Faculty - Lecturer, Non-Tenure Track - Transportation Technologies

Position Announcement

The Department of Applied Engineering and Transportation Technologies ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) invites applications for a lecturer position in Transportation Technologies to begin August 1, 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to a comprehensive instructional department that includes on-highway automotive, diesel, off-highway equipment, and stationary power systems.

The transportation technologies lecturer teaches undergraduate theory and hands‑on lab courses in the Automotive and Diesel Mechanics Technology curriculum. Areas of assignment may include, but are not limited to, automotive and diesel electrical/electric systems; hybrid and electric vehicle (HEV/EV) systems and high‑voltage; stationary power and generator systems; hydraulics, HVAC, and auxiliary systems; and diagnostics and service procedures using modern tools and instrumentation.

The faculty member attends and participates in department meetings and may serve on department committees related to their area of expertise and teaching.

Utah Valley University places a strong emphasis on teaching. Faculty members are expected to develop a learning environment and activities that help students achieve their learning objectives. UVU encourages applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

The department offers programs in transportation technologies, collision repair, and diesel mechanics.

The department will accept all qualified applications but is particularly interested in applicants with strength and expertise in electrical systems, hybrid/EV technologies, and stationary power (generator) systems.

UVU offers an excellent benefits package, which includes a generous leave policy, 12 paid holidays, affordable medical and dental insurance options, life and AD&D insurance, a tuition waiver (undergraduate resident) for employees and dependents, and a substantial employer contribution to a retirement plan.

• Frequent talking, hearing, sitting, walking, and standing.
• Frequent use of fine‑hand manipulation associated with the use of a computer.

• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
• Serves the department by attending departmental meetings and serving on department committees related to their area of expertise and teaching.

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor’s degree in Automotive, Diesel, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field.
• Relevant industry experience in automotive, diesel, hydraulic, electrical, hybrid/EV, or generator systems.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, communicate, and engage learners effectively.

• Experience with DC and AC electrical diagnostics, high‑voltage safety, or power generation systems.
• ASE certifications.
• AED certifications.
• Certifications related to electrical/EV systems.
• Certifications related to power generation.
• A minimum of three years of relevant industry experience in automotive, diesel, hydraulic, electrical, hybrid/EV, or generator systems.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy

• Letter of Recommendation

• Electrical wiring practices, schematics, safety standards, and applicable codes.
• DC and AC electrical systems, including three‑phase power.
• Generators, transformers, contractors, relays, semiconductors, sensors, and associated control systems.
• Hybrid and electric vehicle systems, high‑voltage safety, and advanced vehicle electronics.
• Mobile and stationary diesel and natural gas generator systems.
• PLC programming, instrumentation, and industrial controls.
• Hydraulic…