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Mechanical Engineer & Python Specialist - Freelance AI Trainer

MindriftRemote — San Antonio, Texas, United States
Remote Part-time $69/hr - $69/hr

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Qualifications

This role is ideal for engineers with Python expertise who are open to part-time, non-permanent projects. Preferred qualifications include: A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline; Proficiency in Python for numerical validation. Familiarity with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or any domain-specific programming language is acceptable; A minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience, which may include applied, research, or teaching roles; A solid grasp of practical engineering constraints and approximations; Exceptional written English skills (C1 or higher); Professional certifications (e.g., CMME, SAS Certifications, CAP) and experience with international or applied projects are advantageous.

About the job

Please submit your CV in English and specify your English proficiency level.

This freelance, project-based role with Mindrift connects mechanical engineering professionals skilled in Python to contribute to AI projects for leading technology companies. Work is remote, with a focus on assignments for clients in San Antonio, Texas, United States.

What you will do

  • Design computational engineering problems that reflect real-world scenarios and processes
  • Create challenges that involve Python programming for engineering calculations and simulations
  • Develop tasks that require numerical methods or iterative approaches, ensuring computational intensity
  • Build scenarios focused on system design, optimization, and analytical problem-solving
  • Base assignments on actual research challenges or practical engineering applications
  • Validate solutions using Python and standard engineering libraries
  • Document problem statements and provide verified solutions

Requirements

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
  • Proficiency in Python for numerical validation; experience with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or other domain-specific languages is a plus
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience (applied, research, or teaching)
  • Solid understanding of practical engineering constraints and approximations
  • Excellent written English skills (C1 level or above)
  • Professional certifications (such as CMME, SAS, CAP) and experience with international or applied projects are advantageous

Project workflow

  1. Apply
  2. Pass qualifications
  3. Join a project
  4. Complete assigned tasks
  5. Receive compensation

Time commitment

Active project phases typically require an estimated 10–20 hours per week. Actual workload may vary depending on project needs.

Compensation

Earn up to $69 per hour, with rates based on expertise and pace. Compensation varies by project, reflecting scope, complexity, and required skills.

About Mindrift

Mindrift connects skilled professionals with project-based AI opportunities from top technology firms, focusing on testing, evaluating, and enhancing AI systems.

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