Chief Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer

AI Work Expert; India; Remote; INR 32,135,000 - 45,769,000; Full time

Job summary

micro1 is seeking a Chief Engineer or Senior Mechanical Engineer for an AI training project. This remote role focuses on leading multidisciplinary engineering tasks, translating objectives into clear requirements, and coordinating inputs from domain experts to ensure successful project execution.

You will design realistic mechanical tasks, validate designs, and oversee testing to meet defined criteria. A master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering plus CAD/FEA experience are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Multidisciplinary leadership of engineering projects across disciplines.
• Mechanical design and engineering analysis proficiency.
• Strong experience in technical reviews and root-cause analysis.
• Willingness to lead complex projects and collaborate with experts.

Responsibilities

• Design realistic engineering tasks for AI training projects.
• Translate objectives into design requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate contributions from domain experts and manage dependencies.

Skills

Multidisciplinary leadership

Mechanical design

Engineering analysis

Root-cause analysis

Technical review

Project management

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

FEA

Job description

# Chief Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer$300per hourContractor Remote Last verified 10 Nov 2026Listed on micro1 micro1.aiApplyApplyReferral link. You pay nothing; we may earn a fee.Affiliate disclosureWork Expert (WE) is an independent publishing and referral website. We are not a recruiter, hiring manager, agent or employer, and we are not affiliated with or endorsed by micro1. Applying takes you to the platform's own website, where we may be recorded as the referring source. We may receive a referral fee at no additional cost to you. Read our full affiliate disclosure →## About the Rolemicro1 is looking for experienced Chief Engineers or Senior Mechanical Engineers to support an AI training project focused on complex, real-world engineering workflows. In this role, you will draw on your experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects to design realistic tasks, coordinate contributions from domain experts, and define clear technical objectives and evaluation criteria. Your expertise will help improve how AI systems approach mechanical design, engineering analysis, and technical project execution.## What You'll Do* Design realistic engineering projects involving mechanical design, engineering analysis, manufacturing, and testing, with contributions from other relevant disciplines.* Translate project objectives into clear design requirements, operating constraints, and measurable acceptance criteria.* Break complex engineering problems into connected tasks with defined inputs, deliverables, dependencies, and expert responsibilities.## You're a Good Fit If You* Required skills: multidisciplinary project leadership, mechanical design & engineering analysis, technical review, testing & root-cause analysis* Substantial professional experience as a Chief Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, or in a comparable technical leadership role.* At least 20+ of weekly availability* Proven experience leading complex engineering projects involving multiple technical disciplines.* Strong expertise in mechanical design and analysis, design for manufacture and assembly, and technical verification through testing and root-cause analysis.* English proficiency at B2 level or higher.* A relevant master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.* Experience with CAD, finite element analysis, or other relevant engineering simulation tools.Get ready for micro1Design a resume for micro1 Prepare for the micro1 interview## Role HighlightsPay (stated by micro1)$200-$300/hContractContractorLocationRemoteCategoryModel evaluationPosted10 days agoJob IDWE-8304## Pay & PayoutEngaged directly through micro1. Apply via the link below - micro1 handles onboarding and payment.