Salary: See Position Description
Location : Campus - To be determined by department, MI
Job Type: Adjunct Non-Credit
Job Number: 202301171
Department: Dean Engineering & Technology
Division: WCE-EAT
Opening Date: 04/15/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NA
Salary Range: $65.00 per hour
Position Level: n/a
Working Hours and/or Working Conditions: HOURS: Hours are based on the needs of the department.WORKING CONDITIONS:Part-time appointment with teaching load determined by departmental needs.Courses may include intensive, full-day sessions (up to 8 hours per day for 5 consecutive days).Must be able to meet instruction deadlines and institutional reporting requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Effective communication and instructional skills.Ability to work effectively with diverse learners in online, classroom, and lab environments.Commitment to academic excellence and success.
Supervision: SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the Director of Workforce Continuing Education-Engineering & Advanced Technology; takes direction from department administration. SUPERVISION GIVEN: May give direction to part-time lab staff as assigned.
Job FunctionThe Adjunct Instructor for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) delivers high-quality instruction in industrial automation, control systems, and PLC programming to support student learning and workforce readiness. The instructor will teach assigned courses, facilitate hands-on lab activities, assess student performance, and maintain an inclusive, supportive learning environment aligned with departmental and institutional goals.
Job Responsibilities- Deliver effective instruction in PLC fundamentals, ladder logic programming, industrial controls, and related automation topics.
- Provide hands-on demonstrations and supervise laboratory exercises using PLC hardware and software.
- Assess student learning through assignments, quizzes, exams, and practical demonstrations.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and course documentation.
- Support diverse learners by offering guidance, feedback, and academic assistance.
- Ensure safe operation of lab equipment and enforce all safety protocols.
- Collaborate with department leadership to maintain curriculum relevance and industry alignment.
EducationAssociate or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related Electrical/Electronic technology field. 5-10 years of demonstrated industry expertise working with PLCs.
Qualifications- Proficiency with Allen Bradley and at least one other major PLC platform (e.g., Siemens).
- Teaching experience at the college or technical-training level preferred.
- Experience with HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking, or robotics.
- Relevant industry certifications like Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA).
- Ability to teach intensive, full-day sessions (up to 8 hours per day for 5 consecutive days).
- Instruction delivered in both classroom and laboratory settings.
This position is not eligible for benefits.