Remote Mechanical Engineer for AI Reasoning Training

Alignerr Corp.; Wellington; Remote; NZD 55,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Alignerr is seeking a Mechanical Engineering AI Trainer to work remotely on high‑stakes AI models that reason about physical systems. You bring advanced mechanical engineering expertise and the ability to translate complex phenomena into clear explanations.

This role focuses on designing challenging problems, writing rigorous solutions, and auditing AI reasoning for accuracy and safety with standards like ASME and ISO. Flexible hours and freelance potential.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong foundation in solid and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science.
• Ability to communicate complex physical concepts clearly in writing.

Responsibilities

• Design challenging problems spanning FEA, heat transfer, kinematics, material science, and mechatronics to stress-test AI performance at the limits of its reasoning.
• Author rigorous, step-by-step technical solutions that serve as benchmarks for AI learning and calibration.
• Audit AI-generated outputs including CAD logic, thermodynamic derivations, and material specifications for technical accuracy, safety, and compliance with engineering standards (ASME, ISO, etc.).
• Sharpen model thinking by identifying logical errors and providing structured feedback to improve AI reasoning quality.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Solid mechanics

CAD/CAM

Manufacturing processes

Technical communication

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in a closely related field

Tools

SolidWorks

MATLAB

ANSYS

Job description

Alignerr is seeking a Mechanical Engineering AI Trainer to work remotely on high‑stakes AI models that reason about physical systems. You bring advanced mechanical engineering expertise and the ability to translate complex phenomena into clear explanations.

This role focuses on designing challenging problems, writing rigorous solutions, and auditing AI reasoning for accuracy and safety with standards like ASME and ISO. Flexible hours and freelance potential.