About the job
Please submit your CV in English and specify your English proficiency level.
Mindrift bridges talented professionals with project-driven AI roles for prominent tech firms, emphasizing the assessment, evaluation, and enhancement of AI systems. This is a project-based opportunity and does not imply permanent employment.
Opportunity Overview
Each project presents distinct challenges, and contributors may be tasked to:
- Create graduate- and industry-level automotive engineering problems based on practical applications;
- Review AI-generated solutions for accuracy, underlying assumptions, and engineering rationale;
- Verify analytical or numerical outputs using Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas);
- Enhance AI reasoning to align with foundational principles and recognized engineering practices;
- Employ structured scoring metrics to evaluate complex problem-solving.
Candidate Profile
This role is ideal for automotive engineers with Python expertise who are open to part-time, non-permanent assignments. Preferred qualifications include:
- A degree in Automotive Engineering or related disciplines (e.g., Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, etc.);
- A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in automotive engineering;
- Exceptional written English skills (C1/C2 proficiency);
- Proficient in Python for numerical verification;
- A reliable internet connection.
Professional certifications (e.g., PE, CEng, PMP) and experience in international or applied projects are a plus.
Process Overview
Application → Qualification Assessment → Project Participation → Task Completion → Compensation
Project Commitment
Tasks for this project are anticipated to require approximately 10–20 hours per week during active phases, contingent on project needs. This is an estimation and not a guaranteed workload.
Compensation
- Compensated contributions at rates of up to $55/hour*
- Fixed project rates or individual rates based on project specifics
- Incentive payments may be included for some projects
*Note: Rates vary based on expertise, skills evaluation, location, project requirements, and other factors. Specialized experts may receive higher rates. Lower rates may apply during onboarding or non-core project phases. Payment details are provided per project.

