About this role
University College Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in Manufacturing and Automation. This role is ideal for an academic or industry expert who is passionate about shaping the future workforce in advanced and technology-driven engineering sectors.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience or research interests in areas such as advanced manufacturing processes, automated production systems, robotics, Industry 4.0 technologies, digital manufacturing, materials processing, CAD/CAM, or related fields. Our Engineering department benefits from modern, industry-standard facilities, including laboratories for:
- Smart factory and Industry 4.0 applications
- Robotics, pneumatics, and hydraulics
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and automation
- Microprocessors and embedded control technologies
About the Role
You will play a key role in planning, developing, and delivering inspiring and inclusive learning opportunities for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will contribute to modules in areas such as:
- Mechanical and manufacturing engineering
- Advanced/automated/digital manufacturing and production systems
- Robotics, control systems, and automation
- CAD/CAM and digital engineering
- Industry 4.0 technologies and related technical subjects
You will also support learners through project supervision, academic guidance, and engagement activities, helping them to achieve their personal and professional goals.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about engineering and education, eager to contribute to curriculum development, and keen to join a dynamic and collaborative academic team.
Qualifications & Experience
We welcome applicants from academic and industrial backgrounds. You should have:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, or a closely related discipline (essential)
- A postgraduate qualification (Master’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant area (essential)
- Relevant industry or research experience in manufacturing, automation, robotics, Industry 4.0 or related fields.
A teaching qualification and/or professional body membership (IMechE, IET, Advance HE) is advantageous or can be gained once in post.
Benefits
- Generous allocation of annual leave
- 38 days’ paid leave per year
- 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
- Excellent Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Employer Contributions – 28.6%
- Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
- Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
- Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
- Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
- A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology home and cycle.
- Free on-site gym membership
Closing Date: 29 November 2026
Interview Date: 16 December 2026
How to apply
Please click 'Apply’ to be redirected to our website, where you can download an application pack.
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