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Mechanical Engineering Professor for Remote Contract Teaching and Assessment

60–130/hr
Remote
contract
50 openings
Posted October 10, 2026
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Listing checked October 12, 2026 · pay as published by micro1

Key details

Pay
$60–130/hr
Location
Remote
Job type
contract
Openings
50
Posted
October 10, 2026

Overview

Senior mechanical engineering educators join a remote contractor project to help train next‑gen AI systems. You’ll create exam‑quality content in areas like solid and structural mechanics, dynamics and vibration, and thermal-fluids, including challenging questions and thorough answer rationales. The work centers on validating AI materials and collaborating asynchronously with other experts to uphold rigorous academic standards. Expect to submit a minimum number of tasks weekly and use digital workflow tools to keep records of assignments.

What You'll Do6

  • Design rigorous single‑answer exam questions aligned with graduate‑level complexity in your specialty.
  • Convert advanced topics from Solid & Structural Mechanics, Dynamics & Vibration & Control, or Thermal‑Fluids into high‑quality test content.
  • Draft clear explanations and rationales for each answer option to support learning and assessment accuracy.
  • Review AI‑generated mechanical engineering materials for technical precision and instructional value.
  • Collaborate asynchronously with subject matter experts and project coordinators to refine materials and ensure alignment with project standards.
  • Perform quality checks, revise content based on feedback, and maintain meticulous submission records using digital tools.

Requirements6

  • PhD or MS in Mechanical Engineering with teaching experience at university level in one or more core areas (Solid & Structural Mechanics, Dynamics & Vibration & Control, Thermal‑Fluids).
  • Experience authoring, grading, or reviewing graduate‑level exams, problem sets, or coursework.
  • Ability to translate complex mechanical engineering concepts into clear, exam‑ready written content.
  • Background in assessment design, rubric development, or creating educational content.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to technical detail.
  • Self‑motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently in a remote, asynchronous environment; familiarity with collaborative digital platforms is a plus.

Who Should Apply

The ideal candidate is an experienced university instructor or adjunct with hands‑on teaching in core ME topics and a track record of designing or evaluating graduate‑level assessments. This role may not fit someone lacking formal teaching experience or not comfortable producing exam‑centric material for graduate programs. Common reasons for a lower fit include limited experience in assessment design or difficulty translating advanced topics into concise, exam‑ready text, and a preference for synchronous collaboration over asynchronous work.

Salary Insight

Pay is task‑based and paid per completed deliverable; the source states $60–$130 per hour for compensation, but actual earnings depend on task volume and quality.

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Mechanical EngineeringSolid And Structural MechanicsDynamics And Vibration And ControlThermal FluidsTechnical WritingAssessment DesignEducational Content CreationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAttention To DetailTechnical AccuracyRemote CollaborationSelf MotivationOrganizationDigital Workflow Tools

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