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Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering Adjunct

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Chesterfield, VA

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SKILLS
AutoCAD, Automation, Best Practices, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, Communication Skills, Control Systems, Electromechanical Systems, Embedded Systems, Instrumentation, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Microcontroller, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Robotics, SolidWorks, System Integration (SI), Time Management, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chesterfield, VA
POSTED
3 days ago
Title: Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering Adjunct

Agency: Brightpoint Community College

Location: Chesterfield - 041

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: Salary and rank commensurate with experience and education

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is the third largest of Virginia's 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.

General Information: Adjunct faculty teaching is limited to a maximum of 8 credit hours in the summer semester, 12 credit hours in the fall semester, and 12 credit hours in the spring semester. These limits are for total number of credit hours taught in the Virginia's Community Colleges (VCCS). Additional restrictions may apply depending upon other positions occupied within VCCS.

Responsibilities: Brightpoint Community College is a two-year institution of higher education within the Virginia Community College System. The college serves students across the region with a mission to provide accessible, high-quality educational opportunities that support workforce development and lifelong learning.

The Division of Engineering, Business, and Technology at Brightpoint Community College seeks qualified adjunct instructors to support and enhance our Engineering Technology programs. The successful candidate will teach foundational and applied topics in Robotics and Mechatronic systems. This position will support classroom and laboratory instruction in areas such as sensors and actuators, industrial automation, robotic kinematics, microcontrollers, PLCs, control systems, and system integration. The instructor will deliver hands-on, application-focused learning to prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing, automation, and engineering technology.

Minimum Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
  • Sensors, actuators, and system instrumentation
  • Robotics fundamentals, robotic arms, kinematics, and automation
  • Mechatronic systems, electromechanical integration
  • Microcontrollers, PLCs, embedded systems, or industrial controls
  • Ability to provide effective classroom and laboratory instruction.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to support diverse student populations.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Ability to manage multiple instructional responsibilities and meet established deadlines.
  • Ability to demonstrate best practices in teaching engineering or technical courses in a community college environment


Additional Considerations:

Teaching or industry experience in robotics, mechatronics, automation, or related engineering technology fields. CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) .

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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