Mechanical Engineering Expert | $65-$90/hr Remote
Overview
This remote, part-time role gives licensed mechanical engineers a front-row seat in AI research and development. You'll use your professional expertise to evaluate and improve how AI systems understand mechanical engineering—checking content for accuracy, answering technical questions, and offering insights from your daily practice. The engagement is flexible, about 10 hours per week, with the chance to expand over time. You'll work alongside a small group of subject-matter experts from other engineering disciplines.
What You'll Do5
- 1Assess written materials and AI-generated answers in your specialty, checking for scientific and technical correctness.
- 2Respond to technical questions with clear, reasoned explanations grounded in your professional engineering experience.
- 3Suggest authoritative references, codes, and resources relevant to mechanical engineering practice.
- 4Share how mechanical engineers really operate—the tools, workflows, and standards used on the job—so AI outputs become more realistic.
- 5Coordinate with a compact cross-functional team of domain experts to refine model behavior and output quality.
Requirements6
- 1A degree in mechanical engineering and a current Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States.
- 2Some 2+ years of professional experience in mechanical engineering, ideally across thermodynamics/HVAC, structural/mechanical design, or manufacturing.
- 3Hands-on familiarity with ASME standards and common engineering tools like SolidWorks, ANSYS, or AutoCAD.
- 4A plus if you have experience writing specs, technical documentation, or training content.
- 5Comfortable using everyday AI tools such as ChatGPT.
- 6US-based with professional English proficiency and the ability to commit reliably to ~10 hours per week.
Who Should Apply
This opportunity suits a practical, detail-oriented mechanical engineer who loves to teach and explain. You're someone who can spot subtle errors, give constructive feedback, and work independently in a remote setting. If you hold a PE license, have broad engineering exposure, and want to make AI smarter about your field, this role is a great fit.
Salary Insight
Compensation is $65–$90 per hour, for roughly 10 hours per week. The role is W-2 employment through Cincinnatus LLC, who handles payroll and benefits.
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Application Tip
When you apply, showcase your specific niche—whether it's HVAC, thermodynamics, or manufacturing—and give an example of how you've explained a complex engineering concept to a non-specialist. Mention your level of comfort with AI tools like ChatGPT and any technical writing samples you can share.
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