Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering

Western Kentucky University • Bowling Green, KY • 5h ago

Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Faculty Posted On: Mon Sep 8 2025 Job Description:

The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Western Kentucky University seeks to fill a nine-month, tenure-eligible faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Program. The position is expected to begin August 17, 2026. Depending on circumstances, it may be possible to begin in January 2026. WKU is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity in undergraduate engineering education and professional engagement with regional industry. For a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor position, the areas of priority and specialization include thermo-fluids and mechanical systems. However, candidates from other related areas will also be considered.

The ideal candidate will be able to guide students on projects and will have a strong interest in creating and expanding existing external collaborations, including performing applied research on meaningful industry-sponsored projects and participating in multi-disciplinary faculty initiatives. The ideal candidate will have the ability to teach across the mechanical engineering curriculum and offer specialized electives in their area of expertise.

The ABET accredited, baccalaureate-only mechanical engineering program integrates project-based design experiences throughout the curriculum, with all faculty contributing to this effort. The program is committed to producing graduates who are well prepared for the start of productive, successful careers as engineers.

Academic and professional mentoring of students, as well as service activities at all levels of the university are expected. In addition to pedagogical contributions, the successful candidate will be expected to develop a scholarly program with appropriate student engagement.

Candidates with relevant professional engineering experience are encouraged to apply and must be capable and willing to fully participate in the project-based learning environment and be dedicated to excellence in teaching. The responsibilities of this position include teaching, developing and maintaining professional applied scholarship in area of expertise, advising, and service that are to be conducted within the @context of the University, School, and Program Mission Statements. The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Promotion, Tenure, and Post-Tenure Review policies describe the professional and academic qualifications necessary for our program.

The successful candidate must be committed to helping undergraduate students grow into engineers and be dedicated to working in the labs and design centers on projects with students consistently. All engineering faculty must obtain and then maintain professional engineering licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Job Requirements:

Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering or closely related with specialization to include thermo-fluids, mechanical systems or a related area of study.

A professional engineering license in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or the ability to obtain professional engineering licensure prior to application for tenure and/or promotion.

Additional Information:

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

Similar Jobs

2026 Summer Intern - Manufacturing Controls Engineer

General Motors • Bowling Green, KY • 6d ago

IT & Engineering

Job Description GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, EN...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Lead Analyst, Data (Remote)

Molina Healthcare • Bowling Green, KY • 1w ago

IT & Engineering

Job Description Job Summary Designs and implements processes and solutions associated with a wide variety of data sets used for data/text mining, analysis, modeling, and predicting to enable informed business decisions....

1w ago

Go to Apply

Analyst, Business Quality (Remote)

Molina Healthcare • Bowling Green, KY • 2w ago

IT & Engineering

Job Description Job Summary Assist business teams with developing requirements for major projects of considerable complexity, prepares system design specifications, conducts research to resolve customer initiated issues...

2w ago

Go to Apply

Sales Manager - Wireless (55001)

Acosta Group • Bowling Green, KY • 6h ago

Management & Administrative

DESCRIPTION Drive sales through personalized wireless solutions and customer education. Premium Retail Services operates in more than 1200 Walmart Supercenter locations across North America, with a dedicated sales team o...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Sales Associate

LUXOTTICA OF AMERICA INC • Bowling Green, KY • 13h ago

Sales & Marketing

Requisition ID:896314 Store #:005286 Sunglass Hut Position:Seasonal/Temporary Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive InformationAt Sunglass Hut, we're always in the sun. You'll find a dynamic space with endless possibilities t...

13h ago

Go to Apply

AVP, Medicare Duals Optimization (REMOTE)

Molina Healthcare • Bowling Green, KY • 20h ago

Job Description Job Summary Provides leadership to a team that is responsible for strategy, process improvements, and operational support to advance the goals and objectives of the Integrated Duals program. Supports inte...

20h ago

Go to Apply

Psychiatrist

Valor Healthcare, Inc. • Bowling Green, KY • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

Valor Healthcare, Inc.Description:Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Psychiatrist to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Bowling Green, KY. In exchange for your dedication and exper...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Phlebotomist

HCA Healthcare • Bowling Green, KY • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Phlebotomi...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Driver in Training

Waste Connections • Bowling Green, KY • 3d ago

Waste Connections will pay for all costs associated with obtaining your CDL and pay you while you learn! In this role, you will work alongside experienced CDL drivers, Driver Trainers, and Operations Supervisors to learn...

3d ago

Go to Apply

Restaurant Associate

Atrium Hospitality • Bowling Green, KY • 3d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Hotel : Bowling Green Holiday Inn 1021 Wilkinson Trace Bowling Green, KY 42103 Full time Compensation Range : $10.00 - $10.50 Hourly Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills,...

3d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.