Adjunct Instructor Daytime in-person Power Engineering Labs Future Opportunities
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Job Summary
Continuing Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) at SAIT offers a wide range of programs designed to support lifelong learning career advancement (through reskilling and upskilling) and customized talent development solutions for corporations. Join a team passionate about building lifelong learning opportunities that help people in Calgary and around the globe navigate the changing world of work.
The Role
We are currently looking to grow our pool of Power Engineering Instructors to facilitate daytime in-person deliveries of 4th Class and 5th Class Power Engineering Labs. These labs typically run Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and are typically offered consistently over the Fall and Winter semesters (September through April)*. Our 5th Class (100-hour) lab typically runs 2.5 weeks in length while our 4th Class (200-hour) lab typically runs 5 weeks in length. These courses are built to suit a diverse learner population ranging from students upgrading foreign credentials to those changing careers learners are mature focused and want to be challenged.
*Note: We are currently building our talent pool for potential contracts during the 2026-2027 Academic Year. This is a casual contract. Hours are not guaranteed; candidates who are successful in joining the pool will only be contacted if a teaching opportunity becomes available.
The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced Power Engineering professional who values flexibility and enjoys contributing to the development of future engineers. This role is wellsuited to individuals who can commit to fulltime availability during key periods of the academic year while appreciating the freedom of a casual contract outside those times.
The successful candidate will bring:
Industry Experience: Practical handson knowledge of Power Engineering operations safety procedures and equipment.
Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work closely with fellow instructors and support staff in fostering a safe engaging and effective learning environment.
Strong Communication Skills: Clear professional communication when guiding students coordinating with colleagues and supporting lab activities.
Flexibility: Comfort working on a yearly casual schedule without benefits with availability to take on fulltime hours during designated instructional periods.
StudentCentered Approach: A genuine interest in mentoring and supporting learners as they build technical competence and confidence.
Adaptability and Initiative: Willingness to support evolving program needs new technologies and innovative teaching approaches.
During each engagement the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Presenting lessons lectures assignments quizzes exams lab activities and lab demonstrations for learners if applicable given the course outline
- Maintaining records for the purposes of grading assessing professionalism and tracking attendance in both theory and lab classes if given the course outline
- Managing the classroom or lab to ensure a positive learning environment
- Showing personal interest in the learner and create a climate conducive to optimal learning
- Providing on-going support guidance and advice to students
- Showing strong collaboration and communication skills with other instructors as required
- Attending all SAIT training as required
- Achieving of School initiatives and Objectives
- Being an active and engaged member of the School
- Adhering to all safety legislation guidelines procedures and safety standardsas required for all face-to-face facilitation
- Maintaining contact with relevant industry sectors
- All other duties as required for the position
Qualifications
- Valid 1st 2nd or 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate registered with ABSA
- 5 years of relevant industry experience working as a Power Engineer in a 2nd or 1st class plant with a focus on specific areas including: operation of boilers turbines refrigeration systems pressure vessels heat exchangers and other industrial equipment
- Well-developed presentation and communication skills (written and oral)
- Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word Outlook PowerPoint and Excel
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills
- Customer service focus and strong relationship building skills
- Demonstrates flexibility in adapting to changing priorities and working effectively with diverse teams
- Previous teaching experience is an asset
- Equivalent combinations of education and industry experience may be considered
Job location: Calgary AB
Job classification: Adjunct Instructor
Posting closing date: Ongoing posting for future opportunities
About SAIT
At SAIT were building bold futures. Were a community of tenacious problem-solvers inventive thinkers and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.
Named one of Albertas Top Employers were driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If youre looking for a place where purpose meets possibility youve found it here.
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