the university's mission. The position can be filled as either a tenure-track appointment or at the Professor of Practice rank, depending on candidate qualifications. Indiana Tech is a student-centered institution focused on career-oriented education, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and known for its innovation, experiential learning, and industry partnerships.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Expertise in multiple areas of mechanics, thermofluids, advanced manufacturing, robotics and automation, smart manufacturing systems, and emerging physical AI technologies.
- Ability to teach across multiple disciplines, including mechanical engineering, industrial and manufacturing engineering, mechatronics and robotics engineering, and mechanical engineering technology.
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong commitment to student success and applied learning.
Nice To Haves
- Terminal degree preferred.
- Experience developing hands-on laboratory experiences.
- Experience developing workforce training programs.
- Experience developing applied engineering curricula.
- Demonstrated record of interdisciplinary collaboration across mechanics, engineering design, manufacturing systems, automation, or robotics.
- Experience with Fanuc robotics platforms.
- Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies.
- Experience with smart manufacturing systems.
- Experience with digital automation.
- Experience with SACA-aligned curriculum development.
- College-level teaching experience.
- Online teaching experience.
Responsibilities
- Teach in both face-to-face and online formats.
- Develop new academic programs.
- Enhance existing curricula.
- Advise and mentor students.
- Support student recruitment and retention initiatives.
- Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines.
- Contribute to continuous program improvement efforts.
- Maintain academic records to support accreditation activities.
- Participate in ABET assessment and continuous improvement processes.
- Utilize learning management systems and instructional technologies effectively.
- Support the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of Indiana Tech.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
