Automation and Robotics Adjunct - Fall 2026

About the role

ECC Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students across various educational programs. We are committed to creating a welcoming campus where everyone feels valued. As an adjunct faculty member, your work is integral to our mission.

Work Schedule

As required by the department, rate of pay: Less than a Master’s $1098, Masters and above $1140. FLSA Status: Exempt. Grant Funded: No.

Job Summary

Adjunct faculty provide instruction aligned with the College’s strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Associate’s degree in a related field with 4,000 hours of documented work experience OR, Journeyman status.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience, and knowledge of electrical for industrial applications, motor controls, PLCs, hydraulics, fluid power, and pneumatics.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience, and knowledge of automation and robotics.
• Minimum 3 years’ teaching experience.
• Strong communication skills.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Lockout/Tagout training experience.
• Industry-recognized robotics or automation certification (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, KUKA, Siemens, or equivalent).

Essential Duties

• Deliver Instruction
• Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
• Prepare lessons
• Provide course syllabus (including grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline, and contact information)
• Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets
• Evaluate Student Progress
• Keep accurate record of student performance
• Provide students with timely feedback
• Provide Student Assistance
• Refer students to student support services
• Accommodate special needs students

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description.

Physical Demands

Light (up to 25 lbs occasionally or 10 lbs frequently)

Environmental Conditions

Moderate noise

Work Environment

Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers. In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services.