Industrial / Mechanical Engineer - Robotics

Hatch

Hatch

Other Engineering

Sydney, NSW, Australia

Posted on May 18, 2026
This is a Industrial / Mechanical Engineer - Robotics role with Mercor based in Sydney, NSW, Australia

== Mercor ==

Role Seniority - junior, mid level

More about the Industrial / Mechanical Engineer - Robotics role at Mercor

We're seeking industrial or mechanical engineers to help train AI-powered robotics systems for commercial and manufacturing environments. You'll evaluate AI performance on manufacturing floor operations, sensor data interpretation, equipment monitoring, process optimization, and industrial automation scenarios.

The ideal candidate is an industrial or mechanical engineer with hands-on experience in manufacturing floor operations, sensor reading, equipment monitoring, and production workflow management. You understand the physical realities of industrial environments and can assess whether AI-generated operational guidance is practical and safe.

This is a flexible, remote, hourly role — bridge the gap between robotics AI and real-world manufacturing on your own schedule.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

  • You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
  • This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
  • Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
  • Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
  • Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
  • Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Mercor team will be there to support your growth.

🟢 Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined 🟢

Key Responsibilities

  • 🤖 Evaluating AI performance
  • 📈 Monitoring equipment
  • 🔧 Optimizing processes

Key Strengths

  • 🏭 Industrial engineering
  • ⚙️ Mechanical engineering
  • 📊 Sensor data interpretation

Why Mercor is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.

A Final Note: This is a role with Mercor not with Hatch.