Faculty - Industrial Automation Technologies Instructor

About the role

Hawkeye Community College's Industrial Automation Technology program seeks a hands-on instructor with recent industry experience to teach courses in mechanical systems and power transmission, pneumatic systems, industrial safety, industrial networking, machine shop processes, industrial robotics, hydraulic systems, schematics, and more.

Responsibilities

• Plan and guide the learning process to achieve curriculum goals while establishing clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
• Prepare daily instructional plans and materials.
• Employ various instructional methods and materials appropriate for meeting stated objectives, assessing student accomplishments on a regular basis, and providing progress reports as requested and required.
• Formulate and maintain curriculum for assigned courses.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with the Dean, supervisors, other faculty, the program's Advisory Committee, all divisions of the College, prospective employers, and the community.
• Participate in campus committees as assigned.
• Offer a safe and supportive learning environment while encouraging hands-on learning and problem solving.
• Establish partnerships with industry stakeholders to enhance learning opportunities, strengthen employment pathways for students, stay updated on technology advancements in the industry, and align the program with workforce needs.
• Maintain and supervise the use of lab equipment and training materials.
• Maintain partnerships with other educational institutions to facilitate seamless transfer for students.
• Afford assistance with student recruitment and retention initiatives.
• Mentor students on technical projects and hands-on tasks to enhance their learning experience.
• Interact daily with students, faculty, and staff; interactions are essential and occur in person, via telephone, email, and other digital communication platforms.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to industry-standard safety protocols during all classroom and lab activities.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Industrial Automation Technology, Industrial Maintenance Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a closely related field.
• 5 years of recent, relevant work experience in the industrial automation, industrial maintenance, or manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in mechanical power transmission, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, or industrial robotics.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new and current technical skills and ideas.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to positively interact with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated motivation to serve students from all backgrounds and educational experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of faculty, staff, students, and general public in a professional and personable manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Community college experience.
• Post-secondary teaching experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or a related field with 3–5 years of recent, relevant work experience.
• Experience with industrial robotics programming and integration (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Universal Robots, or equivalent platforms).
• Industry-recognized credentials such as SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance), NIMS (National Institute for Metal Working Skills), MSSC (Manufacturing Skills Standard Council), or OSHA 10/30 General Industry certification.
• Familiarity with curriculum development and the ability to integrate emerging industry trends into coursework.

Benefits

• Comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance.
• A Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Holiday, personal, sick leave.
• Tuition reimbursement / tuition remission.
• A choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).

Pay

• Beginning salaries are determined by education and experience based on the Hawkeye Professional Educators’ Association Master Agreement.
• The current 2026/2027 Academic Year 9-month faculty pay structure consists of 20 steps with Step 1 as $52,017 through Step 20 as $68,754.

Schedule

• Full-time, nine-month contractual position.
• Teaching assignments may include day, evening, or weekend courses delivered in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.

Contact Information

To apply, complete an online application at www.hawkeyecollege.edu/employment. Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:

• Why you are interested in teaching industrial automation technology at Hawkeye Community College.
• How you would incorporate real-world applications or current trends in industrial automation, fluid power, or robotics into your teaching.
• Provide examples of how you have integrated practical hands-on experiences into the classroom.

Submit/upload a resume and three professional references with a minimum of one being from a current or past supervisor. The application deadline is Sunday, May 31, 2026, with priority screening beginning on Monday, June 1, 2026. Completed applications received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college.