Research Engineer

Overview

This contract role is for a PhD-level engineer based in Canada who can work remotely for 10 to 40 hours per week. The position offers hourly compensation in the range of $80 to $90.

What you will do

• Produce well-supported written answers to advanced engineering questions within your subject-matter area.
• Read and evaluate scientific publications to add up-to-date, accurate context to technical work.
• Create and describe realistic experimental setups grounded in advanced engineering concepts.
• Work with data, draw conclusions, and use those findings to help shape AI training datasets.
• Use advanced calculus and quantitative techniques to solve technical problems.
• Submit work that is complete, precise, and aligned with the provided instructions.

What the role calls for

• Substantial hands-on experience in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Proven capability in calculus, data interpretation, research methods, and experimental planning.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills with the ability to explain technical ideas clearly.
• Ability to review academic literature and combine findings from multiple sources into coherent insights.
• Exposure to or curiosity about AI, machine learning, or other technology-focused projects is advantageous.

Application process

Applicants are expected to go through a multi-step review that includes an initial resume assessment and an interview stage. Selected candidates will be contacted by email with next steps.