Mechanical Engineer & Python Expert - Freelance AI Trainer
Join Mindrift, a remote platform connecting experts to project-based AI opportunities for top tech companies. This contract-based role involves designing mechanical engineering problems, validating AI-generated solutions, and improving AI reasoning, primarily using Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas). Contributors commit to 10–20 hours/week during active projects. Compensation is up to $40/hour, with rates and incentives varying by project, specialization, and performance.
Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields, at least 3 years’ professional experience, strong proficiency in Python, and written English at C1/C2 level. Experience in applied or international projects and certifications (PE, CEng, PMP) are valuable assets. Reliable internet connection is required.
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 isproject-based, not permanent employment.
What this opportunity involves
While each project involves unique tasks, contributors may:
- Design graduate- and industry-level mechanical 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 mechanical engineers with an experience in python open to part-time, non-permanent projects. Ideally, contributors will have:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields, e.g. Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Mechanical Design, Computational Mechanics, etc.
- 3+ years of professional mechanical 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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