Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering (Robotics & Mechatronics)

Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering (Robotics & Mechatronics)

Department: Mechanical Engineering

Institution: Amity University Jharkhand, Ranchi

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Amity University Jharkhand invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Robotics & Mechatronics). The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, conducting impactful research, mentoring students, developing laboratories, and contributing to academic excellence in the areas of Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing, and Industry 4.0. The role is aligned with UGC norms and Amity Universitys emphasis on research and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in:
• Robotics
• Mechatronics
• Industrial Automation
• Sensors and Actuators
• PLC & SCADA
• Embedded Systems
• Control Systems
• CAD/CAM
• Manufacturing Automation
• Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing
• Develop and update course curriculum as per NEP 2020 and industry requirements.
• Prepare lesson plans, lecture materials, assignments, laboratory manuals, and assessment tools.
• Conduct laboratory sessions and practical demonstrations.

Research & Innovation

• Conduct high-quality research in Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, AI/ML applications in manufacturing, Digital Twins, Autonomous Systems, and Intelligent Manufacturing.
• Publish research papers in SCI/Scopus-indexed journals.
• Apply for funded research projects from DST, AICTE, SERB, DRDO, ISRO, MSME, and other funding agencies.
• File patents and promote innovation and technology transfer.

Student Mentoring

• Guide B.Tech./M.Tech. projects, internships, and dissertations.
• Mentor students for technical competitions such as Smart India Hackathon, e-Yantra, SAE, RoboCup, and other robotics competitions.
• Encourage entrepreneurship and startup activities.

Laboratory Development

• Establish and maintain Robotics & Mechatronics laboratories.
• Develop experiments involving:
• Industrial Robots
• Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
• PLC & Automation
• Pneumatics & Hydraulics
• Embedded Systems
• IoT-based Automation
• Machine Vision
• Ensure laboratory safety and proper maintenance of equipment.

Academic Administration

• Participate in accreditation activities (NBA, NAAC).
• Contribute to curriculum revision and academic committees.
• Organize FDPs, workshops, conferences, seminars, and industrial visits.
• Perform examination and evaluation duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering/Mechatronics/Robotics or allied discipline with First Class.
• M.E./M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering/Robotics/Mechatronics/Automation/Control Systems/Manufacturing Engineering or related specialization with First Class.
• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering/Robotics/Mechatronics/Automation or related area from a recognized university (preferred; candidates nearing completion may also be considered depending on institutional requirements).
• Qualifications and eligibility shall be as per UGC/AICTE norms.

Preferred Skills

• Robot Operating System (ROS)
• PLC Programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi)
• MATLAB/Simulink
• Python, C/C++, LabVIEW
• SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, ANSYS
• CNC Programming
• Industrial Automation
• IoT Applications
• Machine Vision
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications in manufacturing
• Digital Twin and Smart Factory concepts

Experience

• 0–3 years (Fresh Ph.D. candidates may apply).
• Teaching, research, or relevant industry experience in Robotics, Automation, or Mechatronics will be preferred.
• Experience in funded projects, patents, and publications in reputed journals will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong research aptitude.
• Student mentoring and project supervision.
• Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Industry interaction and consultancy.
• Outcome-Based Education (OBE) implementation.