Mechanical Engineering - Teaching Assistants (Winter 2027)

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Mechanical Engineering Department is searching for eligible candidates as Teaching Assistants in the following courses for the Winter 2027 term.

Courses:

• •MECH 215 – Statics (2 positions, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 220 – Introduction to Dynamics (4 positions, 75 hours each)
• •MECH 241 – Fundamentals of Thermodynamics (1 position, 110 hours each and 3 positions, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 261 – Measurement Laboratory (4 positions, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 265 – Numerical Linear Algebra (2 positions, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 289 – Design Graphics (2 positions, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 292 – Design 1: Conceptual Design (1 position, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 309 – Numerical Methods in Mechanical Engineering (2 positions, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 315 – Intermediate Dynamics (2 positions, 75 hours each)
• •MECH 332 – Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics (1 position, 110 hours each and 3 positions, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 341 – Thermodynamics II (2 positions, 75 hours each)
• •MECH 346 – Heat Transfer (2 positions, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 360 – Principles of Manufacturing (5 positions, 90 hours each)
• •MECH 362 – Mechanical Laboratory 1 (5 positions, 75 hours each)
• •MECH 383 – Applied Electronics and Instrumentation (2 positions, 75 hours each)
• •MECH 390 – Computer Aided Design (2 positions, 120 hours each)
• •MECH 393 – Design 2: Machine Element Design (2 positions, 75 hours each)
• •MECH 412 – System Dynamics and Control (2 positions, 75 hours each)
• •MECH 415 – Applied Solid Mechanics (3 positions, 100 hours each)
• •MECH 430 – Fluid Mechanics 2 (1 position, 80 hours each)
• •MECH 463 – Design 3: Mech Engineering Project (2 positions, 120 hours each)

Position Summary:

Assisting instructor of the course with instruction and evaluation of students.

For laboratory-based courses (MECH 241, 261, 332, 360, 362, 383, and 412): Teaching Assistants are required to be available to support laboratory sessions, the schedules for which are determined at the beginning of the term. These sessions will take place outside of regularly scheduled lecture and tutorial hours. Flexibility in availability is required to meet the instructional and scheduling needs of the course. TAs will be expected to supervise up to 20 hours of laboratory sessions, at the instructor's discretion.

Effective Dates of Appointment:

January 5, 2027, to April 30, 2027

Salary:

38.46 $/h

Hiring Unit:

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Deadline to apply:

October 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST

Qualifications:

MECH 215 – Statics

Requires public speaking ability. Basic understanding of statics and fundamental mechanics concepts, including free-body diagrams, equilibrium, force systems, moments, trusses, and friction. Requires public speaking ability. Preferably have been a teaching assistant previously. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 220 – Introduction to Dynamics

Requires public speaking ability. Demonstrated knowledge of the course subject matter and a strong academic background in the subject are required. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 241 – Fundamentals of Thermodynamics

Requires public speaking ability. Preferably have been a teaching assistant previously. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 261 – Measurement Laboratory

Lab TAs: Presence during scheduled lab experiment hours obligatory (decided per student lab sign-up after start of term). Must have completed MECH 261 or 262 or equivalent. Experience required in experimental research, measurement device operation and data analysis. Requires public speaking ability. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

One Course TA: Must have completed MECH 261 or 262 or equivalent. Understanding of the principles of measurement device operation, electric circuits, statistics and data analysis required. Requires public speaking ability. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 265 – Numerical Linear Algebra

Requires public speaking ability. Demonstrated knowledge of the course subject matter and a strong academic background in the subject are required. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 289 – Design Graphics [for non-Mechanical Engineers]

Requires public speaking ability. Demonstrated knowledge of the course subject matter and a strong academic background in the subject are required. Experience with Design Graphics, Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D and standards and conventions of Design Graphics Communication necessary. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 292 – Design 1: Conceptual Design

Requires public speaking ability. Demonstrated knowledge of the course subject matter and a strong academic background in the subject are required. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor. Experience with Arduino and basic electronics is preferred, as is prior experience with engineering design projects, hands-on prototyping, or project-based learning.

MECH 309 – Numerical Methods in Mechanical Engineering

Requires public speaking ability. Demonstrated knowledge of the course subject matter and a strong academic background in the subject are required. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 315 – Intermediate Dynamics

Requires public speaking ability. Demonstrated knowledge of the course subject matter and a strong academic background in the subject are required. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 332 – Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics

Requires public speaking ability. Must previously have taken this course plus MECH 533 and MECH 610. Graduate studies completed or in progress in fluid mechanics or aerodynamics required. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 341 – Thermodynamics II

Requires public speaking ability. Demonstrated knowledge of the course subject matter and a strong academic background in the subject are required. Preferably have been a teaching assistant for this course and/or MECH 240 previously. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring. Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 346 – Heat Transfer

Requires public speaking ability. Must have completed and excelled in MECH 240 (or equivalent), MECH 331 (or equivalent), MECH 346 (or equivalent), and MECH 650. Prior TA experience in MECH 346 is highly desirable. Past TA duties must include marking or demonstrating or tutoring Proficiency in English required as assessed by the instructor.

MECH 360 – Principles of Manufacturing

Requires public speaking ability. Demonstrated knowledge of the course subject matter and a strong academic background in the subject are required. Must identify self to instructor as potential TA at least one term before application, for training during class tutorials. Basic knowledge of metrology instruments, how to use and read caliper, what are coordi