Advanced Manufacturing and Machining Instructor

Advanced Manufacturing and Machining Instructor

Full-time, Tenure-line
Cattaraugus County Campus

Jamestown Community College, a SUNY institution, is a comprehensive community college with degree granting campuses in Jamestown and Olean, New York. JCC is an innovative, open access institution that meets regional education needs by providing transfer degree programs, career programs, community service, developmental education, and training programs for business and industry.

At Jamestown Community College, we embrace the varied identities, histories, and experiences of every member of our college community. We actively seek to be as inclusive as possible, recognizing that we are always learning. We embrace our similarities and differences. We advocate for fairness. And we invite everyone to join us in giving and receiving support so that we can all be successful in our endeavors. JCC encourages candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Full-time, tenure-line instructional faculty at JCC are responsible for teaching, driving course and program development, working directly with students in the teaching and evaluation of learning, engaging in the work of the college, and continuing to develop as professional educators. The current teaching load for full-time, tenure-line faculty is 30 or 32 credit hours per 9-month contract year, and positions may include the potential for additional teaching opportunities in the summer.

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)

Additional Information:

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please note that rank will vary depending upon experience and credentials May 2026

• If hired at the instructor level: $47,283 - $55,273/year (Salary represents a 9-month contract)
• If hired at the assistant professor level: $51,959 - $58,668/year (Salary represents a 9-month contract)
• If hired at the associate professor level: $57,098 - $62,272/year (Salary represents a 9-month contract)
• If hired at the professor level: $62,745 - $66,097/year (Salary represents a 9-month contract)

Excellent benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, and NYS retirement.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.

Please note that Jamestown Community College does not sponsor H-1B Visas.

To apply, complete the required online application and submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and a list of three professional references to: www.sunyjcc.edu/jobs.

Jamestown Community College is an equal opportunity employer.