PhD Mech Engineer - AI Tutor

About The Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position : AI Tutor – Mechanical Engineering Specialist

Type : Full-time

Compensation : $90,000–$200,000 / year

Location : Based in Palo Alto, CA (in-office, 5 days per week) or fully Remote

Commitment : Typical hours : 9 : 00am–5 : 30pm PST during training, then aligned with your local timezone

Role Responsibilities

• Use proprietary tools to label, annotate, and evaluate AI-generated data related to mechanical engineering.
• Provide expert feedback on technical problems and ensure the delivery of high-quality, curated datasets.
• Collaborate with research and engineering teams to refine annotation tools and data collection methods.
• Interpret evolving instructions accurately and apply sound professional judgment.
• Contribute to AI model improvement through rigorous analysis and expert input.

Qualifications

Must-Have

Preferred

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Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

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PS : Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Skills Required

Technical Writing, Mechanical Engineering, online databases