Freelance Optical Engineer for AI Problem Design

Mindrift; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 86,375 - 123,019; Part time

Job summary

Mindrift is seeking an Optical Engineer for part-time, project-based opportunities in Kentucky. You will design optics problems that simulate real physics research workflows, requiring creativity and strong analytical skills. Ideal candidates have a degree in Physics and 2+ years of relevant experience. This role offers flexible tasks estimated at 10-20 hours per week with compensation up to $76 per hour, depending on your expertise and contribution pace.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in applied, research, or teaching.
• Experience designing problems that mirror real physics research workflows.
• Familiarity with physics modeling and approximation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ensure problems are computationally intensive and cannot be solved manually.
• Document problem statements clearly and provide verified correct answers.

Skills

Design original optics problems

Numerical simulation methods

Creative thinking in problem design

Strong written English (C1+)

Education

Degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational)

Job description

Mindrift is seeking an Optical Engineer for part-time, project-based opportunities in Kentucky. You will design optics problems that simulate real physics research workflows, requiring creativity and strong analytical skills. Ideal candidates have a degree in Physics and 2+ years of relevant experience. This role offers flexible tasks estimated at 10-20 hours per week with compensation up to $76 per hour, depending on your expertise and contribution pace.