Mechanical Design Engineer | Remote $80/hr

Company IntroductionMercor 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 OverviewPosition: Engineering Professional – Independent Contractor, RemoteCommitment: Part-time ~20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)Duration: 1–2 monthsJoin an exciting collaboration with a top AI research lab. Contribute to developing and evaluating advanced AI systems replicating real-world workflows in engineering.ResponsibilitiesCreate 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 / QualificationsMust-Have QualificationsDegree in Mechanical EngineeringExceptional written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and analytical thinkingEngagement DetailsCompensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($65-$80 USD/hr)Contract Type: Independent contractorSchedule: Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hoursPayment: Daily payment via Stripe ConnectApplication Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)Upload your resume (and portfolio/notebook links if available) and application formAI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the roleWork trial: A paid, 4-hour assessment evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver math-specific outputResources & SupportFor details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcomeFor any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.comPS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.,