Mechanical Engineer - AI Systems

Company Introduction

Mercor

Benchmark

General Catalyst

Peter Thiel

Adam D'Angelo

Larry Summers

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