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: Engineering Professional
Type: Independent contractor
Compensation: $70–$90/hour
Location: Remote
Duration: 1–2 months
Commitment: 20–40 hours/week
Role 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.
Qualifications
Must-Have
PhD in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Materials, Aerospace, or Systems) or a closely related discipline from a top-tier university.2+ years of academic experience (research, publication, teaching) or professional experience (engineer, researcher, or technical specialist).Deep subject-matter expertise across core areas of mathematics.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
Start Date
Immediate
Compensation & Legal
Independent contractorDaily payment via Stripe Connect
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
Upload 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 output
Resources & Support
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcomeFor any help or support, reach out to:
[email protected]
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
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