Instructor - Mechanical Engineering jobs in Asheville, NC

Instructor - Mechanical Engineering teaches courses in the discipline area of mechanical engineering. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Instructor - Mechanical Engineering provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Instructor - Mechanical Engineering typically reports to a department head. Has a Master's degree or is a PhD candidate in the applicable field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate level and possesses the qualifications to participate in research. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Mechanical Engineering - #002322, #150796,
  • Western Carolina University
  • Cullowhee, NC FULL_TIME
  • Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Mechanical Engineering - #002322, #150796, #192829
    Please see Special Instructions for more details.
    Candidates must submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of scholarship plans, a list (include names and complete contact information) of at least three professional references, and unofficial transcripts from the highest earned degree.

    For additional information or questions contact Dr. Scott Pierce: telephone 828-227-2175, visit , or email

    The review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
    Posting Details
    Posting Information

    Posting Number FAC678P
    Quick Link for Internal Postings
    Classification Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
    Working Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Mechanical Engineering - #002322, #150796, #192829
    Department School of Engineering & Technology
    About WCU
    Western Carolina University has been named to the 2022 "America's Best Employers by State" list by Forbes, ranking 14 out of the top 100 employers in North Carolina. Forbes has also ranked Western Carolina University in the Top 100 of America's Best Midsize Employers for 2023. Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. WCU's main campus is nestled in a beautiful valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 50 miles west of Asheville. WCU is located just 25 miles from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, one of the nation's most spectacular and most visited national parks. The entire region is known for its excellent quality of life and access to outdoor activities.

    Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

    Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, and free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus.
    Position Summary
    The College of Engineering and Technology () at Western Carolina University (WCU) is growing!
    The University has received substantial support from the North Carolina legislature to expand engineering to meet the rapidly growing needs of the region and state. Our engineering and engineering technology programs feature project-based learning embedded throughout the curricula, preparing our students for professional practice and advanced study. Industry engagement is a hallmark of our programs, and we pride ourselves as having faculty with significant industry experience. Our culture embraces faculty-student interaction through experiences such as undergraduate research. We are committed to changing the lives of our students and their families through a transformative experience at our rural main-campus setting in the mountains of western North Carolina, and at sites in Asheville and across western NC. The college's programs are instrumental to the economic vitality of the region, and are advancing the university to be one of the nation's premiere regional comprehensive institutions. We are creating leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs with the foundation and skills needed for transformative careers in engineering and beyond.

    We are recruiting faculty for several positions in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related fields) at the assistant, associate, and full professor ranks to join us as we enter this transformational time at WCU. Faculty are routinely expected to teach in multiple topical areas at undergraduate and graduate levels. Faculty candidates with teaching and research expertise in one or more of the following areas are highly encouraged to apply:
    • Dynamics and Controls
    • Materials Science
    • Robotics and Automation
    • Industrial and Manufacturing
    • Thermodynamics
    • Turbomachinery

    The openings are nine-month tenure/tenure-track positions, with additional summer opportunities for research, teaching and other professional endeavors. Rank will be determined at point of hire. The anticipated start date is August 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Applicants with experience in more than one area of need will be reviewed favorably. Applicants with teaching experience at the college level, including lab courses, will also be reviewed favorably.

    Successful candidates will have a commitment to teaching, scholarship, and professional service to the university and region. Faculty pursue scholarship and research with external partners and with clients through our nationally-recognized Rapid Center. Applied research that engages students, especially undergraduate students, is a hallmark of our program.

    For more information on the School of Engineering Technology please visit . Our Engineering and Engineering Technology programs are accredited by ABET's EAC and ETAC, respectively. The college has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a top tier Undergraduate Engineering program for the past several years.

    Successful candidates will be expected to support the University's external engagement mission and our Quality Enhancement Program (QEP). Applicants are encouraged to visit the WCU website to learn more about WCU and details regarding the QEP.

