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Lee College

Adjunct - Engineering Instructor

Baytown, TX · On-site

$34.03 - $51.04/hr

D. in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering * Experience with software including, but not limited to: spreadsheets, symbolic algebra packages, engineering analysis software (C ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for civil engineering instructor in the United States is $25.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a civil engineering instructor?

A Civil Engineering Instructor is responsible for teaching courses related to civil engineering principles, materials, and design. They develop lesson plans, deliver lectures, conduct lab sessions, and assess student performance. Instructors may also guide students on projects, research, and industry trends. They typically work in universities, colleges, or technical institutes. Strong communication skills and industry experience are often required.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a civil engineering instructor?

A Civil Engineering Instructor usually spends their day preparing and delivering lectures, developing course materials and assignments, and providing hands-on demonstrations in labs or fieldwork settings. They are also responsible for assessing student progress through grading, offering feedback, and holding office hours to support learners one-on-one. In addition, instructors may participate in departmental meetings, curriculum development, and collaborating with colleagues on program improvements. These diverse tasks offer a dynamic work environment and help maintain high educational standards while supporting student success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the civil engineering instructor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Civil Engineering Instructor, you need a solid background in civil engineering principles, experience in the field, and at least a bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline. Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or STAAD.Pro, as well as relevant teaching certifications, is often required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help instructors effectively engage students and manage course materials. These competencies ensure the instructor can provide high-quality education, keep pace with industry trends, and prepare students for successful engineering careers.

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Infographic showing various Civil Engineering Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $52,811 per year, or $25.4 per hour.

Temp Parttime Faculty: Civil Engineering

University of New Mexico

Los Alamos, NM

$23 - $31.25/hr

Part-time, Temporary

Re-posted 18 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

UNM-Los Alamos anticipates hiring Temporary Part-Time faculty to teach online and/or face-to-face Civil Engineering courses at the 1000 or 2000 level. This is a continuous recruitment beginning in the Summer 2026 semester.  Positions are contingent upon the need of each semester as determined by student enrollment levels and current course offering. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses. Applicants hired from this requisition will be considered for the next requisition.

Anticipated openings include the following subjects: Engineering Statics, Civil Engineering Design

UNM-Los Alamos is a two-year branch campus of the University of New Mexico located approximately 90 miles northwest of Albuquerque. UNM-Los Alamos emphasizes teaching excellence and offers academic transfer courses, as well as vocational and technical courses to the citizens of Los Alamos County and northern New Mexico.  

UNM-Los Alamos is seeking qualified temporary part time faculty members to teach lower division classes in various disciplines as specified above. UNM-LA instructors are responsible for all aspects of any class they are teaching including but not limited to meeting with the class during assigned times, content delivery, assignment development, grading assignments, reporting of grades, and assessment of student learning as outlined by the Program Coordinator.  Strong preference is given to candidates who reside in New Mexico.  Classes may be offered on-line or in person, depending on circumstances.

Positions are contingent upon need each semester as determined by student enrollment levels, current course offering matrix, and demand driven by graduation requirements.  Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses.  Candidates who are selected for these positions will report to the Department Coordinator overseeing this curriculum area.

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Adjunct Faculty at the UNM-Los Alamos campus are currently compensated at the rate of 1,135.26 per credit hour. 

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