Mechanical Engineering Specialist
About the role
Company Introduction Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .
Role Overview
- Position: Engineering Professional – Independent Contractor, Remote
- Commitment: Part-time ~20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)
- Duration: 1–2 months
- Join an exciting collaboration with a top AI research lab. Contribute to developing and evaluating advanced AI systems replicating real-world workflows in engineering.
Responsibilities
- Create and assess complex problems in engineering across subdomains such as civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, materials, and systems engineering.
- Evaluate AI-generated responses for conceptual accuracy, technical rigor, and domain relevance.
- Provide clear written feedback on engineering problem sets, designs, and solutions.
- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to iterate and improve model performance.
- Ensure technical accuracy and academic precision in all engineering content used to train or evaluate AI systems.
Requirements / Qualifications Must-Have Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
Engagement Details
- Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($65-$80 USD/hr)
- Contract Type: Independent contractor
- Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hours
- Payment: Daily payment via Stripe Connect
Application Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)
- Upload your resume (and portfolio/notebook links if available) and application form
- AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role
- Work trial: A paid, 4-hour assessment evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver math-specific output
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ,
Mechanical Engineering Specialist
About the role
Company Introduction Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .
Role Overview
- Position: Engineering Professional – Independent Contractor, Remote
- Commitment: Part-time ~20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)
- Duration: 1–2 months
- Join an exciting collaboration with a top AI research lab. Contribute to developing and evaluating advanced AI systems replicating real-world workflows in engineering.
Responsibilities
- Create and assess complex problems in engineering across subdomains such as civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, materials, and systems engineering.
- Evaluate AI-generated responses for conceptual accuracy, technical rigor, and domain relevance.
- Provide clear written feedback on engineering problem sets, designs, and solutions.
- Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to iterate and improve model performance.
- Ensure technical accuracy and academic precision in all engineering content used to train or evaluate AI systems.
Requirements / Qualifications Must-Have Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
Engagement Details
- Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($65-$80 USD/hr)
- Contract Type: Independent contractor
- Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hours
- Payment: Daily payment via Stripe Connect
Application Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)
- Upload your resume (and portfolio/notebook links if available) and application form
- AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role
- Work trial: A paid, 4-hour assessment evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver math-specific output
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ,