Instructor, Power Engineering

Duties:

Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in classroom and lab settings. Prepare and administer practical and theoretical exams and assignments. Provide early and on-going coaching and tutoring for students to maximize student success and retention. Respond to student issues. Evaluate and maintain student records. Seek student feedback and provide effective and relevant instruction. Maintain contact with industries, accrediting organizations and other related programs. Improve instructional quality through professional development and activities. Participate in course and program reviews. Provide support to curriculum development. May be required to supervise student practicum.

Curricular components may include, but are not limited to the following:
PENG 100: Intro to Power Engineering/Boiler Designs/Codes
PENG 101: Math/Applied Mechanics
PENG 102: Thermodynamic Water Treatment
PENG 103: Safety & Environment
PENG 104: Piping, Welding, Sketching
PENG 105: Prime Movers
PENG 106: Heating Boilers/Controls & Fittings
PENG 107: Technical Communications and Computers
PENG 108: Electricity
PENG 109: Instrumentation/Controls
PENG 110: Refrigeration
PENG 111: Air Conditioning & Systems
PENG 112: Types of Plants & Gas Process Operations
PENG 120: Work Practicum Management
PENG 130: Power Engineering Review & Examinations

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. Successful candidates will participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

Required Qualifications:

Third Class standardized Power Engineering Certificate with relevant process experience. Minimum five years' related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

First or Second Class standardized Power Engineering Certificate. Related bachelor's degree.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note: 

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students.  In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences.  We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter.  When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity.  Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.