About the job
Please submit your resume in English and specify your English proficiency level.
Mindrift offers project-based assignments for professionals in technology fields, focusing on testing and improving AI systems. This freelance role is not a permanent position and is open to candidates based in Wisconsin, United States. All work is remote.
Role overview
This freelance AI Trainer position blends electrical engineering knowledge with Python programming. The role centers on designing and verifying engineering problems that challenge AI systems, using real-world scenarios and computational methods.
Main responsibilities
- Design computational engineering problems that mirror real engineering workflows
- Create tasks requiring Python programming for calculations and simulations
- Ensure problems involve numerical methods or iterative solutions and are computationally intensive
- Develop challenges in system design, optimization, and analysis
- Base problems on research topics or practical engineering applications
- Verify solutions using Python and standard engineering libraries
- Document problem statements clearly and provide accurate, verified answers
Requirements
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- Proficiency in Python for numerical validation; familiarity with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or similar tools is also acceptable
- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience (applied, research, or teaching)
- Understanding of practical engineering constraints and approximations
- Strong written English skills at C1 level or above
- Professional certifications (such as CMME, SAS Certifications, CAP) and experience with international or applied projects are considered a plus
How to apply
- Apply
- Pass qualifications
- Join a project
- Complete tasks
- Receive compensation
Time commitment
Project phases usually require about 10-20 hours per week. Actual workload may shift depending on project needs.
Compensation
Contributors can earn up to $69 per hour, depending on experience and contribution speed. Rates may vary by project based on complexity, scope, and required expertise. Other projects on Mindrift may offer different compensation levels.

