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OBU is a distinguished Christian university committed to integrating faith and learning. We strive to provide an education that fosters intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a commitment to service. Our Mechanical Engineering Department is dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and industry engagement, with a particular focus on undergraduate education, hands-on learning, and project-based experiences in a Christ-centered, liberal arts context. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Professor to join our faculty. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, significant industry experience, and a commitment to Christian values, with demonstrated or emerging excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring. This position involves teaching undergraduate courses, participating in scholarly activities, and mentoring students.
Job Responsibility:
Teach a variety of mechanical engineering courses at the undergraduate level including Control Systems, Advanced Control Systems, Robotics and Mechatronics, as well as additional courses in the mechanical engineering curriculum as departmental needs arise
Develop and implement innovative teaching methods that integrate faith and learning, including project-based learning, laboratory experiences, and the use of appropriate educational technology
Mentor and advise students on academic and career goals, including their spiritual and professional formation as Christian engineers
Collaborate with industry partners to enhance the practical learning experience for students and to help maintain an industry-informed curriculum
Contribute to departmental and university service activities such as ABET accreditation, curriculum and program development, and student recruitment
Remain current in their field by participating in scholarly activities and being active in professional organizations
Engage in collaboration with faculty in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and other STEM disciplines to support interdisciplinary learning and projects
Uphold and promote the Christian mission and values of the university
Assist with purchasing large equipment
Requirements:
Demonstrated ability to teach mechanical engineering courses effectively at the undergraduate level, particularly in control systems, robotics/mechatronics, and related areas
Ability to thoughtfully integrate Christian faith with the theory and practice of engineering
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a small, team-oriented department and to build constructive relationships with students, staff, faculty, and industry partners
Organizational and time-management skills sufficient to balance teaching, advising, and service responsibilities
Commitment to mentoring students from diverse backgrounds and experiences
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
Strong commitment to integrating Christian faith with academic excellence
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students
Active involvement in a Christian church and alignment with the university’s statement of faith
Must be a member of a local evangelical* Christian church
Nice to have:
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
Demonstrated excellence in teaching
5 or more years of industry experience in mechanical engineering
Professional Engineering license
Experience in curriculum development and academic program assessment
Involvement in professional engineering organizations
ABET accreditation experience
What we offer:
Premium contributions for nationwide family-friendly Health and Dental coverages
Free life insurance that includes accidental death and dismemberment equal to an employee’s base salary
Access to optional employee-paid ancillary benefits like vision, hospitalization, critical illness, accident, additional employee-paid family life insurance coverages, and education benefits at OBU and other institutions of higher education
Generous paid time off that includes annual granted vacation time, accrued sick leave, six annual holidays, and week-long breaks for Thanksgiving and Christmas that include energy conservation days
Employer matching opportunity for retirement investments in a 403(b)(9) plan administered by Guide Stone
FREE family membership to the OBU Recreation and Wellness Center or RAWC