Job Details

Institution: Texas A&M University
Department: Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution (ETID)
College: College of Engineering
Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track
Category: Mechanical Engineering; Manufacturing Engineering
Appointment: 9-Month Academic Term (with potential summer appointment)
Posted: October 15, 2025
Start Date: Fall 2026

Position Description

The Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution (ETID) in the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning Fall 2026.

The successful candidate will:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mechanical and manufacturing engineering technology.

• Mentor and advise graduate students.

• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program.

• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities.

• Engage in professional service within the academic and industrial community.

About the Department

The Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution (ETID) is one of 15 departments within Texas A&M’s College of Engineering and is distinguished by its strong focus on applied research and undergraduate education.

• The department offers four undergraduate and three graduate programs (including two distance education programs).

• Faculty: 112 members, including 36 tenured/tenure-track and 76 non-tenure-track (part-time and full-time).

• Student Enrollment (Fall 2025): 2,700+ undergraduate and 250 graduate students.

• Research Portfolio: $14 million annually in applied and basic research across multiple domains such as:

  • Advanced manufacturing and smart systems

  • Embedded systems and communications

  • Semiconductor testing and intelligent product design

  • IT management, HCI, and supply chain innovation

For more details, visit the department’s website: engineering.tamu.edu/etid

About Texas A&M University

Located in Bryan–College Station, Texas A&M University stands at the center of the state’s Texas Triangle—an innovation hub connecting Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.

Key Highlights:

• Endowment: Over $20 billion (FY2024) – 8th largest overall, 2nd among public universities (NACUBO report).

• Research Excellence: Ranked among the top 25 U.S. institutions for R&D expenditures, totaling $1.278 billion in FY2023.

• Enrollment: More than 80,000 students (graduate and undergraduate) as of Fall 2025.

• College of Engineering:

  • Over 820 faculty and 24,000 students

  • Ranked Top 10 among public institutions by U.S. News & World Report

  • #1 in engineering research expenditures (FY24, ASEE and U.S. News & World Report)

Texas A&M is deeply committed to faculty excellence, dual-career support, and work-life balance initiatives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Earned Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related engineering/science discipline.

• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, and mentoring.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Practical experience in applied research and technology development, particularly in:

  • Advanced manufacturing systems (design, modeling, control)

  • Cyber-physical systems

  • Applied AI and smart manufacturing

  • Data-driven discovery and optimization

• Experience collaborating with industry or government research labs.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following materials via apply.interfolio.com/175297:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Personal Statement — addressing research, teaching, and service philosophy/plans

4. List of Four References (names, mailing addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses)

Priority Deadline: November 15, 2025
(Applications received after this date may be reviewed until the position is filled.)
Expected Start Date: Fall 2026

Job Contact:
Dr. Jyhwen Wang
Email: jwang@tamu.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement

Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.
The University recognizes that attracting exceptional faculty often depends on meeting dual-career needs and offers comprehensive Dual Career Program support.