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Computational Engineering Expert

Global Remote Contract Posted 26 May 2026

$40–$60/hour

About this role

Job Title: Computational Engineering Expert

Job Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

Job Summary: In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leverage your expertise in computational, simulation, or systems engineering to inform advanced AI benchmarking and evaluation processes.
  • Analyze and provide feedback on AI models’ performance in realistic engineering scenarios related to CFD, FEA, robotics, and more.
  • Review, assess, and enhance technical datasets, workflows, and simulation results for quality and accuracy.
  • Utilize domain-specific tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, COMSOL, OpenFOAM, and MATLAB to validate engineering solutions.
  • Create detailed written assessments and communicate complex technical insights clearly with the team.
  • Collaborate with a diverse group of domain experts to identify gaps and opportunities for AI model improvement.
  • Contribute to the development of robust, real-world benchmarks for AI systems in computational engineering fields.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • PhD or equivalent industry/research experience in a computational, simulation, or systems engineering discipline.
  • Proven expertise in areas such as CFD, FEA, computational mechanics, robotics, control systems, or signal processing.
  • Hands-on experience with simulation, analytical, or technical modeling tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, MATLAB, OpenFOAM).
  • Strong problem-solving and systems-thinking skills, with a commitment to technical excellence.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear knowledge transfer and collaborative work.
  • Comfortable with scripting and scientific workflows in Python and/or MATLAB.
  • Ability to synthesize complex domain knowledge into actionable insights for interdisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience applying AI/ML techniques within engineering domains or workflows.
  • Familiarity with HPC, optimization, or large-scale simulation environments.
  • Publication record, patents, or deep R&D involvement in computational engineering or simulation.

Skills

computational fluid dynamics (cfd)finite element analysis (fea)matlabpythonansysabaqusopenfoamcomsolsimulation modelingsystems engineeringtechnical dataset reviewdomain-specific tool expertiseproblem-solvingsystems thinking

Sourced from micro1 via Micro1 · original listing · application link last checked 30 Jul 2026

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