TuringCoding & software eval

Engineering – Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Worldwide

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About this role, in Turing's words

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.

What you'll do

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.

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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

Candidate background

What this role asks for

10+ yrs experience
Process Modelling
Python
MATLAB
KiCad

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10+ yrs experience: “…and simulation tools • Candidates must have a minimum of 10+ years of experience working in CAD engineering and simulation-focused organizations • Strong…”
Process Modelling: “listed by the platform under required skills: Process Modelling”
Python: “listed by the platform under required skills: Python”
MATLAB: “listed by the platform under required skills: MATLAB”
KiCad: “listed by the platform under required skills: KiCad”

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Pay

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Weekly hours: 20–40 hrs/week
Eligibility: Worldwide
Posted: 7 Oct 2026

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JOB POSTING START
Title: Engineering – Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
Platform: Turing
Open to: Worldwide
Country limits: None published by the platform
Posted: 2026-10-07

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]
JOB POSTING END

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Full job descriptionThe original posting, in Turing's words

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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 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]

Working with TuringPay, getting started and work, from Turing's own pages

What the platform publishes in general. These are not extra terms confirmed for this particular role.

Getting paid: Paid monthly, around the 5th, straight to your bank account, or inside Deel on projects run through Deel. Its help articles disagree on whether that is the 5th calendar day or business day. help.turing.com/articles/9691407757-project-onboarding, help.turing.com/articles/6582454854-what-if-i-haven-t-rec..., help.turing.com/articles/1226770947-project-offboarding
Before your first paid task: A short application, with tests on some roles. Turing's review article says an interview is typically required for all roles. Onboarding covers the terms, ID verification with a driver's license or passport, and tax and payment details. help.turing.com/articles/2020987592-apply-for-jobs-at-turing, help.turing.com/articles/9179629201-how-long-does-the-app..., help.turing.com/articles/9691407757-project-onboarding
How much work: Review takes from 48 hours to 6 weeks after you finish applying, and the client makes the final choice. No reply within 6 weeks usually means you were not selected. help.turing.com/articles/9179629201-how-long-does-the-app..., help.turing.com/articles/2020987592-apply-for-jobs-at-turing
Contract: Depending on the project, the engagement rests on Turing's Terms of Service and a Service Agreement, on Deel, or on a partner that provides the contract. help.turing.com/articles/6582454854-what-if-i-haven-t-rec...

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Pay across the field: Coding & software eval

Across 394 roles in this field with a stated hourly rate in US dollars, on 14 platforms, the middle half pays $65 to $120 an hour at the top of the range, and the median is $95.

The 5 platforms with the most roles, of the 14 counted above.
Platform	Roles	Top of range, per hour
Alignerr	137	$50 to $400 · median $100
micro1	46	$35 to $350 · median $110
Handshake AI	43	$47 to $125 · median $80
Meridial (Invisible)	34	$22 to $150 · median $60
Mercor	33	$60 to $200 · median $105

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First seen here on 7 Oct 2026, and still on Turing's list when we last read it on 13 Oct 2026.

Posted by Turing: 7 Oct 2026
First seen by AIPayList: 7 Oct 2026
Last seen live: 13 Oct 2026
Listing ID: 111494

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