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.
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
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
