Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: AI Technical Content Specialist (STEM/Engineering Focus)
We're currently hiring for an AI Technical Content Specialist role, ideal for experienced engineers and applied science professionals who are interested in leveraging their technical expertise to help improve advanced AI systems. This is a fully remote, project-based position focused on reviewing AI-generated engineering and scientific content, identifying technical inaccuracies, developing realistic technical scenarios, and creating high-quality solutions that contribute to AI training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and evaluate AI-generated responses involving engineering analysis, scientific reasoning, calculations, and technical problem-solving.
• Identify errors in logic, assumptions, calculations, and technical accuracy.
• Develop realistic engineering and applied science problems based on professional experience.
• Create clear, technically rigorous solutions and explanations for AI training purposes.
• Assess AI-generated work against established quality standards and evaluation criteria.
• Provide constructive feedback to improve technical accuracy and reasoning.
• Analyze technical datasets and engineering information where applicable.
• Work independently while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional engineering or applied science experience (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Environmental, Materials, Energy, Physics, or related disciplines).
• Strong technical analysis, problem-solving, and calculation skills.
• Experience working with real-world engineering data, testing, experimentation, or simulation.
• Excellent technical writing and communication abilities.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• Ability to commit approximately 30-40 hours per week throughout a 12-week engagement.
• Must be currently located within the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a related engineering or scientific field.
• PE license or other relevant professional certifications.
• Experience with quality engineering, modeling, simulations, data visualization, or predictive analysis.
• Interest in AI, machine learning, and data-driven technologies.

Work Environment:

This is a fully remote position with a flexible schedule. The role emphasizes deep technical thinking, independent work, and detailed written analysis rather than traditional engineering project execution. It offers a unique opportunity to apply real-world engineering expertise in an innovative and rapidly growing AI-focused environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $125.00 - $125.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.