CAD & Simulation Consultant – Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
Turing • Remote
Education
Master's
Type
Hourly
Listed
135d ago
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About Turing
Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world's leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems. Turing supports customers in two ways: first, by accelerating frontier research with high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, plus top AI researchers who specialize in coding, reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents; and second, by applying that expertise to help enterprises transform AI from proof of concept into proprietary intelligence with systems that perform reliably, deliver measurable impact, and drive lasting results on the P&L.
Role Overview
We are seeking experienced Electrical Engineers to design, solve, and review simulation-led engineering tasks used to train and evaluate advanced AI models. The role requires strong technical fundamentals, practical simulation expertise, and the ability to produce clear, reproducible engineering solutions.We are hiring for a PAA-based project, seeking candidates with strong hands-on experience in CAD modeling and simulation tools. This role is ideal for experienced aerospace, mechanical and electrical engineering professionals with deep expertise in design, CAD engineering, and simulation workflows.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop CAD models and perform simulation/analysis for aero, mech and elec components
- Validate designs using industry-standard tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS, MATLAB)
- Develop realistic electrical engineering problem statements, simulation models, calculations, schematics, and supporting technical assets.
- Define inputs, assumptions, constraints, operating conditions, output metrics, and objective acceptance criteria.
- Validate results through analytical checks and review other engineers’ submissions for technical correctness and completeness.
- Translate technical requirements into simulation models and workflows
- Optimize designs based on simulation results
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
- Document methodologies, processes, and outcomes
Key Requirements
- Strong proficiency in CAD engineering and simulation tools
- Candidates must have a minimum of 10+ years of experience working in CAD engineering and simulation-focused organizations
- Strong aerospace/mechanical/electrical engineering fundamentals
- Hands-on experience with modeling, simulation, or design projects
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Robust engineering problem definition
- Modelling and simulation
- Analytical validation and sanity checking
- Design trade-off analysis
- Technical documentation
- Peer review and quality assessment
- Clear communication of assumptions and engineering decisions
- Proficiency in the following tools as per their domain:- Mechanical: FreeCAD, CalculiX, Gmsh, ParaView, Python, Cura/PrusaSlicer- Aerospace: OpenRocket, OpenVSP, XFoil, AVL, OpenFOAM/SU2, FreeCAD, Python- Electrical: KiCad, ngspice, Qucs-S, Python, Octave, FEMM, openEMS
- Professional proficiency in one or more relevant tools is required, including: MATLAB/Simulink, Simscape Electrical, LTspice, PSpice, ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, OpenDSS, Ansys Maxwell, COMSOL, Altium Designer, KiCad, AutoCAD Electrical, or EPLAN. Python or MATLAB scripting experience for automation, analysis, and result processing is preferred.
- For Electrical Engineering talents: Strong fundamentals in circuit analysis, power systems, electrical machines, power electronics, control systems, protection, grounding, instrumentation, or electronics design. Deep practical expertise in at least one electrical engineering specialisation is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- PHD in Mech, Elec, Aero domains
- Prior experience working with leading aerospace or engineering companies is highly preferred
Offer Details
- Commitments Required: Minimum 20hrs/week (Upto 40 hours per week) with at least 4 hours PST overlap
- Employment type : Contractor assignment (no medical/paid leave)
- Duration of contract : 8 weeks; [expected start date is next week]
How long hiring takes
Across the AI training platforms we refer candidates to, the median gap between referral and hire is about 30 days. It varies by platform and role, so treat it as a rough guide for this one.
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What to Expect
Looking at Turing STEM listings we've tracked, contracts in this domain typically run about 8.5 weeks. Actual length varies by project, but this gives you a realistic baseline going in.
Based on 11 extracted Turing STEM listings.
Why this role
This CAD & Simulation Consultant role is for engineers spanning aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering to evaluate AI-generated CAD and simulation work. The role rewards hands-on CAD tooling experience over general engineering theory.
Talent pool
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Common questions
How and when does Turing pay contractors?
Monthly, in USD, via Deel, Payoneer, or direct bank transfer. You're engaged as an independent contractor responsible for your own local taxes. Plan your cash flow around a monthly cycle if you're used to weekly payouts elsewhere.
Do I need to be a software engineer to work for Turing?
No, not anymore. Turing built its name matching senior engineers with Silicon Valley companies, but it has since expanded into AGI infrastructure work and now hires non-engineering domain experts, technical writers, and researchers for post-training data annotation and RLHF. A strong analytical background and excellent English matter more than coding ability.
Is AI training work the same as traditional consulting?
No. Instead of client deliverables, you're given complex scenarios to evaluate: grading the AI's logic, correcting its hallucinations, and supplying expert-level reasoning it doesn't have on its own. The job is closer to teaching than consulting.
Why do these AI training roles pay so much?
Because general knowledge isn't what's being tested. The model already knows the basics; what it needs is expertise on edge cases, the rare, difficult, highly technical judgment calls only a senior professional in the field would make correctly.
What does STEM work look like for a CAD & Simulation Consultant – Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering?
Tasks here are scoped to STEM, not generic labeling. As a CAD & Simulation Consultant – Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, 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.
What specific skills does this listing call for?
Process Modelling, Python, MATLAB, and KiCad are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening process to test for them directly rather than accepting adjacent experience as a substitute.
How much does this specific role pay?
The listing doesn't state a rate. The $25–$55/hr shown here is our estimate from the role type and location (see /pay-methodology), so treat it as a rough guide and confirm the actual rate with the platform before committing time.
What happens when I click Apply on this listing?
You'll be taken to Turing'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.
Do I need a Master's to qualify?
This role lists a master's degree as a requirement. In practice, the domain assessment is the real gate. If you can pass it, the degree is usually secondary. However, some platforms verify credentials formally, so list your actual qualifications accurately on your profile.