    Western Carolina University holds inclusive excellence as a core value, and we work together to foster a welcoming community, where all are respected and know they belong.
    Carnegie statement
    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
    Minimum Qualifications
    A doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field, is required prior to the starting date.
    Preferred Qualifications
    Three years of relevant industry experience.
    Position Type Permanent Full-Time
    Number of Hours Per Week
    Number of Months Per Year 9
    Posting Text

    Open Date 11/01/2023
    Close Date
    Open Until Filled Yes
    Special Instructions to Applicants
    Candidates must submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of scholarship plans, a list (include names and complete contact information) of at least three professional references, and unofficial transcripts from the highest earned degree.

    For additional information or questions contact Dr. Scott Pierce: telephone 828-227-2175, visit , or email

    The review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
    Background/E-Verify
    Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

    Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
    Credential Verification
    All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
    AA/EOE
    Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
    Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
    University Safety
    The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
    Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
    1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
    2. Curriculum Vitae
    3. Teaching Philosophy
    4. Research Statement
    5. List of references
    6. Unofficial Transcripts
    Optional Documents
    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
      • HigherEdJobs.com
      • Inside Higher Ed
      • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
      • Website - Jobs.wcu.edu
      • Indeed.com
      • Personal Referral
      • Agency Referral
      • Other

    Western Carolina University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color,national origin, religion, sex, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition, Western Carolina University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.


     

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  • Brevard, NC FULL_TIME
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  • Fletcher, NC FULL_TIME
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Instructor, Baking & Pastry Arts
  • N.C. Community College System
  • Asheville, NC
  • **Job Location** Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College Asheville, North Carolina Main Campus **Salary/Grade** $...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Retail Trainer - Asheville, NC
  • American Greetings Corporation
  • Asheville, NC
  • Job Description American Greetings is a global leader in the Celebrations marketplace. Celebrate with us and join our te...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Swim Instructor
  • British Swim School of Asheville
  • Asheville, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits: Competitive salary The Position: We are looking for fun-loving individuals to ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chef Instructor
  • Aspireyouthandfamily
  • Asheville, NC
  • **Chef Instructor** Asheville District Asheville, North Carolina Minimum Experience **Experienced** Compensation **$13-$...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personal Trainer - Health & Fitness Center - PRN
  • Haywood Regional Medical Center
  • Clyde, NC
  • Teaches fundamental techniques and components using methods which include discussion, demonstration, repetitive practice...
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PT Nursing Assistant Instructor
  • Mayland Community College
  • Spruce Pine, NC
  • Salary: $28.00 Hourly Location : Spruce Pine, NC Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 00115 Department: Nursing Assistant Ope...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Adjunct Instructor, Fire Service (Continuous Posting)
  • Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
  • Asheville, NC
  • Posting Details Position Summary Information Position Title Adjunct Instructor, Fire Service (Continuous Posting) Employ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Remote Sales Agent - Training Provided
  • The Helmink Agency
  • Asheville, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Remote Sales Agent Training Provided Must be authorized to work in the US, no work visas...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Asheville is a city and the county seat of Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States. It is the largest city in Western North Carolina, and the 12th-most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The city's population was 89,121 according to 2016 estimates. It is the principal city in the four-county Asheville metropolitan area, with a population of 424,858 in 2010. Asheville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains at the confluence of the Swannanoa River and the French Broad River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 45.3 square miles (117....
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Income Estimation for Instructor - Mechanical Engineering jobs
$57,063 to $81,156
Asheville, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

Instructor - Mechanical Engineering in Bellingham, WA
Areas of instructional emphasis include drafting and computer modeling, manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, and testing and inspecting systems.
November 27, 2019
Instructor - Mechanical Engineering in Nassau, NY
Requires Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering Technology or related field required or equivalent work experience.
February 18, 2020
Instructor - Mechanical Engineering in Winston Salem, NC
Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or related engineering discipline.
January 06, 2020