Lecturer in Engineering (FE)

Job Title: Lecturer in Engineering (FE)

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £35,608 - £43,482 per annum - AC2

Job type: Permanent, Full Time

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

Do you have experience teaching Engineering in Further Education? University College Birmingham is looking for a Lecturer in Mechanical or Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering. The department has state of the art equipment in controls systems and smart factories, robotics, pneumatics and hydraulic, fluid mechanics, programmable logic controllers and microprocessors.

You will plan, develop and deliver high-quality teaching and assessment, contribute to the continued development of the engineering curriculum and support students throughout their studies. We are looking for someone who can bring engineering concepts to life through practical, industry-relevant learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to contribute to the world of academia, inspire students, and actively participate in the vibrant academic community we foster.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology home and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 11th October 2026.

Interview Date - Tuesday 3rd November 2026.

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Candidates with experience of: Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Design Engineering, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher, Engineering Lecturer, may also be considered for this role.