Instructor, Machining & Industrial Systems

Instructor, Machining & Industrial Systems

Salary

$45,909.00 - $64,971.00 Annually

Location

Durham, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Faculty

Job Number

26-27-00015

Division

Academics and Guided Career Pathways

Department

Industrial Systems Technology Program

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

8/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

Do Great Things! Durham Tech is hiring a full-time Instructor, Machining & Industrial Systems for the Industrial Systems Technology Program. This position provides classroom, laboratory, and workforce training instruction in industrial systems, manufacturing, electrical systems, PLCs, machining, and maintenance. The instructor is responsible for delivering engaging instruction, developing course materials, maintaining student records, supporting industry training initiatives, collaborating with business partners, and ensuring a safe and effective learning environment that promotes student success and workforce readiness.

Examples of Duties

• Offer instruction in areas of AC/DC Electricity, PLCs, Instrumentation, motor and controls, hydraulics/pneumatics, and other manufacturing areas to include safety, maintenance principles, CNC and manual machining.
• Meet with classes for assigned hours and deliver relevant instruction in lecture and lab settings while maintaining accurate student records.
• Collaborate with Directors to determine training needs and participate in developing and delivering training that meets those needs.
• Participate in the development, analysis, and implementation of varying methods of course development and maintain records of student attendance and grades according to college and state policy and procedure.
• Provide instruction for customized training for business and industry, and training support to other workforce programs as available.
• Communicate course expectations to students in a consistent and understandable manner, e.g., by developing course outlines and syllabi.
• Assist Directors & Deans in communicating with Manufacturing industry partners around offerings at the college and their engagement with the college.
• Assist in maintaining safe and orderly instructional spaces as needed, including manufacturing lab equipment. This includes training conducted at Durham Technical Community College and employer sites.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree (or Higher) in industrial systems engineering or a like field/or in Electrical Systems or Computer Integrated Machining.

Preferred qualifications

Bachelor's degree in industrial systems engineering, Electrical Systems, or Computer Integrated Machining.

Work Experience:

Three years of experience in industrial or manufacturing operations, maintenance, safety, or continuous improvement. Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Supplemental Information

• Must have experience in the fundamentals of industrial controls, machining, electricity, mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Must be able to read industrial/electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience in troubleshooting industrial equipment typical to an industrial production environment
• Working knowledge of mechanical and fluid systems (hydraulics/pneumatic), electrical/electronic concepts and fundamentals, industrial robots is desired, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and troubleshooting of automated equipment.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action.
• Ability to make presentations to classroom audiences at an appropriate level.
• Computer proficiency in desktop office applications.
• Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Understand the mission, goals, and objectives of a community college.
• Working knowledge of the business and industry community within Durham and Orange counties preferred.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job:

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, at times, 25 lbs.
• Good eye/hand dexterity.

Normal Working Hours:

A minimum of 40 hours a week as determined by the supervisor to allow the employee to fulfill the assigned duties and responsibilities, including occasional evening and weekend hours. This is a 9-month position.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our Employee Benefits and Retirement page.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than High School
• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Doctorate degree

02

Do you possess an associate's degree or higher in Industrial Systems Engineering, Electrical Systems Technology, Computer Integrated Machining, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least three (3) years of experience in industrial or manufacturing operations, maintenance, safety, or continuous improvement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Durham Technical Community College

Address 1637 East Lawson Street

Durham, North Carolina, 27703

Phone 919-536-7244-5101

919-536-7200

Website https://www.durhamtech.edu/