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Lecturer - Department of Mechanical Engineering

Walter Sisulu University
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
East London, South Africa

Introduction

Applications are hereby invited for the following position based in Buffalo City Campus.

Duties & Responsibilities

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

 LECTURER: PERMANENT(P-08)

REF NO: WSU-BCC-FEBEIT 04/2026/07 

The Lecturer will be responsible for teaching and mentoring of students within the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The incumbent reports to the HoD in respect of the key performance areas listed hereunder.

Key Performance Areas: 

  • Offer tuition to students on Strength of Materials within Diploma and Advanced Diploma programmes as offered by the department of Mechanical Engineering.
  • Coordinate all student programmes within the department as per the required standard operating requirements.
  • Develop and improve on the curriculum content of the teaching materials and also the student module guide (SMG) for the subject/modules taught in line with industry trends and HEQSF requirements.
  • Prepare, regularly update curricula and course material for lecturers in accordance with SAQA, CHE, and DHET requirements and maintain quality assurance.
  • Participate in departmental activities as required, including research, continuous professional development, Community engagement, partnerships, and collaboration strengthening.
  • Contribute towards Faculty and Departmental research initiates.
  • Contribute to Academic citizenship and provide Faculty and University service.
  • Assist with Academic administration and Quality Assurance initiatives.
  • Liaise with industry including consultation work / collaborative research and other community service projects / engagements;
  • Performing and carrying delegated administrative duties of the department.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications:

  • A Master’s degree in Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering.
  • A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) or Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering.
  • Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is an added advantage.

 Experience

  • A minimum of two year’s lecturing mechanical engineering at a higher education institution or industry experience.
  • Candidates who have a record of research publication output will have an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies required

  • Applied knowledge of Mechanical Engineering design applications within field of expertise
  • Computer literate and applied knowledge of MS Office software applications including MS Project
  • Professional/Technical experience in the mechanical and construction industry
  • Be able to maintain professional relations between lecturers and students
  • Good end-user computer skills and knowledge of technology-assisted teaching
  • Sound interpersonal relationship
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player
  • Good Communication skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-driven and lifelong learner
  • Excellent preparation and organizational skills
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Ability to conduct research
 

NB: All SUBMISSIONS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED IN ONE SCANNED PDF DOCUMENT.

Applications, which should contain a completed WSU application form obtainable at www.wsu.ac.za/vacancies and comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of required qualifications, detailed academic record (with University stamp), abstract of Masters thesis (if applicable), identity document and contact details of three referees,

Closing Date: 13 May 2026                                                                                                                                      

Applicants who have not been informed about the outcome of their application within two months from the closing date may regard their application as having been unsuccessful. Late applications will not be accepted.

WSU is committed to Employment Equity and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply