Energy Systems Engineering Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

About Us
For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.
Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia , Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/ .
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISYE) delivers an exceptional, hands-on, and student-focused educational experience that equips both traditional and non-traditional students with the tools and vision to shape the future. Serving students from Atlanta, the Southeast, and across the globe, we pride ourselves in developing forward-thinking leaders ready to transform industries worldwide. Our nationally recognized faculty spearhead cutting-edge research funded by industry and government, translating engineering principles into real-world impact across a wide range of sectors, including health systems, human systems integrations, sustainable energy, advanced production systems, data analytics, and pioneering innovations in engineering education.
Key highlights of our offerings include:

• ABET-accredited undergraduate programs (BS in Industrial and Systems Engineering, BS in Industrial Engineering Technology), graduate programs (MS in Engineering Management, MS in Systems Engineering), and an interdisciplinary PhD with a specialization in Healthcare Systems.
• Interdisciplinary research opportunities focusing on healthcare systems through research workshops, multidisciplinary symposiums, and networking opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling options, designed with working professionals in mind, to accommodate career advancement without compromising current commitments.
• Strategic location in metro Atlanta, a thriving hub for industry opportunities.

Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a pool of open rank, part-time and limited term faculty positions in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering for the academic year 2026-2027. These positions are on an as needed, semester-by-semester basis. Rank is determined at the time of hiring and will be commensurate with credentials. These positions are for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.
Responsibilities

• Teaching responsibilities include one or more undergraduate or graduate courses in industrial and systems engineering areas such as engineering economy, statistics, logistics, manufacturing, systems reliability, or systems analysis and design. Undergraduate courses are face-to-face or partially online and taught both in the day and evening. Graduate classes are fully online and taught in the evening.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
Required Qualifications
To teach undergraduate courses:

• A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in engineering, math or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire.

To teach graduate courses:

• A Terminal/Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in industrial and systems engineering or a related discipline is required at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience
• Prior teaching experience
• Professional Engineering License

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Sohyung Cho, Chair of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 470-578-7243, scho28@kennesaw.edu .
For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu .
For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu .
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest/