Assistant Instructor, Mechanical Engineering

Position Title Assistant Instructor, Mechanical Engineering

Who We Are

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Position Summary

BCIT’s Mechanical Engineering department within the School of Energy is seeking aregular, full-time (1.0 FTE ) Assistant Instructor who is an enthusiastic, team-oriented professional with broad practical knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals. The department of Mechanical Engineering at BCIT offers diplomas and an accredited degree in Mechanical Engineering. The primary goal of the programs is to graduate highly-qualified, practical mechanical technologists and engineers who are eligible for professional registration.

Duties & Responsibilities The successful applicant can expect to provide lab and tutorial assistance across a broad range of the mechanical engineering discipline. The applicant must have a solid commitment to teaching and interacting with students, an ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and an interest in delivering quality curriculum.

The Assistant Instructor may lead labs and tutorials in some of the following areas:

- Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals (statics, dynamics, strength of materials)
- Engineering Graphics and CAD
- Manual and CNC Machining
- Mechatronics (Automation, Robotics), Microcontrollers, Industrial Control, PLCs

Qualifications

- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related credential.




- Relevant industry experience in an engineering environment.
- Proficient in engineering computer applications including strong CAD skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English Language.
- Ability to work independently and in teams.
- Machine shop skills are an asset.
- Instructional experience is an asset.
- Programming (C/C++/Python) experience is an asset.

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

- Competitive pay
- Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position )
- Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans !
- Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
- Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
- Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
- Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
- Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part time. For more information on our generous benefits,

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Salary Range

Salary Range Salary Range: $72,334 - $98,815 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Posting Category

Posting Category Faculty

Department 2

Department 2 SoE Mechanical Engineering

Campus Location

Campus Location Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

📌 Assistant Instructor, Mechanical Engineering (Burnaby)
🏢 British Columbia Institute of Technology
📍 Burnaby