Mechanical Engineer

Mercor; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking expert engineers in Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineering for a flexible, remote role contributing to innovative AI projects. Ideal candidates include professors and experienced engineers with a strong track record in design and significant technical challenges. Join us to leverage your expertise in a groundbreaking field with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Conducting structural analysis and finite element modeling.
• Developing high-quality analytical models and simulations.
• Engaging in hands-on design and technical problem-solving tasks.

Responsibilities

• Contributing engineering expertise to AI-related projects.
• Creating high-quality data for AI innovation.
• Running simulations and validating prototypes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Technical communication

Education

PhD or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEA tools

CFD simulation software

Job description

Engineering Research Experts (PhDs): Mechanical, Electrical, Civil

Mercor is seeking expert engineers in Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineering for a premier project with one of the world's top AI labs.

In this role, you will contribute your engineering expertise to a cutting-edge project involving state-of-the-art large language models. Specifically, you will help create high-quality data that will inform the future of AI innovation by modeling how expert engineers solve complex design and analysis problems in foundational domains.

You're a good fit if you:

Work in a core engineering discipline such as:

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Or a closely related subfield

Engage in hands-on analytical or design work rather than purely managerial responsibilities

Routinely solve intricate technical challenges such as:

Structural analysis for bridges or buildings

Finite element modeling (FEM/FEA), control systems, or numerical simulations

Perform intellectually demanding tasks, including:

Developing analytical or numerical models

Creating detailed CAD or PCB layouts

Running simulations (CFD, FEA, circuit, or control models)

Validating prototypes and interpreting test data

Approach your work with deep reasoning, trade-off analysis, and iterative problem-solving

Communicate clearly and with technical precision

Here are more details about the role:

The role is ongoing, starting at the end of June/beginning of July and continuing with rolling applications

The project involves 10–20 hours of work per week with the potential to expand up to 40 hours per week

The work is fully remote and offers flexibility with your schedule

Ideal candidates include:

Academic Track:

Professors (Assistant, Associate, or Full) who are still directly involved in hands-on design or research

Late-stage PhD students (year 4+) in core engineering fields with substantial independent design work

At least one peer-reviewed publication or conference proceeding in venues like ASME, IEEE, or ACI

Industry Track:

Field leads, senior/principal engineers, or senior staff engineers who guide architecture while staying technically deep

Evidence of significant design ownership, such as:

Released hardware products or systems

Standards contributions

Major infrastructure or engineering projects

With respect to pay and legal status:

You will be legally classified as an hourly contractor for Mercor

We will pay you at the end of each week via Stripe Connect

Screening Process:

• You will need to complete a short interview and form, which will take a total of 20–30 minutes to fully apply

About MercorMercor specializes in recruiting experts for top AI labs and is based in San Francisco, CA. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Apply today and leverage your engineering expertise to advance cutting-edge AI models!

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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