Course Lecturer (Winter 2027) MECH 513 – Control Systems

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Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
McGill University
Winter 2027 Course Lecturer Position
Deadline to Apply October 14, 2026
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is inviting applications for a course lecturer position to teach in Winter 2027. Please include your cover letter and Curriculum Vitae.
MECH 513 – Control Systems (3 credits)
Instructor must cover all material as written in the Course Outline on the McGill Course Catalogue page, as follows:
State-space modelling and related linear algebra. Controllability and observability of linear time-invariant systems and corresponding tests, system realizations. Stability: Bounded-Input-Bounded-Output (BIBO), internal, Lyapunov. Linear state feedback control: pole placement and root locus design methods, linear quadratic regulator. State observers: full- and reduced-order designs, separation principle, Linear Quadratic Gaussian (LQG) design. Introduction to optimal control and optimal state estimation.
Teaching Qualification Requirements:
Minimum of Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Minimum of five years’ experience in the analysis and/or design of control systems. Prior experience in teaching.
Familiarity with state-space modeling, analysis of control stability and other advanced control topics.
Demonstrated knowledge of spoken and written English.
Strong problem-solving skills and flexible approach to teaching.
Awareness of cross-cultural practices.
Date:
January 5, 2027 - April 30, 2027
Salary:
$11,824 per course
Deadline to Apply:
2026-10-14
For any questions, please contact apptadmin.mecheng@mcgill.ca.
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McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.
Hiring Unit:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Course Title:
Control Systems
Subject Code:
MECH 513
Location:
ENGTR 0060
Schedule:
Tuesday 5:35 pm - 8:25 pm
Deadline to Apply:
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