Automotive Engineering & Python Expert - Freelance AI Trainer
Mindrift offers remote, project-based opportunities for specialists to test, evaluate, and improve AI systems for top tech companies. This flexible, freelance arrangement involves designing complex automotive engineering problems, assessing AI solutions, and validating analytical results using Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas). Compensation is competitive, with rates up to $40/hour, based on skills and project needs; incentives may be available.
Ideal candidates have a degree in Automotive Engineering or related fields, at least 3 years’ professional experience, strong English proficiency (C1/C2), and advanced Python skills for numerical tasks. Certifications like PE, CEng, or PMP and prior experience in global or applied projects are strong assets. A reliable internet connection is required.
Participation is not permanent employment but involves project-based assignments averaging 10–20 hours per week during active periods. Candidates should submit their CV in English and specify their level of English proficiency.
Please submit your CV in English and indicate your level of English proficiency.
Mindrift connects specialists with project-based AI opportunities for leading tech companies, focused on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. Participation is project-based, not permanent employment.
What this opportunity involves
While each project involves unique tasks, contributors may:
- Design graduate- and industry-level automotive engineering problems grounded in real practice;
- Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness, assumptions, and engineering logic;
- Validate analytical or numerical results using Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas);
- Improve AI reasoning to align with first principles and accepted engineering standards;
- Apply structured scoring criteria to assess multi-step problem solving.
What we look for
This opportunity is a good fit for automotive engineers with an experience in python open to part-time, non-permanent projects. Ideally, contributors will have:
- Degree in Automotive Engineering or related fields, e.g. Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, etc.
- 3+ years of professional automotive engineering experience
- Strong written English (C1/C2)
- Strong Python proficiency for numerical validation
- Stable internet connection
Professional certifications (e.g., PE, CEng, PMP) and experience in international or applied projects are an advantage.
How it works
Apply → Pass qualification(s) → Join a project → Complete tasks → Get paid
Project time expectations
For this project, tasks are estimated to require around 10–20 hours per week during active phases, based on project requirements. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload, and applies only while the project is active.
Payment
- Paid contributions, with rates up to $40/hour*
- Fixed project rate or individual rates, depending on the project
- Some projects include incentive payments
*Note: Rates vary based on expertise, skills assessment, location, project needs, and other factors. Higher rates may be offered to highly specialized experts. Lower rates may apply during onboarding or non-core project phases. Payment details are shared per project.
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