Electrical Engineer

About The Job

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.

Position: AI Tutor – Electrical and Computer Engineering Specialist

Type: Full-time
Compensation: $90,000–$200,000/year
Location: Remote or In-office (Palo Alto, CA)
Commitment: 40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Use proprietary software tools to label, annotate, and evaluate AI-generated outputs related to electrical and computer engineering topics.
• Contribute to the training and evaluation of advanced AI systems, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, structured data.
• Collaborate with research and technical teams to improve annotation tools and model performance.
• Interpret and execute evolving task instructions with precision and sound technical judgment.
• Support the creation of innovative training datasets that help AI systems reason effectively about circuit design, embedded systems, machine architecture, and signal processing.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong reading comprehension, analytical reasoning, and attention to technical detail.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and synthesize complex engineering information.
• Passion for technological advancement and AI innovation.

Preferred

• PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Published research or industry experience in areas such as systems design, robotics, or computational modeling.
• Prior experience as an AI Tutor, engineer, or technical educator.
• Teaching or mentoring background in engineering or computer science.
• Experience in technical writing or professional documentation.

Compensation & Legal

$90,000–$200,000/year for U.S.-based professionals, depending on experience and location.
International pay scales available upon request.
Comprehensive benefits available for full-time employees, with specifics varying by country of residence.
U.S.-based applicants must reside outside of Wyoming and Illinois.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

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