Adjunct Faculty – MEMS Bachelors – Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing

Job Description

Lorain County Community College (LCCC) is seeking applicants for an adjunct faculty teaching classes related to high-volume printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing within the MEMS bachelor’s degree. The adjunct faculty will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Delivering on-campus lecture and hands‑on laboratories related to semiconductor manufacturing: operating and programming automated PCB manufacturing equipment such as stencil printing, surface mount technology (SMT) pick & place, and reflow.
• Operating and programming automated PCB inspection equipment such as solder paste inspection (SPI), automated optical inspection (AOI), and x‑ray inspection.
• Reworking Ball Grid Array (BGA) PCBs using semi‑automated rework equipment and x‑ray inspection.
• Designing a PCB using Altium Design software, including a PCB containing a microcontroller that is capable of being programmed within a class.
• Working with the coordinator to optimize delivery of lab and lecture content.
• Performing setup, operation, teardown, shutdown, and cleanup of all equipment, materials, and tooling used in MEMS bachelor’s high‑volume PCB labs and design labs.
• Grading quizzes, homework, and exams using Canvas.
• Working with LCCC administration and staff for extracurricular events such as tours or live demonstrations.

Required qualifications:

• Attained or in pursuit of a Bachelor of Engineering or Applied Science in an appropriate field related to semiconductors (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Technology, Industrial, etc.) in addition to at least 3 years of work experience in a field related to microelectronic manufacturing. If a candidate is in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree then they must be actively taking a minimum of six credit hours per semester at the bachelor’s level.
• Hands‑on experience in high‑volume automated PCB manufacturing, high‑volume automated PCB inspection equipment, and Altium Design software.
• Able to work a flexible schedule from 9 AM – 9 PM on campus.
• Able to use a computer with Microsoft Windows, Office, and Teams. Able to be trained on and use high‑volume PCB manufacturing equipment.
• Excellent communication and organization skills with the ability to learn quickly. Comfortable and nimble at multitasking in a dynamic educational environment.

Preferred qualifications:

• Attained a Master’s degree or beyond in a related field – Engineering, technology, industrial, etc.
• 5+ years experience working in a manufacturing environment and ESD preventative environment.
• 5+ years experience teaching in a related field.
• Experience working in Lean manufacturing environment and participated in PFMEA.
• Attained IPC J‑STD‑001 solder certificate and IPC A‑610 certificate.

The complete application file should include a cover letter detailing area(s) of expertise, an updated curriculum vitae (CV), unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and the contact information of three professional references. Incomplete files will not be considered. Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Candidate selected will be required to complete a background check prior to being hired.

• Job Identification 1547
• Job Category Faculty Part‑time
• Posting Date 08/28/2024, 07:24 PM
• Job Schedule Part‑time
• Locations 1005 N Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035, US