Lecturer or Senior Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering

Lecturer or Senior Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering

The Leslie A. Rose Department of Mechanical Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track, faculty position at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level. Rank is dependent on qualifications and the record of the successful candidate. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

An earned PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, or an MS degree with substantial experience, is required. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in one of the following two areas: (1) manufacturing or (2) design theory and methodology. Applicants should indicate their area of interest in their cover letter.

The successful candidate will be a passionate engineering educator that teaches courses at the undergraduate level and participates in service-related activities. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. The anticipated start term is August 2026.

The Leslie A. Rose Department of Mechanical Engineering takes pride in its excellent educational programs and world-class research activities. The department received the 2023 ASME Donald Zwiep Award for Innovation in Mechanical Engineering Education for its cutting-edge project-based curriculum that is focused on product development that is infused throughout the four years of the curriculum. Supported by the Center of Excellence for Advanced Multidisciplinary Projects (CAMP), students compete in several ASME and SAE sponsored national/international competitions. The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering, and currently is home to 675 undergraduates and 75 graduate students.

To Apply: Applications must be made online at [Online Application]. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Review of applications will begin May 4, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.