College Professor - Mechanical Engineering

Position InformationPosition Number P00172 Position Title College Professor - Mechanical Engineering Division/Portfolio Arts and Sciences Department/Program Mechanical Engineering Technology Location Kelowna Other Flexible Work Options Your OpportunityThe role and responsibilities of a faculty member focus on the activities related to teachers, academics and scholars. They include but are not limited to an awareness of current scholarship and continuing mastery in one's field, instructional and professional duties, professional development, and service. In addition, duties and responsibilities may include scholarly activity.Functions and DutiesInstructional duties may include all or any of the following: instructional (teaching) assignments; course preparation and program revision; development of new programs and modes of delivery; evaluation of student work; instruction of laboratory exercises, concepts, theories, techniques and use of equipment; student contact for purposes of advising, tutoring and supervision both in and outside of the lecture or laboratory period; revision and development of existing and/or new courses in all formats; preparation of materials for use in laboratories; set up and take down of laboratory materials; preparation of timetables; control of inventory, maintenance of equipment; ordering of materials; Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and PLA coordination; and other functions related to instruction.Professional development is activity intended to promote teaching excellence, subject area competence and technical competence in an area of professional or instructional expertise.Service may include all or any of the following: school visitations; active membership on appropriate college or union committees, councils or boards; participation in professional or academic organizations; application of the employee's academic or professional competence or expertise in the community at large; attendance at articulation meetings; representing OC at other functions, administrative duties and other duties.Scholarly activity includes scholarship, research and creative activities. A College Professor may be released from instructional and/or professional duties to perform scholarly activityEducation and ExperienceThe minimum qualification is a Master's degree, or an equivalent level credential as appropriate for the discipline.Independent, post-secondary or public school work experience directly related to the duty assignment.Graduate level training that enables sole responsibility for teaching undergraduate students in the area directly related to the teaching assignment. Experience demonstrating a learner-centered teaching philosophy is desired.An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity is preferred.Skills and AbilitiesDesigns and teaches a course with regard for learning outcomesTeaches in a variety of modes, including lecture, discussion, active student involvement and laboratory work as appropriateInterested in use of appropriate technological aids in instructionOpen to feedback from others on ways to improve teaching and related activitiesKnowledgeable about the subject matter of the teaching area and able to teach the subject matter at a post-secondary levelMaintains currency and vitality in one's discipline through professional activities, professional development and/or scholarshipInterested in course and program developmentCollegial and willing to work constructively with othersComfortable in a computerized environment and with programs relevant to instruction and academic discipline--Preferred QualificationsThe Mechanical Engineering department has a variety of teaching appointments available for the 2026/2027 teaching year. We are seeking college professors to teach either part-time (1-2 courses) or full-time (3 courses) per term. Successful candidates must have a foundational knowledge of the field and preferably have an industry background and related teaching experience. A P.Eng. will be considered an asset. Given the term nature of this position, individuals without a graduate degree will also be considered.Please specify your desired appointment (part/full-time) in your application.Duties include all facets of course delivery (teaching all lectures, conducting hands-on labs or tutorials, marking all assignments and exams, holding regular office hours) and being an active department member.Our department seeks candidates with expertise in the following areas:Mechanical engineering theory (Statics, Dynamics, Stress, etc.)Engineering materials (properties, testing, and application)Machine Design (components and assemblies)Solid modeling, production of manufacturing drawings, and GD&T (using AutoCAD and SolidWorks).Manufacturing processes and operationsProduction and Operations ManagementMachining and fabrication theory and hands-on machine shop skillsCNC programing and machine operationFluid mechanics and fluid power systemsThermodynamics / HVACRobotics and industrial automationDesired Start Date 08/19/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) 05/02/2027 ScheduleFall: Aug 26, 2026 - Dec 22, 2026 (full-time start Aug 19, 2026)Winter: Jan 2, 2027 - May 2, 2027Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary range $71,486 to $115,129 with normal starting salary between $78,872 and $85,897 annually, dependent on relevant education and experience. Appointment Type Faculty - Full-time Term Special Instructions to ApplicantsCourse descriptions and information about the Mechanical Engineering Technology Department can be found at: https://www.okanagan.bc.ca/mechanical-engineering-technology-diplomaFor inquiries of an academic nature, please contact Jonathan Laumer at jlaumer@okanagan.bc.ca.Employee Group Faculty