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Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Mercor Remote, Canada, UK

Education

Any

Type

hourly

Pay Rate (by country)

$60–$95/hr

Listed

199d ago

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What We Know About This Role

Weekly hours
15 hrs/week

About this Role

From the Mercor listing

Mercor is recruiting Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians to work on a research project for one of the world’s top AI companies. This project involves using your professional experience to design questions related to your occupation as a Civil Engineering Technologist and Technician. Applicants must:

  • Have 4+ years full-time work experience in this occupation;
  • Be based in the US, UK, or Canada
  • We aim to make the hourly compensation rate offered to you competitive based on your professional background and geographic location (please note that the listed hourly compensation scale is for U.S.-based applicants and that the scale will differ depending on where a candidate is geographically based)
  • This project requires that you be able to commit a minimum of 15 hours per week
  • We currently estimate that this project will last through mid 2026 and quite possibly longer. Please note that this estimate is subject to change - but if this listing is still up, then that means that the project is still running!
  • Please note you will need access to a desktop or laptop computer for this project and that we cannot accept applicants who use chromebook computers

Requirements

  • Must be eligible to work in one of: Remote, Canada, UK
  • Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
  • Reliable high-speed internet connection
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Demonstrated expertise in STEM

Why This Role

No office, no fixed hours, no relocation. This Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians role pays $77.5/hr fully remote, giving you access to STEM work that would otherwise be limited to a handful of major cities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mercor for freelancers or full-time contractors?

Mercor places you with one client for a defined engagement, like 'Python Tutor for 3 months', rather than having you grab small tasks from a shared queue. Most roles function as steady contract work, not one-off gigs.

Does Mercor's application require an on-camera interview?

Yes, every applicant records a video interview with an AI interviewer that asks questions about your resume. Clients review that recording to judge communication skills before matching, so there's no way to apply without going on camera.

Does it cost money to apply to Mercor?

No, applying and joining Mercor is free. Mercor's revenue comes from a fee it charges the client on top of your hourly rate, not from applicants. Treat any request for payment to join as a red flag.

Is academic-niche AI training just data labeling?

No, it's closer to academic research. Expect to write or verify complex proofs, solve advanced equations, or check the logic behind a model's step-by-step reasoning. The goal is teaching AI systems to reason deeply within your specific field.

Do I need a PhD for academic-niche AI training roles?

For the top pay tiers, a PhD or current enrollment is usually expected. But the domain assessment is what actually decides it: if you can solve the problems, the degree becomes secondary.

Is academic-niche AI training a continuous job?

Usually not. Work runs in campaigns, like training a model specifically on quantum mechanics, that might last a few weeks. Treat it as a high-paying fellowship or grant rather than a permanent daily job.

What does STEM work look like for a Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians?

Tasks here are scoped to STEM, not generic labeling. As a Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians, expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to STEM) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on STEM background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.

How many hours per week does this role require?

Based on the listing, this role is scoped at about 15 hours per week. Treat this as a real commitment expectation, not a loose estimate.

What happens when I click Apply on this listing?

You'll be taken to Mercor's external site to complete your application there. This listing links through a referral, but the process is identical to applying directly; the link just routes you correctly. Create an account on their site and follow their onboarding steps.

Can I apply from outside Canada, UK?

This specific role is restricted to Canada, UK. If you are outside these locations, applying is unlikely to result in an offer even if you pass the assessment. Check the full job description for any VPN or tax-residency caveats.

How soon will I start working after applying to Mercor?

Not immediately. Mercor is a talent marketplace, not a task queue, so applying puts you in a pool of candidates. You start working only once a specific client, like a major AI lab, selects your profile, and that matching process can take weeks.