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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote mechanical reasoning in the United States is $28.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Mechanical Reasoning vs Remote Mechanical Design?

AspectRemote Mechanical ReasoningRemote Mechanical Design
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, technical certificationsEngineering degree, CAD certifications
Work EnvironmentProblem-solving, analysis, testingCAD software, drafting, modeling
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, engineering firms, R&DProduct design, industrial design, engineering firms
Common Search & ComparisonFocus on analysis and reasoning skillsFocus on design and drafting skills

Remote Mechanical Reasoning involves analyzing mechanical problems, testing concepts, and applying engineering principles, while Remote Mechanical Design centers on creating detailed mechanical drawings and models using CAD software. Both roles require engineering backgrounds but differ in daily tasks and skill focus.

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Infographic showing various Remote Mechanical Reasoning job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,222 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

ALD Expert - Thin-Film Specialist

Mercor

New York, NY • Remote

$84/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 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: Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) Experts
Type: Contract
Compensation: $84/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Contribute domain expertise across ALD process development, precursor chemistry, and thin-film characterization to build high-quality training and evaluation data.
  • Review and evaluate AI-generated scientific reasoning, catching errors and improving technical accuracy.
  • Design and solve challenging, expert-level problems in ALD and semiconductor processing.
  • Rate and rank model outputs against defined scientific criteria, with clear written reasoning.
  • Structure technical knowledge—process parameters, recipes, characterization results—into well-organized, model-ready data.
  • Deliver reliable, high-quality work within defined timelines.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • Hands-on experience developing, optimizing, or troubleshooting ALD processes.
  • Deep knowledge of thin-film deposition for semiconductor or advanced-packaging applications.
  • A strong grasp of precursor chemistry and surface reaction mechanisms.
  • Experience with materials characterization (XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, ellipsometry, etc.).
  • An advanced degree (PhD/MS) or equivalent hands-on experience in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or physics.
  • Clear written English and the ability to explain technical reasoning precisely.

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.