Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

Overview

• Be the driving force behind our School’s daily success.
• Join a research active school
• Supported development opportunities

About the role

Join the School of Engineering and make an impact through teaching, postgraduate supervision, and academic leadership. In this role, you’ll inspire the next generation of engineers, advance your own research and scholarship, and contribute to the profession through professional, community, and iwi engagement.

Salary will be in the range of $90,125 to $107,452 per year (pro-rata) based on the skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a fixed term, full-time role (37.5 hours a week), for 18 months to cover Maternity Leave. This role will be based on our Hillcrest Campus.

For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Mike Duke, Dean of Engineering, All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Who are you?

You are an enthusiastic academic with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (or close to completion) and expertise in applied mechanics, design, structural analysis, mathematical modelling, and experimental analysis. You are passionate about teaching and bring innovative methods to the classroom, from project-based learning to distance delivery.

You’re a motivated researcher with evidence of scholarly achievement and a desire to grow your research portfolio through publications, collaborations, and postgraduate supervision. With strong communication and time management skills, you thrive in both independent and team environments and are committed to contributing to departmental and university service.

Ideally, you’ll also bring curriculum development experience, industry connections, and the ability to attract research funding and high-quality postgraduate students. Above all, you are collegial, student-focused, and committed to upholding the University’s values, including its partnership with Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Who are we?

The Waikato School of Engineering is one if not the only unified School of Engineering in New Zealand that offers a comprehensive suite of BE (Hons) degree programs in chemical & process engineering, civil engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, environmental engineering, materials & process engineering, mechatronics and mechanical engineering. Our emphasis is on problem solving through design that addresses societal, environmental and business needs by the clever application of applied science and mathematics. This approach culminates in an annual Engineering Design Show each October, where students showcase their work to industry, the public and staff.

We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.

For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakoratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close on Monday 29th September 2025

Requisition number : #LI-DNI

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