Mechanical Design Engineer | $80/hr Max

Mechanical Design Engineer | $80/hr Max

Connect with Mercor, an AI-focused talent platform, as an independent contractor Mechanical Design Engineer. Based in San Francisco, Mercor partners with leading AI research labs and has an investor portfolio that includes Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Base Pay Range

$60.00/hr - $80.00/hr

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to create and evaluate intricate engineering problems that push the boundaries of AI-generated solutions. You will design original, advanced problems that require creative reasoning and multi-domain integration, review AI-generated solutions for accuracy and constraint adherence, identify logical gaps, and provide well-documented solutions using LaTeX.

Role Responsibilities

• Design original, advanced engineering problems requiring creative reasoning and multi-domain integration.
• Evaluate AI-generated engineering solutions for technical accuracy and adherence to constraints.
• Identify logical gaps and incorrect modeling assumptions.
• Provide well-documented solutions using LaTeX for equations and schematics.
• Maintain high standards of technical precision and conceptual depth.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Advanced degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, aerospace, or chemical engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing or grading complex analytical problems.
• Participation in or mentorship for engineering competitions.
• Research or teaching experience in applied problem formulation.
• Proficiency in LaTeX for technical document formatting.

Preferred

• Deep understanding of core engineering principles and real-world systems.
• Ability to communicate step-by-step reasoning and assumptions clearly.
• Strong intuition for problem difficulty and conceptual progression.
• Detail-oriented verification of results and internal consistency.

Start Date

• Rolling onboarding; start typically within 1–2 days after approval.

Interview Process

• Submit resume or CV.
• 20–30 minute interview.
• Complete a brief form outlining experience.
• Follow‑up steps within a few days.

Compensation & Legal

• Independent contractor arrangement.
• Weekly payments via Stripe Connect.

Application Process

• Upload resume.
• AI interview based on your resume.
• Submit form.

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