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The California State University · 2 months ago

Assistant/Associate Professor - Engineering Technology - AY 26/27

San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$106K/yr - $117K/yr

10+ years exp

The California State University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor in Engineering Technology for the Cal Poly Solano Campus, starting Fall 2026. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, supporting curricular development, and engaging in professional development activities while adhering to the teacher-scholar model.

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Responsibilities

Instruction of marine and facilities engineering technology coursework in classrooms, laboratories, simulators, or aboard the training ship. Curricula taught may include:

Steam, Diesel, or Turbine Power Generation

Ship Propulsion Simulation

Electrical Systems

HVAC

Refrigeration

Introduction to Marine Engineering

Plant Operations

Other fundamental engineering courses associated with the Engineering Technology program

Student advising in the Marine Engineering Technology and Facilities Engineering Technology programs

Professional development activities that advance knowledge within an engineering field

Service in department and campus-wide academic and administrative teams and committees, and

Future annual participation as an instructional faculty member and/or engineering watch officer aboard the Training Ship Golden Bear (to be the Training Ship Golden State planned for 2028)

Qualification

USCG 3rd assistant engineer licenseTeaching experienceMarine engineering technologyHands-on learningEffective communicationInterpersonal skillsResearch program developmentWrittenStudent advisingCollaboration in multidisciplinary settingsOral communication

Required

A minimum earned bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology (marine, mechanical, electrical, naval, or industrial), or a closely related field from an accredited institution or international equivalent is required for appointment

A minimum USCG 3rd assistant engineer (unlimited) license with appropriate STCW endorsements and at least 10 years' experience in the industry OR a USCG 2nd assistant engineer (unlimited) license with appropriate STCW endorsements is required for this position

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, effective communication, and interpersonal skills and must have the ability to work effectively with students, staff and faculty

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to develop an externally funded, applied research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students, and partnerships with key stakeholders

Demonstrated experience and commitment to hands-on, student-centered learning and teaching, as well as demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings are required

Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interests in undergraduate and graduate teaching are required

Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required

A valid USCG medical certificate is required to participate in the training cruise

The incumbent must participate in a random drug-screening program as required by federal law

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly

Preferred

Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated excellence in university level teaching and research (commensurate with time since degree), experience with laboratory-based instruction, and/or industry experience

Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment is preferred

Preference will be given to candidates with a Master's degree or higher in engineering, engineering technology or engineering management

A current C/E or 1/E or U.S. Coast Guard license with appropriate STCW endorsements

Those with interests and expertise in more than one technical area, engineering leadership role experience, and/or leadership training experience

Benefits

Cal Poly provides a range of benefits for our faculty which can be found at https://afd.calpoly.edu/hr/benefits.

Cal Poly is family friendly, offering parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children’s center ( https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/).

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The California State University

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The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 22 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and more than 450,000 students.

Founded in 1947

Long Beach, California, USA

10001+ employees