Chief Engineer / Mechanical Engineering Project Lead

Accountabilities: Design realistic engineering projects covering mechanical design, engineering analysis, manufacturing, and testing. Develop practical project scenarios that reflect real-world engineering challenges, industry standards, and professional workflows. Translate high-level objectives into detailed engineering requirements, operating constraints, technical specifications, and measurable acceptance criteria. Break down complex engineering challenges into structured tasks with clearly defined inputs, outputs, dependencies, and deliverables. Define responsibilities and technical contributions for specialists across multiple engineering disciplines. Establish technical evaluation frameworks to assess the quality, feasibility, accuracy, and completeness of engineering solutions. Apply engineering expertise to assess design decisions, technical trade-offs, and project constraints. Integrate design verification, Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), testing procedures, and root-cause analysis into project workflows. Ensure that all project scenarios and deliverables reflect realistic engineering practices and technical expectations. Requirements: Substantial professional experience as a Chief Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, or in a comparable engineering leadership position. Proven track record of leading complex engineering projects involving multiple technical disciplines. Strong expertise in mechanical design, engineering analysis, and technical execution. Practical knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles. Hands-on experience with technical verification, engineering testing, and root-cause analysis. Ability to translate complex engineering objectives into structured requirements, technical tasks, and measurable acceptance criteria. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams, defining technical responsibilities, and managing project dependencies. Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and technical communication skills. English proficiency at B2 level or higher. Previous experience with AI technologies or AI training projects is not required. Benefits: Remote work: Fully remote contract opportunity. Flexible location: Primarily targeting US-based candidates, with international applicants who have highly relevant experience also considered. Contract engagement: Opportunity to contribute as an independent contractor. Specialized project: Work on an AI training initiative focused on complex, real-world engineering workflows. Technical impact: Apply your engineering expertise to shape realistic project scenarios and evaluation frameworks for AI systems. Leadership opportunity: Leverage your senior-level experience without requiring a transition into a traditional engineering management position. No AI experience required: Your professional engineering knowledge and practical industry experience are the primary qualifications.