Part-time Faculty, Mechanical Engineering Technology
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Offers an opportunity for individuals interested in teaching mechanical engineering without the pressure of full-time academic employment.
- Part-time flexibility allowing for other commitments
- Engagement in mentoring future engineers
- Potentially lower pay and reduced benefits
- Less job stability due to fluctuating course loads
Pros
- Flexibility of part-time work allows for personal time
- Direct engagement in teaching and mentoring students
- Opportunity to influence the academic journey of students
Cons
- Limited benefits and support compared to full-time roles
- Potentially lower salary given part-time status
- Instability if class enrollment fluctuates
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-Level • Part-time, on-site
Good fit
- Engineers seeking to share their knowledge
- Professionals looking for part-time teaching opportunities
- Candidates interested in contributing to engineering education
Not recommended for
- Job seekers looking for full-time positions
- Individuals wanting comprehensive employee benefits
- Candidates without a passion for education
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The Mechanical Engineering Technology ( MET ) program at Youngstown State University is accepting applications for part time faculty to teach undergraduate MET courses. The majority of MET courses are application focused providing our students with real life experiences in the classroom and lab. Responsibilities will include teaching one or more courses and/or associated laboratories in machine design, mechanisms, numerical controls, and manufacturing systems. This position is renewable.
Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments and university officials via university provided tools and resources.
An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.
As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our intellectually diverse, accessible, and quality education.
Minimum Qualifications: At least a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology or a closely related field or at least an associate degree (or international equivalent) in mechanical engineering technology or a closely related field with journeyman certification. At least three years of professional U.S. industrial experience. Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Preferred Qualifications: Prior college teaching, related work experience, and online teaching experience.
Equipment Operated: CNC Machine, Lathes, Drill Press.
