AI Test Engineer - Civil/Mechanical/Arch - Remote, Part-time

mercor; United States; Remote; USD 124,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking Engineering & Built Environment Experts to work remotely on a contract basis, 15–20 hours per week, delivering high-quality tasks that test AI's ability to interpret engineering documentation.

You will collaborate with AI research teams, evaluate outputs against ground truth, and develop complex multi-step prompts grounded in real-world drawings and specs. The role requires 3+ years in mechanical, civil, industrial engineering or architecture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Mechanical, Civil, Industrial Engineering, or Architecture.

Responsibilities

• Author tasks to test AI's ability to interpret engineering documentation and follow multi-step instructions.
• Evaluate AI model outputs against ground truth using an objective rubric.
• Develop complex, multi-step prompts grounded in real-world workspace files like technical drawings and project specifications.
• Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure precise, well-structured outputs.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Architecture

Job description

Mercor is seeking Engineering & Built Environment Experts to work remotely on a contract basis, 15–20 hours per week, delivering high-quality tasks that test AI's ability to interpret engineering documentation.

You will collaborate with AI research teams, evaluate outputs against ground truth, and develop complex multi-step prompts grounded in real-world drawings and specs. The role requires 3+ years in mechanical, civil, industrial engineering or architecture.