Job Description

Mechanical Engineering Lecturer (HNC Level)

Location:

Coventry

Salary:

38,000 - 42,000

Fully Funded Teaching Qualification Provided

The Opportunity

This is a

career-change role

for experienced Mechanical Engineers who want to do something different and meaningful. Instead of working on products or processes, you'll be

developing people

. You'll help apprentices gain the skills, confidence, and real-world understanding they need to succeed in engineering careers. No teaching experience is required, our client is looking for mechanical

engineers from industry

, not career teachers.

What You'll Be Doing

Teaching

HNC Mechanical Engineering

to apprentices (typically aged 21-early 30s) Delivering an existing curriculum using your

real-world industry experience

Making technical concepts clear and practical Supporting learners with skills development and career progression Teaching topics including

quality, process improvement, engineering efficiency, and inspection

Training & Support

Fully funded teaching qualification

Dedicated mentor

and structured onboarding Time to shadow experienced lecturers Supportive team - most colleagues also came from industry

Who This Role Is For

Experienced

Mechanical Engineers

from industry People who enjoy coaching, guiding, and supporting others Engineers who want to make a long-term impact No prior teaching or lecturing experience needed

Qualifications Needed

Engineering Degree

or

HNC / HND in Engineering

Strong understanding of

quality, process improvement, and inspection

Solid hands-on engineering background

Why Make the Move?

Make a real difference to the

next generation of engineers

More stability and work-life balance than many industry roles A respected position within a leading UK training organization Continue using your technical skills just in a different, more rewarding way

Progression & Future Opportunities

This role opens the door to long-term career growth:

Senior lecturing or assessment roles Managing apprenticeship programmes Employer engagement or outreach roles Opportunities in

quality, compliance, and leadership

Become

dual-qualified

(engineer + lecturer), highly attractive to large manufacturers for in-house training roles
You'll be given the curriculum, the training, and the support, your role is to

translate industry experience into learning that makes sense

.

If you're an engineer who cares about developing others, this could be the

most rewarding move you make

.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,000.00-42,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person