Remote CAD Engineer for AI Training

Prolific Academic Ltd; United States; Remote; USD 99,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolific Academic Ltd seeks an AI Trainer – Mechanical Engineers with strong CAD expertise to join a remote advisory program. You will design CAD objects, write Python validation scripts, and help train next-generation AI models. Participation is through an invited talent pool, with vetting and screening steps before project invitations.

The role pays up to $120/hour for the main study, with vetting surveys and calls required prior to invitation, and is open to engineers globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong proficiency with open-source CAD software (FreeCAD, KiCad or similar).
• Python development experience and ability to write scripts.
• Experience writing validation scripts (beyond using pre-built tools).
• Comfortable with the command line and Linux/Windows environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design physical objects suitable for 3D printing using open-source CAD software.
• Capture workflow, tool usage, and design decisions to help train AI models.
• Write and execute Python validation scripts for design workflows.
• Handle tasks across Simple, Moderate, and Complex levels with defined hours.

Skills

Python development

Validation scripts

Command line

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

FreeCAD

KiCad

Open-source CAD

Job description

Prolific Academic Ltd seeks an AI Trainer – Mechanical Engineers with strong CAD expertise to join a remote advisory program. You will design CAD objects, write Python validation scripts, and help train next-generation AI models. Participation is through an invited talent pool, with vetting and screening steps before project invitations.

The role pays up to $120/hour for the main study, with vetting surveys and calls required prior to invitation, and is open to engineers globally.