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Computational Structural & Mechanical Engineering Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $70-$85/hour ... Remote Commitment: 15-20 hours/week Role Responsibilities * Design challenging computational ...

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... computational mechanics * A strong publication record, preferably including at least three first ...

Computational Design Research Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$100K - $140K/yr

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If you've spent time around mechanical systems or engineering design, that's a big plus, because a ... Remote-first work environment • Fully funded company offsites and team gatherings • ...

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... computational approaches in cattle and mouse models to investigate the molecular mechanisms ...

Sr. Hydro Mechanical Engineer

$120K - $165K/yr

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Conduct or supervise finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD ... This role is designated as remote, giving you the flexibility to primarily work from home while ...

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How much do remote computational mechanics jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote computational mechanics in the United States is $54.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.88 and $73.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Computational Mechanics vs Remote Structural Analyst?

AspectRemote Computational MechanicsRemote Structural Analyst
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, proficiency in FEA softwareEngineering degree, experience with structural analysis tools
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, engineering firms, remote optionsConstruction, manufacturing, remote options
Industry UsageAutomotive, aerospace, civil engineeringConstruction, infrastructure, manufacturing
Common Search IntentSimulation, finite element analysis, modelingStructural integrity, load analysis, design validation

Remote Computational Mechanics and Remote Structural Analyst roles both involve engineering analysis but focus on different aspects. Computational mechanics emphasizes simulation and modeling of physical systems, often using FEA software, while structural analysts concentrate on assessing structural integrity and load performance. Both roles require engineering credentials and are used across engineering industries, with some remote opportunities available for each.

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Infographic showing various Remote Computational Mechanics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,249 per year, or $54.9 per hour.

Computational Mechanics Expert - PhD

Mercor

New York, NY • Remote

$70 - $85/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

About the job

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.

Position: Computational Structural & Mechanical Engineering Expert
Type: Contract
Compensation: $70–$85/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 15–20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Design challenging computational problems to test AI capabilities in solving scientific and engineering tasks.
  • Develop problems requiring skilled use of open-source, domain-specific computational tools like FEniCSx/DOLFINx, OpenFOAM, deal.II, and others.
  • Evaluate AI models by testing them against state-of-the-art benchmarks and refine problems to achieve the desired difficulty.
  • Collaborate with AI research teams to improve problem designs and ensure they test strategic reasoning and problem-solving.
  • Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and refine problem designs based on feedback.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • Graduate-level training in a relevant STEM field (MS, PhD, or equivalent research experience).
  • Proven proficiency with at least one of the listed scientific software libraries through research publications, open-source contributions, or professional work.
  • Strong Python skills for writing problem setups, oracle functions, and solution validators.
  • Ability to work independently and refine problem designs based on feedback.
  • Comfortable working in a Linux/terminal environment with remote compute sandboxes.

Preferred

  • Experience across multiple listed domains or tools.
  • Familiarity with benchmark or evaluation design.
  • Background in scientific teaching or exam/problem-set design.
  • Experience with computational reproducibility and containerized environments.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Upload resume
  • AI interview based on your resume
  • Submit form

Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/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.