Assistant​/Associate Professor - Engineering Technology - AY 27​/28

Assistant/Associate Professor – Engineering Technology – AY 27/28

The Engineering Technology Department in the College of Engineering at the Cal Poly Solano Campus of California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) invites applications for a full‑time, academic‑year, tenure‑track faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank beginning approximately August 12, 2027. Rank at hire is commensurate with the experience and education of the successful candidate.

Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship that supports a curriculum centered on a “Learn by Doing” philosophy and focused on preparing graduates to make a positive impact on their world day one. Cal Poly is committed to the teacher‑scholar model. As teachers, faculty members are expected to exhibit strong pedagogical skills and remain proficient and current in their disciplines.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate level courses and support and expand curricular development in Engineering Technology, Engineering Plant Operations, and Sea Training. As scholars, faculty should be engaged in professional development of high quality as evidenced by external peer review. As colleagues, faculty are encouraged to perform service activities at all levels of the University. This is a full‑time tenure‑track teaching position and will require future participation in the Cal Poly Maritime Academy summer sea training in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the cruise faculty MOU.

• Instruction of marine and facilities engineering technology coursework in classrooms, laboratories, simulators, or aboard the training ship. Curricula taught may include:
  • Steam, Diesel, or Turbine Power Generation
  • Ship Propulsion Simulation
  • Electrical Systems
  • HVAC
  • Refrigeration
  • Introduction to Marine Engineering
  • Plant Operations
  • Other fundamental engineering courses associated with the Engineering Technology program
• Student advising in the Marine Engineering Technology and Facilities Engineering Technology programs.
• Professional development activities that advance knowledge within an engineering field.
• Service in department and campus‑wide academic and administrative teams and committees.
• Future annual participation as an instructional faculty member and/or engineering watch officer aboard the Training Ship Golden State.

Rank and salary will be commensurate with education, experience, and USCG licensure (if any) of the individual selected. Qualified candidates with industry experience are encouraged to apply. Anticipated hiring ranges:
Assistant Professor: $106,000–$117,000 and Associate Professor: $114,000–$126,000 per year.

A minimum earned bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology (marine, mechanical, electrical, naval, or industrial), or a closely related field from an accredited institution or international equivalent is required for appointment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, effective communication, and interpersonal skills, and must have the ability to work effectively with students, staff, and faculty. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to develop an externally funded, applied research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students, and partnerships with key stakeholders. Demonstrated experience and commitment to hands‑on, student‑centered learning and teaching, as well as demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings, are required.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with a strong interest in undergraduate and graduate teaching, are required. Demonstrated proficiency in the written and oral use of the English language is required.

Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated excellence in university‑level teaching and research (commensurate with time since degree), experience with laboratory‑based instruction, and/or industry experience. Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment is preferred.

Preference will be…