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Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $100.00/hr

About the Job

Position: AI Tutor – Civil and Environmental Engineering Specialist. Type: Full-time. Compensation: $45–$100/hour. Location: Palo Alto, CA or Remote.

Role Responsibilities

• Use proprietary software to provide precise annotations and evaluations on civil and environmental engineering content.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and technical staff to design and enhance annotation tools and workflows.
• Apply subject‑matter expertise to assess and improve AI model reasoning and accuracy.
• Interpret evolving task instructions and execute complex assignments with consistency and attention to detail.
• Contribute to the creation of high‑quality datasets that improve AI understanding of engineering systems and practices.

Qualifications

Must‑Have

• Master’s degree or PhD in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and research abilities.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions with minimal oversight.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering data, research papers, and technical documentation.
• Passion for advancing technology and AI innovation.

Preferred

• PhD in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional or academic experience addressing real‑world civil or environmental engineering problems.
• Publications in reputable journals or technical outlets.
• Experience in AI tutoring, technical writing, or educational content development.
• Teaching or tutoring experience at the university or professional level.
• Previous work as a practicing civil or environmental engineer.

Compensation & Legal

• $45–$100/hour, depending on experience, education, and location.
• International pay ranges available upon request.

Application Process

• Submit your resume.
• Complete a brief evaluative task.
• Successful applicants will be invited for a final interview to discuss expertise, precision, and analytical approach.

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.