Instructor: Product Design and Manufacturing

About the role

OSU-Cascades, a branch campus of Oregon State University in Bend, Oregon, is looking for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month fixed-term instructor in Mechanical Engineering - Product Design and Manufacturing (PD&M). The position anchors the local-delivery course slate for the PD&M option, which began its first cohort in Fall 2027 and focuses on manufacturing processes, product design, CAD/CAM, digital fabrication, materials selection and hands-on laboratory instruction. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Senior Associate Dean.

Key responsibilities

• Teach courses for the PD&M option, including the annual local-delivery course rotation, with emphasis on manufacturing processes, production engineering, design for manufacturing, CAD/CAM, digital fabrication and materials.
• Develop and refine courses within the OSU-Cascades curriculum.
• Advise and mentor PD&M-track students, supervise capstone and industry-partnered projects, and coordinate internships, experiential education and industry partnerships.
• Engage in scholarly and professional development, and take part in service activities such as committees and community engagement.

Required profile

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated professional experience in product design, manufacturing or product development, including CAD/CAM, machining, additive manufacturing, materials selection, design for manufacturing or production engineering.
• Hands-on experience with multiple manufacturing processes and readiness to teach in a hands-on, laboratory-focused engineering environment.
• Evidence of effective teaching, mentoring or technical training, and a commitment to supporting diverse learners.

Preferred qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree in a related engineering discipline.
• Industry experience in outdoor recreation, consumer products, additive manufacturing, prototyping or similar sectors.
• Experience teaching in a college or university setting and expertise in PD&M-relevant courses.
• Track record of collaboration with industry partners and experience in ABET-accredited programs.

Applications require a CV, a cover letter and a portfolio showing two dimensions of product design and manufacturing work. The application deadline is 12/28/26, and the posting closes at 11:59 pm the night before the end date. Salary range: $85,000-$95,000; anticipated start 2027-09-16 and end 2028-06-15.