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Mechanical Engineer at Mercor
posted 1 month agoMechanical Engineer | $1,500/hr | Worldwide Remote | Short-Term Contract (4–5 Weeks)
Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research lab to bring on experienced Mechanical Engineers for a focused, high-impact engagement. You'll contribute domain expertise to support next-generation machine learning infrastructure and research initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Create professional tasks and deliverables that reflect real-world challenges within the mechanical engineering domain
- Diagnose and solve practical problems to support cutting-edge AI research and infrastructure development
- Deliver high-quality work within defined timelines to qualify for ongoing hourly compensation
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of professional experience in mechanical engineering
- Availability of at least 20 hours per week, with the flexibility to scale up to 30+ hours
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment
Engagement Details
- Start Date: Immediate
- Duration: Approximately 4–5 weeks
- Payment Structure: Task-based upon first task approval; experts who complete their first task on time qualify for hourly pay for the remainder of the project
This is a unique opportunity to apply your mechanical engineering expertise to frontier AI research. Apply now to get started immediately.
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.