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Virginia's Community College System · 1 month ago

Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering Adjunct

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education serving the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. The role involves teaching foundational and applied topics in Robotics and Mechatronic systems, delivering hands-on instruction to prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing and engineering technology.

E-LearningEducationHigher Education

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Teach foundational and applied topics in Robotics and Mechatronic systems

Support classroom and laboratory instruction in areas such as sensors and actuators, industrial automation, robotic kinematics, microcontrollers, PLCs, control systems, and system integration

Deliver hands-on, application-focused learning to prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing, automation, and engineering technology

May be required to perform other duties as assigned

May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor

Qualification

SensorsActuatorsRobotics fundamentalsMechatronic systemsMicrocontrollersPLCsCAD softwareClassroom instructionTeaching best practicesCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsIndependent workCollaborative workTime management

Required

Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Sensors, actuators, and system instrumentation

Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Robotics fundamentals, robotic arms, kinematics, and automation

Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Mechatronic systems, electromechanical integration

Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: 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

Preferred

Teaching or industry experience in robotics, mechatronics, automation, or related engineering technology fields

CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)

Company

Virginia's Community College System

Since 1966, Virginia’s Community Colleges have given everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the right skills so lives and communities are strengthened.

Founded in 1966