South Dakota State University · 13 hours ago
Metzgar Endowed Educator in Power Systems Engineering
South Dakota State University is seeking a distinguished professional to join the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science as the Metzgar Endowed Educator in Power Systems Engineering. The successful candidate will lead the Center for Power Systems Studies, teach power-focused courses, supervise design projects, and expand industry collaborations to enhance the Power and Energy Program.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate electrical engineering courses emphasizing power areas
Supervise senior/capstone design projects in electrical engineering
Administer the Center for Power Systems Studies (CPSS) housed within the McComish Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. The CPSS, founded in 1968, has partnered with the regional power industry to promote student education through direct engagement with professionals. By integrating academic knowledge with industry experience, we aim to strengthen the electrical power workforce and support technological progress both within our region and beyond
Participate in student recruitment in electrical engineering with an emphasis on the power areas
Provide service to the department, college, and University, as needed
Enhance partnerships with stakeholders in the power industry to strengthen the curriculum and provide hands-on experiences for students
Develop strong relationships with the power industry to connect students with impactful employment opportunities (i.e. Internships and/or Full-Time)
Participate in recruiting events and new student orientations
Participate in Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering events
Qualification
Required
Earned B.S. degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field (by the start date) with a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in the US power industry and professional licensure or power systems engineering-related certificate OR Earned M.S. degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field (by the start date) with a minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in the US power industry
The ability or potential to provide outstanding instruction of undergraduate level courses in power systems engineering and related fields
The ability or potential to provide leadership for institutional innovation in teaching and learning
The ability or potential to develop strong collaborative partnerships with other institutions of higher education, government agencies, industry and non-profit organizations where collaborations will enhance the strengths of the power systems engineering area
Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred
Prior experience in teaching at the university level
Industry experience in South Dakota and/or neighboring states
Hold regional and/or national reputation in power systems engineering that will advance the strengths of the college
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Flexible benefits
Retirement plans
Compensation packages
Paid holidays
Vacation leave
6% matching
9.34 hours of sick leave each month
Eleven paid holidays
Internal and state-sponsored training
Reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions
Relocation benefits
Company
South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University is a public research university located in Brookings, South Dakota.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$82.36MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureU.S. Department of Agriculture
2025-01-16Grant· $0.95M
2024-06-26Grant· $0.27M
2023-09-28Grant· $0.15M
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