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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Subject Matter Expert - Mechanical Diesel Technology Program Development - **Company:** Northbridge University - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Learning Management Systems, Machine Learning - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3e5cfc484604c13d ## About the Role Do you have experience in Educational compliance and regulation understanding?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, * ASE certification(s) in Medium-Heavy Truck (T-series) preferred; ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician a plus * Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Diesel Technology or a related field preferred (equivalent industry experience considered) * Minimum 5+ years of diesel industry and/or academic experience * Prior experience in curriculum development, program review, or accreditation processes preferred * Strong knowledge of diesel engines, drivetrains, hydraulics, electrical/electronic systems, and diagnostics * Familiarity with competency-based education models Regulatory & Accreditation Knowledge (Required): * Working knowledge of ASE Education Foundation Medium/Heavy Truck accreditation standards, the recognized benchmark for diesel and truck training programs in the U.S. * Understanding that Puerto Rico requires diesel technicians to be licensed under Act 40 of 1972 (as amended) through the Junta Examinadora de Técnicos y Mecánicos Automotrices de Puerto Rico, which issues a specific Diesel license category, while Florida does not require state licensure for diesel technicians * Awareness that instructors teaching diesel technology in Puerto Rico must hold the applicable Puerto Rico technician license; programs should also emphasize ASE Medium-Heavy Truck certification pathways and workforce credentials * Knowledge of industry task lists, tools and equipment requirements, and preparation for ASE Medium-Heavy Truck certification exams Preferred Skills: * Experience designing diploma-level diesel technology programs * Knowledge of employer partnerships, apprenticeships, and work-based learning models * Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) ## Description We are seeking an experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Mechanical Diesel Technology to support the design, development, and academic review of a new diploma-level diesel technology program. The SME will play a critical role in ensuring curriculum quality, hands-on lab integration, regulatory compliance, and alignment with diesel industry standards for delivery in on-ground and hybrid formats, with a strong focus on workforce readiness., * Design and develop program curriculum, course outlines, and syllabi for Mechanical Diesel Technology, integrating classroom theory with lab and hands-on training * Cover heavy equipment, truck systems (engines, drivetrain, brakes, electrical, and HVAC), diagnostics, and preventive maintenance * Develop lab activities and task sheets aligned to medium- and heavy-duty truck industry tasks * Review and update existing program documentation to ensure academic rigor and industry relevance * Align curriculum with Puerto Rico and Florida regulatory requirements, institutional policies, and program accreditation standards * Ensure alignment with the ASE Education Foundation Medium/Heavy Truck program accreditation standards and diesel industry expectations * Integrate emerging diesel technologies, electronic engine controls, emissions/aftertreatment systems, and high-voltage/hybrid systems * Support preparation for ASE certifications in the Medium-Heavy Truck (T-series) area (entry-level and professional) * Support preparation of accreditation documentation, self-study reports, program outcomes assessment, and workforce alignment * Collaborate with curriculum specialists, instructional designers, and academic leadership, Expected Deliverables: * Program framework and curriculum recommendations * Course sequencing review * Course descriptions and learning outcomes validation * Industry competency mapping * Regulatory and accreditation guidance * Review of program documentation and submission materials * Participation in meetings with institutional leadership and curriculum teams Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our academic and professional community. ## Related Videos - [Transforming Education: A Journey from interactive Markdown to Remote-Labs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/941-transforming-education-a-journey-from-interactive-markdown-to-remote-labs) - [Introduction to Azure Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/368-introduction-to-azure-machine-learning) - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Using WebAssembly for in-database Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/588-using-webassembly-for-in-database-machine-learning) - [Making Teaching Code Less Academic and More Market-Ready - Peter Ruppel](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1911-making-teaching-code-less-academic-and-more-market-ready-peter-ruppel) - [Teaching APIs Beyond the Docs - Alex Goldman](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1899-teaching-apis-beyond-the-docs-alex-goldman) ## Related Articles - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)