Lecturer – Design, Drafting, and Manufacturing – USU Eastern

The Technology Design and Technical Education Department of Utah State University seeks candidates for a full-time academic-year (9-month) non-tenure-track term lecturer position in the Engineering Drafting and Design Technology (EDDT) certificate program. This position will be located in the School of Professional and Technical Education (SPTE) at Utah State University (USU) in the new academic year. The appointment is 95% teaching and 5% service.

It is anticipated that the individual selected for this faculty position will start in August of 2026. The successful candidate for this position will teach a variety of technical drafting Design and 3D modeling courses. As part of USUs land-grant mission to make academic programs accessible throughout the state this position will be based at the USU Eastern campus in Price Utah.

• The successful applicant will teach and support courses in the USU EDDT program with an emphasis on the Technical Certificate (TC). Instruction will focus on foundational drafting and technical design skills that prepare students for entry-level drafting careers.
• Course content includes technical sketching orthographic and pictorial projection scaling isometric drawings section views and the creation of clear standards-based technical drawings. Instruction may also introduce basic 2D and 3D modeling concepts emphasizing spatial reasoning design intent and creative problem-solving.
• The ideal candidate is comfortable teaching drafting fundamentals understands technical drawing standards and is familiar with common 2D/3D modeling software. Expertise in a specific software platform is not required.
• Courses may be delivered face-to-face via broadcast to statewide campuses or online. The position includes collaborating with program faculty teaching diverse student populations (including concurrent and non-traditional students) and participating in departmental and university service.

Minimum Requirements:

• Certificate of Completion (minimum 900-hour/30-credit or equivalent) in drafting modeling or design from a postsecondary institution.
• At least three years of industry or related experience where work is performed to recognized industry standards and is primarily focused on drafting and/or design.
• Up to one additional year of postsecondary education may be substituted for one year of qualifying work experience.
• SolidWorks CAD Design Associate (CSWA) credential or the ability to obtain the certification within one year of hire date.
• Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User (ACU) or the ability to obtain the certification within one year of hire date.
• Practical experience and/or certification in one of the following programs: AutoCAD SolidWorks Fusion 360 Revit Inventor Blender.
• In-depth understanding of drafting standards and conventions standardized by ASME Y14.2 and ASME Y14.5.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AS or AAS degree in drafting design or a very closely related field from an accredited school.
• Experience teaching drafting and design at a post-secondary level.
• CSWA.
• Experience with additive manufacturing.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Teaching-focused candidate who understands and is committed to the mission of USU Eastern.
• Willingness to work to improve instructional effectiveness and personal technical skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and an ability to build rapport with co-workers.
• A commitment to student success.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in written and oral communication interpersonal organizational and team-building skills.
• An ability to set specific departmental goals and develop related curriculum.
• Ability to work as a member of an instructional team; individual needs are subordinate to team goals.
• The ability to create 2D mechanical prints and 3D models from provided or existing objects.
• The ability to create 2D mechanical prints from 3D models and vice versa.

Along with the online application please attach:

• A current Resume/CV that includes education degrees and dates of completion employment dates and a description of responsibilities professional certifications and including dates and any awards professional memberships and drafting certifications you possess. This will be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
• A Cover Letter that effectively elaborates on your best qualifications for this position to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 1-10
• Unofficial electronic copy of transcripts to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 1-10
• A Teaching Philosophy statement (1-2 pages) that clearly and effectively communicates your personal teaching philosophy as it applies to the drafting industryto be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 1-10
• A list of three (3) professional references with contact information to be typed in at the beginning of your applicatation.

Other materials which would be helpful but are not required may include:

• Examples of prints and models created by the candidate
• Student evaluations or other evidence of quality teaching if you have previous teaching experience
• Applicants may choose to also provide other course materials such as sample syllabi course notes handouts or other teaching materials which show evidence of effective teaching.

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

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