Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position - Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Western New England University invites applications for an immediate opening for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field with expertise in one of the following areas: Mechatronics/Control Systems, Aerospace, Machine Design, or closely related fields. Industry experience is a plus.  The successful candidate is expected to teach courses at all levels (3/3 load or 18 credits per year), pursue scholarly and externally funded research activities, supervise undergraduate and graduate projects (including PhD), support our innovative first-year engineering program, and provide service to the department and college.

We seek outstanding candidates with demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, research, mentoring, and service. The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Show strong commitment to teaching excellence and student mentorship
• Develop an externally funded research program in their area of expertise
• Supervise student research at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Establish collaborative relations with local/national industries through industry-sponsored research and projects
• Contribute to curriculum development and accreditation activities
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and professional community

The preferred start date for the position is the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester but applications for later start dates will also be considered.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants are requested to submit an application package containing the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vita
3. Statement of teaching and research interests
4. Three references (Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses)

Western New England University offers a vibrant undergraduate mechanical engineering program that emphasizes industrially relevant research and design. Additionally, the ME department hosts active Master of Science and PhD programs. The department prides itself on delivering high-quality hands-on engineering education while providing strong mentorship to students. The ME department maintains strong relationships with regional and national industries. For more information about the department, visit: https://wne.edu/academics/undergraduate/mechanical-engineering.cfm

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England University serves 3,674 students, including 2,543 full-time undergraduate students, 73 part-time undergraduate students, and 1,058 graduate and professional students. Undergraduate, graduate and professional programs are offered through the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Pharmacy and the School of Law. For more information about the University, visit our website at https://wne.edu/

Western New England University offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 403b retirement plan, and tuition remission. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES: 

Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field with expertise in one of the following areas: Mechatronics/Control Systems, Aerospace, Machine Design, or closely related fields. Industry experience is a plus.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

Candidates for this position must have a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.

Western New England University is committed to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging by acknowledging and embracing diversity of thought, opinion, and approach with colleagues regardless of background, culture, and organizational level. WNE encourages diversity in our job applicants to ensure the best culture and work outcomes.