Angelo State University
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing & AI)
Angelo State University, San Angelo, Texas, us, 76902
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing & AI)
Special Instructions
1. In the Teaching Philosophy document (2‑page maximum) applicants should discuss how they would incorporate ASU’s core values in their teaching, research, and service work.
2. In the required “Other Document” (2‑page maximum), applicants should provide a research prospective including how they include undergraduate students in their research program.
Position Information Job Title: Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing & AI)
Position Number: 997472
Department: David L. Hirschfeld Department of Engineering
Salary: $92,000
Remote: No
Job Summary/Description The David L. Hirschfeld Department of Engineering is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to teach and develop curricula for a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses. The department currently hosts a BSME and BSCE program and is in the process of developing an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering program.
The teaching responsibilities will encompass both lecture and laboratory settings, covering topics such as advanced manufacturing, computational design methods for metal additive manufacturing, robotics and automation in manufacturing, and AI and machine learning applications in manufacturing.
In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded scholarly research program, conduct cutting‑edge research in the aforementioned fields, and secure funding to support these initiatives.
Advising undergraduate students and assisting with various student club activities will also be key aspects of this role.
The successful candidate will also serve on committees and provide other services to the department, college, and university.
Angelo State is a teaching‑focused institution and member of the Texas Tech University System. The department hosts both a civil engineering and mechanical engineering program. The mechanical engineering department began in fall 2019.
This is a full‑time, tenure‑track, nine‑month Assistant Professor position.
Typical Duties/Job Duties
Participate in developing an integrated mechanical engineering master’s degree curriculum.
Actively support development of a culturally responsive engineering curriculum.
Teach, develop, and continuously improve undergraduate and graduate courses and labs to support the curriculum.
Develop and outfit labs, serving as coordinator for current and new manufacturing laboratories.
Participate in assessment efforts to support curricular development and maintain ABET accreditation.
Develop a program of scholarly activities consistent with the candidate’s interests and university objectives.
Seek outside funding for scholarly activities and research.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to create active, innovative student learning environments.
Ability to effectively apply technology to improve student learning.
Ability to perform formative and summative assessment of student learning and apply results to improve student learning.
Ability to create environments conducive to academic success.
Ability to apply and/or conduct engineering education research.
Ability to develop an ongoing research program involving both undergraduate and graduate students.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
Effective communication, teamwork, and planning skills.
Demonstrated teaching excellence commensurate with level of appointment.
Record of or potential for scholarly work commensurate with level of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications (No specific preferred qualifications listed.)
Physical Requirements (None specified.)
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
ADA Accommodation Statement In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942‑2168 or email us at
hr@angelo.edu .
Posting Information Posting Number: F353P
Open Date: 10/27/2025
Close Date: (Not specified)
Desired Start Date: 08/01/2026
Review Start Date: 01/05/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants 1. In the Teaching Philosophy document (2‑page maximum) applicants should discuss how they would incorporate ASU’s core values in their teaching, research, and service work.
2. In the required “Other Document” (2‑page maximum), applicants should provide a research prospective including how they include undergraduate students in their research program.
Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
Other
Optional Documents
Transcripts (Unofficial)
List of References
#J-18808-Ljbffr
2. In the required “Other Document” (2‑page maximum), applicants should provide a research prospective including how they include undergraduate students in their research program.
Position Information Job Title: Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing & AI)
Position Number: 997472
Department: David L. Hirschfeld Department of Engineering
Salary: $92,000
Remote: No
Job Summary/Description The David L. Hirschfeld Department of Engineering is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to teach and develop curricula for a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses. The department currently hosts a BSME and BSCE program and is in the process of developing an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering program.
The teaching responsibilities will encompass both lecture and laboratory settings, covering topics such as advanced manufacturing, computational design methods for metal additive manufacturing, robotics and automation in manufacturing, and AI and machine learning applications in manufacturing.
In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded scholarly research program, conduct cutting‑edge research in the aforementioned fields, and secure funding to support these initiatives.
Advising undergraduate students and assisting with various student club activities will also be key aspects of this role.
The successful candidate will also serve on committees and provide other services to the department, college, and university.
Angelo State is a teaching‑focused institution and member of the Texas Tech University System. The department hosts both a civil engineering and mechanical engineering program. The mechanical engineering department began in fall 2019.
This is a full‑time, tenure‑track, nine‑month Assistant Professor position.
Typical Duties/Job Duties
Participate in developing an integrated mechanical engineering master’s degree curriculum.
Actively support development of a culturally responsive engineering curriculum.
Teach, develop, and continuously improve undergraduate and graduate courses and labs to support the curriculum.
Develop and outfit labs, serving as coordinator for current and new manufacturing laboratories.
Participate in assessment efforts to support curricular development and maintain ABET accreditation.
Develop a program of scholarly activities consistent with the candidate’s interests and university objectives.
Seek outside funding for scholarly activities and research.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to create active, innovative student learning environments.
Ability to effectively apply technology to improve student learning.
Ability to perform formative and summative assessment of student learning and apply results to improve student learning.
Ability to create environments conducive to academic success.
Ability to apply and/or conduct engineering education research.
Ability to develop an ongoing research program involving both undergraduate and graduate students.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
Effective communication, teamwork, and planning skills.
Demonstrated teaching excellence commensurate with level of appointment.
Record of or potential for scholarly work commensurate with level of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications (No specific preferred qualifications listed.)
Physical Requirements (None specified.)
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
ADA Accommodation Statement In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942‑2168 or email us at
hr@angelo.edu .
Posting Information Posting Number: F353P
Open Date: 10/27/2025
Close Date: (Not specified)
Desired Start Date: 08/01/2026
Review Start Date: 01/05/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants 1. In the Teaching Philosophy document (2‑page maximum) applicants should discuss how they would incorporate ASU’s core values in their teaching, research, and service work.
2. In the required “Other Document” (2‑page maximum), applicants should provide a research prospective including how they include undergraduate students in their research program.
Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
Other
Optional Documents
Transcripts (Unofficial)
List of References
#J-18808-Ljbffr