Advanced Manufacturing and Machining Instructor

Position Description

Full-time, tenure-line faculty position in Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, and Mechanical Design Technologies available Fall 2026 on the Cattaraugus County Campus (Olean). Teaching responsibilities on the Jamestown campus may be required.

Responsibilities include teaching foundational and advanced courses in areas such as PLCs, industrial automation and robotics, electrical control systems, machining and CNC equipment, or CAD software (AutoCAD / SolidWorks), supporting students in developing hands-on technical skills and applied problem-solving abilities. Instruction may also include non-credit Workforce Development training in these same disciplines. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty across Engineering & Technology programs to develop curriculum aligned with industry needs, support and maintain dynamic and safe lab environments, assist with recruitment efforts for Manufacturing Technology Institute (MTI) programs, and actively engage in departmental and college-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Automation, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in an advanced manufacturing or industrial technology discipline. Note: A master’s degree is required for tenure in accordance with institutional policy.

Experience with current industrial technologies such as PLCs, automation systems, robotics, electrical controls, machining and CNC equipment, CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks), or related systems.

Preferred: Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Automation, or a related field. Teaching experience in higher education, particularly at the community college level. Professional or industry experience in electrical systems, automation, mechatronics, manufacturing, or a closely related field. Evidence of leadership, collaboration, or initiative (e.g., curriculum development, lab development, industry partnerships, mentoring, project leadership, or committee work)