Mechanical Engineering Faculty

Mechanical Engineering Faculty

Engineering/Business/Criminal Justice Division

Full-Time (9-Month Academic Appointment)

North Central State College is seeking a dynamic and student-centered educator to join our Engineering/Business/Criminal Justice Division as a Mechanical Engineering faculty. This is a full-time, 9-month instructional position responsible for teaching a range of mechanical engineering courses in in-person, online, and hybrid formats. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping students apply engineering principles, solve real-world problems, and build a strong foundation for continued academic and career success.

This position follows a Fall/Spring contract schedule (off during Summer semester) and begins Fall Semester 2026 (start date: August 13, 2026).

What You’ll Do . . .

You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality instruction and supporting student success across a diverse student population, including those pursuing transfer pathways.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintains minimum of 15 credit/18 contact hours of classroom, clinical and/or laboratory instruction per term and reflects a 40-hour work week.
• Meets with all classes as scheduled and provides the full component of instruction.
• Provides appropriate assistance and supervision to students in all classrooms, clinicals and/or laboratories.
• Delivers instruction based on the learning objectives and course outcomes found in the official College syllabus.
• Develops and maintains appropriate course materials to be distributed to students.
• Maintains current knowledge and skills in the faculty member’s discipline and in teaching strategies.
• Holds at least five (5) office hours per week for student consultation and advisement.
• Maintains accurate academic and attendance records for all students.
• Reports attendance information, midterm deficiencies, and final term grade to the Student Records Office in the manner and by the dates specified.
• Operates within the organizational structure and policies of the College.
• Attends departmental, divisional, and professional development meetings and other College activities as required.
• Attends graduation ceremonies and assists as requested.
• Assists the divisional Dean, Assistant Dean, Program Director and/or Program Coordinator in maintaining an inventory of appropriate educational supplies and equipment.
• Maintains proper housekeeping and safety rules in classrooms, clinicals and/or laboratories.
• Maintains security of College property.
• Serves on College committees.
• Performs community service including serving on and working with community organizations, area agencies, and /or advisory committees. 
• Maintains professional relationships with students, peers, and staff to promote competence, education, and training related to program.

What We’re Looking For: 

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree preferred in engineering technology discipline or a closely related field. Minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology with three years of experience in engineering or engineering technology field.    

Preferred:

• Relevant industry experience in mechanical engineering or a related field
• Prior post-secondary teaching experience 
• Experience supporting students in transfer and/or workforce-focused programs 
• Familiarity with laboratory instruction and applied learning environments 
• Strong commitment to student engagement, retention, and success

Why North Central State College?

We’re proud to offer a supportive, student-centered environment—and a benefits package that truly stands out:

• Competitive pay 
• Summer semester off 
• 5-week holiday break during Christmas & New Year’s 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (low deductibles & low co-insurance) 
• College retirement contribution: 
  • 14% (STRS participants) 
  • 11.09% (Alternative Retirement Plan participants) 
• College-paid life insurance 
• College-paid long-term disability insurance 
• 24 hours of personal time per academic year 
• 120 hours of sick leave annually 
• 12 paid holidays 
• Free tuition for employee, spouse, and dependents 
• Tuition reimbursement for courses taken outside the College 

…and more!

Application Review Begins: April 20, 2026
Position open until filled
(Posted April 6, 2026)

Ready to Join Us?
Submit your resume and cover letter at:
👉 www.ncstatecollege.edu/jobs

Or send to:

 

North Central State College
Attn: Human Resources
2441 Kenwood Circle
Mansfield, OH 44906