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Remote Mechanical Engineering Specialist (Contract & Fractional Role)

RemoteJob Staffing • Remote (US, UK, Canada, Australia, NZ, Ireland) • Posted Today (4h ago)
Compensation: $80 - $150/hour
Engagement: Contract / Remote
Location: 100% Remote

Are you a domain specialist skilled in Python, Mechanical Engineering? RemoteJob Staffing is seeking a remote Remote Mechanical Engineering Specialist (Contract & Fractional Role) ($80 - $150/hour) to help train and validate frontier AI systems through structured problem authoring, rubric design, and analytical output auditing from anywhere in the US, UK, Canada, or Australia.

Day-to-Day Impact

  • Perform structural, thermal, dynamic, fatigue, buckling, vibration, or related analyses.
  • Use Python to automate model preparation, simulation, parameter sweeps, optimization, postprocessing, and verification.
  • An MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline; or
  • A BS in Mechanical Engineering plus at least 1–2 years of relevant professional experience in mechanical design, analysis, simulation, testing, or R&D.
  • Strong understanding of applied mechanics and mechanical-engineering fundamentals.
  • Experience developing analytical, computational, or simulation-based engineering solutions.
  • Practical proficiency with Python and coding agents.

Essential Background & Expertise

  • Compensation is output-based. Experts are paid per task that meets the project specifications. The time required to complete each task may vary depending on the expert’s experience and workflow.
  • Minimum submission requirements apply.
  • Start Timeline & Availability
  • We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts who are ready to begin immediately. If selected, you will be expected to start your first task within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.
  • Compensation Band: $80 - $150/hour
  • Work Location: Remote (100% Remote / Asynchronous Flexibility)
  • Available Openings: 100 open positions

Rate & Flexible Work Terms

  • Compensation Rate: $80 - $150/hour (contract specialist remuneration)
  • Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
  • Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
  • Core Competencies: Python, Mechanical Engineering
  • Hiring Agency: RemoteJob Staffing

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