Mechanical Engineer (Remote | )
Mechanical Engineer Hourly Contract | Part-Time | Remote $70 –$80 per hour
About the Role
A leading AI research initiative, in partnership with Mercor, is seeking experienced Mechanical Engineers to contribute to a frontier project advancing the capabilities of next-generation AI systems. In this role, you will apply your technical and analytical expertise to design, evaluate, and benchmark AI reasoning across real-world mechanical engineering workflows. Your insights will help ensure model accuracy, technical depth, and engineering precision across a variety of subdomains.
Key Responsibilities
Create and assess complex mechanical engineering problems across design, thermodynamics, and applied mechanics. Evaluate AI-generated responses for conceptual accuracy, technical rigor, and real-world applicability. Provide clear, structured feedback on engineering problem sets, designs, and computational reasoning. Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to enhance model understanding and output quality. Ensure scientific and technical accuracy in all content used to train or evaluate AI systems. Ideal Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills across mechanical systems, modeling, and simulations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail. Prior experience in engineering research, academia, or technical consulting is a plus. Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, CAD, or simulation tools is advantageous but not required. Project Details Start Date: Immediate Duration: 1–2 months (potential for extension) Commitment: Part-time (~20 hours/week, flexible up to 40 hours/week) Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — flexible working hours. Compensation & Contract Rate: $65–$80 USD/hour (based on experience). Type: Independent contractor. Payments: Daily via Stripe Connect. Application & Onboarding Process Submit your resume (and portfolio or technical notebooks if available). Complete a short AI interview (~15 minutes) to discuss your background and experience. Participate in a paid 4-hour work trial evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver engineering-specific outputs. ⚡ PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