Instructor Mechanical Engineering, TFT (12 Month)-NHC Endowment Grant TFT

Instructor Mechanical Engineering, TFT (12 Month)-NHC Endowment Grant TFT

Location

Castle Hayne - North Campus, NC

Job Type

Full Time Faculty

Job Number

24-00018

Division

Career & Technical Education

Department

Applied Technologies

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Position Description

DEFINITION:

• To provide classroom and lab instruction in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program for the college.

• Normal workload for faculty is a minimum of 18 hours teaching while on campus a minimum of 30 hours per week.

• Faculty are not usually required to be on campus while students are on break (typically students are on break roughly 40+ days per year. This is all paid time off, plus earned sick leave)

• This is a Time Limited, Temporary Full Time Grant Funded Position. Position ends June 2027 with potential to be extended*

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

• Receives general supervision from the Advanced Manufacturing Department Chair
• Receives supervision and technical direction from the Mechanical Engineering Technology program director
• Exercises no supervision

Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Plan, direct, and participate in the instruction for the Mechanical Engineering Technology program; develop supplemental materials and tests; maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance.

• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Mechanical Engineering Technology program including curriculum development and instructional coordination.

• Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement and review with the department chair.

• Develop and draft materials necessary for instruction with the direction and approval of the program director.

Other Important Functions:

• Assess material, supply, and equipment needs for the Mechanical Engineering Technology program; submit requests for the ordering of supplies to the program director. Help maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Participate in the academic program efforts to recruit and retain students; coordinate the development, review, and revision of program publications, publicity and other community relations' activities.
• Work with industry partners and faculty to ensure our programs are teaching the most up to date techniques and the latest industry trends.
• Coordinate activities with student services in the implementation of CFCC Mechanical Engineering Technology admission, progression, and graduation policies.
• Ensure the adherence to safe and appropriate work practices and procedures.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Organizational and management practices as applied to the planning, analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Principles and procedures of academic and instructional program development and administration in the area of assignment.
• Principles and practices of curriculum development and instructional strategies.
• Current trends, research and development in the area of assignment.

Ability To:

• Interpret and apply college goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

• Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

• Effectively direct the provisions of the academic area to which assigned in support of the college programs.

• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

• Interpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:

• Making observations

• Reading and writing

• Communicating with others

• Operating assigned equipment

• Handling varied tasks simultaneously

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:

• Standing or sitting for extended periods of time

• Operating assigned equipment

• Handling varied tasks simultaneously

• Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 50 pounds

• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:

• Making sound decisions

• Responding to questions

• Demonstrating intellectual capabilities

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Minimum Education/Training:

• AAS degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field from an accredited college or university

Minimum Experience:

• Two years of relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Information

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
• Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
• Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Masters degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
• To claim veterans' preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs and activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender (including gender identity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies.

State of NC benefits

https://cfcc.edu/human-resources/current-employees/benefits/state-health-plan/

Employer Cape Fear Community College

Address 411 N Front Street

Union Station Building-Suite 299

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401

Website http://www.cfcc.edu