Job Description

Direct Reporting Line:
Head of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
Emeris consolidates resources and expertise from IIE Varsity College, IIE MSA, IIE-Vega School, and IIE School of Hospitality & Service Management, with a unified approach ensuring a consistent standard of excellence in teaching, learning, and student support.
Emeris (insert Campus) has a vacancy for a Part Time- Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering in the following fields:
Electrical and Electronic Engineering

• Advanced Analogue Electronics

The purpose of this module is to equip students with the skills to perform analysis, design and performance of advanced analogue circuits used in engineering.

• Advanced Power Systems

The module covers the principles, methods and application of power storage, transmission and distribution to prepare students for real-world applications of electrical power storage, transmission and distribution, and grid stability.

• Computer Networks

The purpose of this module is to advance the students' knowledge of computer networks to apply network design or the use of networks in engineering applications.

• Data Communications

The purpose of this module is to master the fundamentals of data transmission systems to analyse, design and assess data transmission networks.

• Electrical Machines

The purpose of this module is to further develop the knowledge and skills of the students in electrical machines and power sources to solve complex equipment problems.

• High Voltage Engineering

The purpose of this module is to further develop the students' knowledge of and skills in high voltage in Engineering to solve complex problems relating to high voltage equipment.

• Image Processing

The purpose of this module is to further develop mathematical skills to interpret, restore, and re-organise image processing in a real-world application.

• Instrumentation and Measurement

The purpose of this module is for students to be able to demonstrate competence to design and conduct investigations and experiments. Through the selection process and specifying instrumentation, students will define measurement test procedures and interpret test results.

• Power Systems

The purpose of this module is to advance the students' knowledge of power systems in order to design power transition lines and perform fault calculations.
Mechanical Engineering

• Dynamic Behaviour of Fluids

The purpose of this module is to advance the understanding of fluid dynamic behaviour under varying flow conditions by analysing the design and performance requirements of fluid-driven turbomachinery to model and analyse turbulent flows.

• Maintenance and Reliability Management

The purpose of this module is to provide students with knowledge and skills in the maintenance and reliability of the performance of production machinery in order to solve complex problems in given scenarios.

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in refrigeration and air conditioning to solve problems in given scenarios.

• Strength of Material under Complex Loading Conditions

The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in order to create safe designs for complex loading conditions the strength of materials.
Shared between Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering

• Basic accounting and Analysis

The purpose of this module is to provide students with an understanding of the key principles in accounting, costing, and finance required for decision making in Engineering.

• Electromagnetic Theory

The purpose of this module is to enhance the students' knowledge of the concepts, theories, and principles of electrostatic, magnetostatic, and electromagnetic fields.

• Financial Management for Engineers

The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in financial management to evaluate different financial management concepts in an engineering environment.

• Fundamental Principles in Machine Dynamics

The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and skills in the fundamental principles of n kinematics and kinetics particles and rigid bodies in 2D and 3D space to solve problems in given scenarios.

• Introduction to Programming for Engineers

This module introduces the basic principles of structured and object-oriented programming to solve engineering problems.

• Introduction to Computer Simulations

This module introduces the basic principles of structured and object-oriented programming to solve Engineering problems.

• Software Engineering Principles & Practice

The purpose of this module is to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in high-level architectural design of software.
Key Performance Areas :
The primary purpose of this position is the development and delivery of effective teaching on qualifications and all associated academic activities such as student engagement and support that will promote student success and learning. This includes responsibility for modules from conceptualisation through to assessment and responsibility for an integrated, effective curriculum within qualifications. Participation in scholarship such as research is also required. Effective lecturers need to be active members of the institutional academic community, contributing to and participating in the development, effective governance, and reputation development of the institution.

• Lecture/practicum preparation, delivery and all related teaching and assessment activities across the required modes of delivery.
• Marking of assessments providing timeous and constructive feedback to students.
• Development of ICE activities, learning material such as manuals, assessment instruments and rubrics and memoranda as required.
• Participation in peer review of the marking and lecturing of other lecturers; and
• Participation in lecturing quality assurance and development associated with own teaching.
• May be required to internally moderate assessments scripts that fall within the respective subject fields, where necessary across IIE sites of delivery.
• Assist where required with the experiential learning of students in their programme.
• Conduct student support interventions where required.
• Appropriate academic administration as required.
• Involvement with Teaching and Learning activities, including onboarding, peer reviews, internal moderation and the production of a teaching portfolio.
• Consultation with students to provide academic support.
• Engagement in review and improvement and quality assurance activities of the IIE's School of Engineering, Science and Health.
• Adherence to institutional norms, standards, policies, and processes; and
• Development of academic material and assessments on programmes as required, including, but not limited to, the roles of developer, moderator or equivalent for the Central Academic Team (CAT)

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• A minimum of BEng/BIng/BSc (Eng) (NQF 8) in Mechanical / Electrical/ Electronic/ Computer Engineering and a Master's degree in the relevant discipline. Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) would be highly advantageous.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 years' teaching experience gained from a similar higher education role at a recognised tertiary institution. Alternatively, minimum 5 years of related industry experience.

Working Conditions:

• Please note that this is a Part-Time position;
• Demonstrated capability to lecture, conduct tutorials and seminars at tertiary level in an effective manner in the qualification(s) stipulated at the highest academic level;
• Expertise in learning management systems (LMSs);
• Competencies in curriculum design and development;
• Up-to-date knowledge of curriculum areas being taught;
• Demonstrated capacity to design, set and evaluate assessments at the appropriate level;
• A record of research and publication in scholarly journals;
• Ability to mentor and supervise academic activities.
• Demonstrated capacity to coordinate modules, and conduct relevant module administration activities;
• Capacity to engage in inter-campus and inter-institutional team academic and/or community activities;
• Professional membership may be required;
• High level of communication skills in verbal, written and electronic modes;
• Proven high-level administrative abilities; and
• Active participation in accreditation proceedings for the Council on Higher Education and the Engineering Council of South Africa.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 -18:00 - subject to module scheduling.

Application Response:

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

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Emeris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.

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