Mechanical Engineering Expert - Remote

Mechanical Engineering Technician

Job Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Mechanical Engineering Technicians to support an advanced AI benchmark project. You will use your hands-on technical expertise to create realistic testing, data interpretation, and failure-diagnosis scenarios.

No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Create realistic technician tasks involving test setup, instrumentation, data collection, and failure diagnosis.
• Develop technical datasets such as test logs, calibration records, sensor outputs, and failure reports.
• Define accurate solution pathways and next-step recommendations based on test data.
• Create detailed 35+ point grading rubrics covering instrumentation, data interpretation, and failure analysis.
• Document test procedures, observations, results, and diagnostic findings clearly.
• Ensure tasks reflect real-world professional complexity rather than textbook scenarios.

Required Skills

• Test Setup
• Data Interpretation
• Failure Diagnosis
• Instrumentation
• Sensor & Data Acquisition
• Mechanical Testing
• Technical Documentation
• Data Analysis
• Quality & Troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical testing, laboratory, or production environments.
• Associate degree or relevant trade/technical credential preferred.
• Strong experience with instrumentation, sensors, data acquisition systems, and prototype testing.
• Ability to document test procedures, results, and failure modes accurately.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable working with CSVs, spreadsheets, PDFs, and technical datasets.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Compensation & Availability

Compensation is output-based, with payment per approved task. Minimum weekly submission requirements apply.

Selected experts should be ready to begin their first tasks within 24-48 hours of completing onboarding. Roles are typically filled within 48 hours.

Screening Questions

• How many years of hands-on mechanical testing or technician experience do you have?
• What experience do you have with instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition systems?
• Describe your experience with test setup and failure diagnosis.
• Have you worked with test logs, calibration records, sensor data, or failure reports?
• What technical documentation tools or formats do you regularly use?
• Are you comfortable creating detailed evaluation rubrics and diagnostic scenarios?
• How soon can you start?