Hybrid Mechanical Engineer – Data, ML

at Foundation EGI

• Job title: Mechanical Engineer – Data, ML
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Boston, United States

About the role

• Mechanical Engineer at a Silicon Valley startup developing AI Copilot for design and manufacturing. Creating mechanical solutions and datasets to enhance AI learning and engineering processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and build high-quality mechanical components and assemblies in CAD to serve as ground truth for training and evaluating AI systems.
• Define and maintain standards for model quality, metadata, and annotation to ensure consistency and reliability across datasets.
• Collaborate closely with ML, software, and product teams to shape dataset requirements and influence model behavior through representative engineering examples.
• Manage and guide a team of external contractors, including writing SOPs, reviewing output quality, and ensuring timely delivery of data assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong foundation in machine design, product development, and design for manufacturing (DFM).
• Experience with one or more CAD platforms (e.g., Siemens NX, SolidWorks) with the aptitude to pick up new ones quickly. Strong attention to detail and appreciation for data/model quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially when documenting processes or communicating across teams.
• Experience managing external contractors or vendors, including writing clear standard operating procedures (SOPs), reviewing work quality, and providing feedback.