Assistant Instructor, Mechanical Engineering
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Other Engineering
USD 68,182-93,143 / year
Posted on Feb 21, 2026
Position Details
Position Information
| Position Title | Assistant Instructor, Mechanical Engineering |
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| Who We Are | At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running. |
| Position Summary | BCIT’s Mechanical Engineering department within the School of Energy is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Assistant Instructor who is an enthusiastic, team-oriented professional with broad practical knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals. The department of Mechanical Engineering at BCIT offers diplomas and an accredited degree in Mechanical Engineering. The primary goal of the programs is to graduate highly-qualified, practical mechanical technologists and engineers who are eligible for professional registration. |
| Duties & Responsibilities | The successful applicant can expect to provide lab and tutorial assistance across a broad range of the mechanical engineering discipline. The applicant must have a strong commitment to teaching and interacting with students, an ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and an interest in delivering quality curriculum. The Assistant Instructor may lead labs and tutorials in some of the following areas:
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| Qualifications | QUALIFICATIONS:
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| Additional Information | Benefits – Why you’d love working with us
BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire. The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh). |
| Salary Range | $68,182 - $93,143 per annum |
| Additional Salary Information | Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. |
Position Details
| Posting Category | Faculty |
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| Department 2 | SoE Mechanical Engineering |
| Campus Location | Burnaby campus |
| Bargaining Unit | BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA) |
| Job Status | Regular |
| Full-Time/Part-Time | Full-Time |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Anticipated Start Date | 08/24/2026 |
| Anticipated End Date |
Competition Information
| Competition Number | 26FSA005 |
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| Competition Open Date | 02/21/2026 |
| Competition Close Date | 03/14/2026 |
| Open Until Filled? | No |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/10158 |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Certificate
- Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PHD
- * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
- 0-1
- 1-2
- 3-5
- 6-9
- 10+
- * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
- Yes
- No
- * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
- I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
- I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
- I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter