Job no: 497189 Work type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307 Categories: Faculty Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor - Mechanical Engineering Technology Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus) Department: 38330 - Mechanical Advertised Salary: $80,000 - $84,999 Assistant Professor; $85,000 - $90,000 Associate Professor. Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FFA Agreement. Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.). Faculty Health Benefit Plans FLSA: Exempt Temporary/Continuing: Continuing Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time Union Group: Ferris Faculty Association (MEA-NEA) Term of Position: 9 Month At Will/Just Cause: Just Cause Summary of Position: The Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) program, part of the School of Engineering and Computing Technologies (SECT), invites applications for a 9-month, tenured-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Primary responsibilities include preparing and delivering courses, utilizing effective methods that ensure that all course outcomes are met. Tenure at a previous institution is required to be hired at the rank of Associate Professor. Courses are primarily delivered face-to-face in the classroom/lab at the main campus in Big Rapids, although online delivery may be required for some courses. Additional responsibilities generally include advising students, internship coordination, recruiting students, developing industry relationships, developing curriculum, and serving on various committees within the university. Teaching at regional satellite campuses may also be required. Working with student organizations is highly encouraged. Faculty in MET are expected to teach a variety of courses across the curriculum, teaching both lower and upper undergraduate division courses in an ETAC/ABET accredited Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) program. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2025. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Position Type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing Required Education: Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related engineering field OR Master's degree in any discipline and a Professional Engineers License plus a BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or related engineering field. Required Work Experience: Five years full-time, continuous related industrial work experience. Minimum five years teaching experience to include an award of tenure for rank of Associate Professor. Working knowledge and demonstrated experience with mechanical systems and methods. Required Licenses and Certifications: Physical Demands: • Office Environment • Bending • Carrying • Electrical Hazards • Reaching • Sitting • Twisting • Lifting • Standing Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: Interest and ability to teach hands-on labs, such as fluid mechanics, fluid power, statics & strength of materials, machine design, mechanical measurements, Python programming, FEA and CAD simulation, data acquisition with LabVIEW, senior capstone design Related teaching experience Professional engineering license Ability to promote a program Industrial experience with mechatronics (electro-mechanical) systems, robotics, automation and controls Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Delivering courses in both a classroom and an online format. Preparing and delivering courses utilizing effective methods that ensure that all course outcomes are met. Internship coordination, recruiting students, developing industry relationships, developing curriculum, and working with student organizations. Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include advising students, orientation and registration of students, participation in University committees, keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically. Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: Skills and Abilities: Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Ability to develop on-line teaching. Ability to work as a member of a team. Technically competent in the use of instrumentation, computers, and software appropriate to the discipline. Required Documents: • Cover Letter • Curriculum Vitae • Unofficial Transcript 1 Optional Documents: Professional Engineers License Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of a Master's Degree as described in the Required Education section. Transcript must include Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. Initial Application Review Date: August 8, 2025 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes Posting Close Date: EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. Advertised: 25 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close:
See More Details >>Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard? We are looking for an Instrumentation Systems and Controls Engineer to work in Auburn Hills. This is 100% onsite. As the Systems and Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, build and support of custom data acquisition and control systems. Requires the ability to work with other Engineering Product areas and various Test Laboratories to provide solutions that are not readily available commercially. The candidate will generally have full project responsibility from requirements gathering, specification creation, project resourcing and timing, design (hardware and/or software), build, commissioning and support. Requirements: • Position will be 100% ONSITE • Bachelor's degree required, Electrical Engineering degree preferred • 5+ years experience required • Circuit Design • Embedded systems • Code development (Labview, PLC, C#, C++, etc.) • Data Acquisition & Control systems #LI-KE1
See More Details >>Job no: 495174 Work type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307 Categories: Faculty Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of Manufacturing Engineering Technology Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus) Department: 38430 - MFG Eng Tech Advertised Salary: Salary commensurate with education, experiences, and other requirements. Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.) FLSA: Exempt Temporary/Continuing: Continuing Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time Union Group: Ferris Faculty Association (MEA-NEA) Term of Position: 9 Month At Will/Just Cause: Just Cause Summary of Position: The Department of Manufacturing Engineering Technology invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position. Primary responsibilities include: preparing and delivering courses utilizing effective methods that ensure that all course outcomes are met; and delivering courses in both a classroom and an online format. Additionally, advising students, internship coordination, recruiting students, developing industry relationships, developing curriculum, and serving on various committees within the university. Teaching at regional satellite campuses may also be required, as well as working with student organizations. The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2023 at the earliest and January of 2024 at the latest. Position Type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing Required Education: 1. Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline OR 2. Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial or related discipline OR 3. BS Engineering or Engineering Technology and MS Engineering or Engineering Technology and three years hands-on experience in Manufacturing OR 4. BS Engineering or Engineering Technology and MS (any) and six years hands-on experience in Manufacturing OR 5. BS Engineering or Engineering Technology and 12 years hands-on experience in Manufacturing and a subject matter expert in an area relevant to Manufacturing. Required Work Experience: Required work experience is based on degree attained. Please see required education. Required Licenses and Certifications: Physical Demands: • Office Environment • Bending • Carrying • Moving • Reaching • Sitting • Twisting • Balancing • Lifting • Pulling/Pushing • Repetitive Movement • Standing Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: Doctorate degree in manufacturing engineering or a related discipline. Involvement in product development, or project activities with companies, and/or related industries. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Delivering courses in both a classroom and an on-line format. Preparing and delivering courses utilizing effective methods that ensure that all course outcomes are met. Working with student organizations. Reports to the Director of the School of Design and Manufacturing through the Program Coordinator. Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members. Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include advising students, orientation and registration of students, participation in University committees, keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty members may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment. Any other duties within the position classification area. Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion Required Documents: • Cover Letter • Resume • Unofficial Transcript 1 Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript showing applicable degree based on the Required Education field. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. Initial Application Review Date: January 18, 2023 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes Posting Close Date: EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. Advertised: 02 Dec 2022 Eastern Standard Time Applications close:
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Big Rapids, MI, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this field generally last about three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 25,139 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages averaging around $1,200 per week in Big Rapids, MI. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate of 11% from 2023 to 2033. Trade schools, unions, and vocational programs provide aspiring mechanical trade professionals with apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $60,000 annually for experienced professionals.
