Open Rank Professor in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a Carnegie R1 Opportunity and Community-Engaged university at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border region that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health culture education and economy of the community we serve. UTEP enrolls more than 26000 students 84% of whom are Hispanic and half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. UTEP offers 169 bachelors masters and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access top-tier research university in America.

Located at the westernmost tip of Texas El Paso is set against the backdrop of the Franklin Mountains and the Chihuahuan Desert in one of the largest binational communities in the world. A family-oriented community that is one of the safest large cities in the U.S. the cost of living in El Paso is very reasonable with an average home value of $224000 in 2025 and Texas has no state income 2026 U.S. News and World report named El Paso the best big city to live in the nation. The regions rich culture includes a vibrant street art and mural scene art galleries a new childrens museum and science center the states longest-running symphony orchestra and a full schedule of seasonal events and festivals. Sports fans will enjoy Division I college athletics Triple-A baseball affiliate El Paso Chihuahuas and professional soccer team El Paso Locomotive FC and outdoor enthusiasts will be drawn to year-round hiking mountain biking and rock climbing in nearby state and national parks.

The Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering offers ABET-accredited B.S. programs in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering M.S. programs in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering and a Ph.D. program in Mechanical Engineering as well as a graduate certificate in 3D Engineering and Additive Fall 2025 the department enrolled 1735 students including 1590 undergraduates 75 masters students and 70 doctoral students. The departmenthas an active collaborative research culture and strong engagement of graduate students. Faculty have access to extensive research infrastructure and interdisciplinary partnerships including the Aerospace Center the W.M. Keck Center for 3D Innovation and the Advanced Manufacturing and Aerospace Center. The new approximately 93000-square-foot $80 million Advanced Manufacturing and Aerospace Center expands laboratories teaching spaces and collaboration opportunities in advanced manufacturing aerospace systems materials autonomy and related fields.

The Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for two Mechanical Engineering faculty positions beginning in Fall 2027. The successful candidates will establish or expand nationally recognized externally funded research programs; teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels; mentor students; contribute to departmental and university service; and collaborate across disciplinary boundaries. Candidates in the listed primary emphasis areas are particularly encouraged to apply but all areas of mechanical engineering will be considered. The senior appointment is intended for a scholar with a sustained record of research leadership who can help anchor major collaborative initiatives mentor junior faculty and students and lead center-scale or multi-investigator proposals for all areas of mechanical engineering; particular interest in autonomy advanced materials and manufacturing. The assistant professor appointment is intended for an emerging scholar with a compelling research vision and strong potential for externally funded scholarship for all areas of mechanical engineering; particular interest in energy materials semiconductor materials and advanced manufacturing.

Assistant Professor

• An earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field by the anticipated start date.
• Evidence of research achievement and strong potential to develop an externally funded research program.
• Potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and student mentoring.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and service to the department university and profession.

Associate or Full Professor

• An earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field and qualifications appropriate for appointment at the rank of associate or full professor at UTEP.
• A sustained record of nationally or internationally recognized scholarship and externally funded research.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching graduate-student mentoring and professional service.
• Evidence of research leadership collaborative program development and the ability to mentor faculty and students.

In keeping with its access excellence and impact mission The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open diverse and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents respects the differences and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex religion age disability genetic information veteran status or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employees or prospective employees right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator who can be reached by phone at by email at or by mail at 500 W. University Ave. El Paso TX Kelly Hall Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities please contact UTEPs Equal Opportunity Office at .

To the extent that this position involves research work or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48 being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter describing their interest in the position and alignment with UTEPs mission; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of research accomplishments and future plans; (4) a statement of teaching philosophy and interests; and (5) names and contact information for at least three professional of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Questions about these searches may be directed to James P. Carney Ph.D. Search Committee Chair at .