Mechanical Engineers (Automotive and Aerospace): Paid Study on Change Workflows at Terac (United States)
Terac· United States·
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WHAT WE'RE RESEARCHING
We're hiring Mechanical Engineering SMEs to help us evaluate standard engineering change workflows. This paid study focuses on how complex CAD models are managed and updated within professional automotive and aerospace environments. Your input will feed directly into improving tools for managing engineering documentation and version control.
HOW IT WORKS
You will participate in a remote session to walk us through your typical engineering change processes. During the study, you will deliver realistic CAD models using tools like SolidWorks or FreeCAD. You will then document the steps required to implement and approve a design change within those models. Finally, you will answer a series of questions about the friction points in your current workflow.
WHO THIS IS FOR
We welcome mechanical engineers with professional design experience in the automotive or aerospace sectors. Ideal candidates have hands-on expertise with industry-standard CAD software, including SolidWorks and FreeCAD. We are specifically looking for professionals who actively manage engineering change documentation as part of their day-to-day role.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Deliver realistic CAD models using SolidWorks, FreeCAD, or similar tools.
- Walk us through your standard engineering change workflows.
- Document the steps taken to update and approve design modifications.
- Provide feedback on current challenges in version control and documentation.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
- Professional mechanical engineering experience
- Background in automotive or aerospace design environments
- Hands-on proficiency with SolidWorks or FreeCAD
- Familiarity with standard engineering change order processes
COMPENSATION
ABOUT TERAC
Terac is building the world's largest pool of vetted human experts for AI. Researchers, AI labs, and product teams use Terac to recruit, screen, and pay study participants across industries, languages, and skill sets.
Learn more at terac.com terac.com or on YouTube at @jointerac youtube.com/@jointerac.
Why work at Terac
- Ground-Floor Opportunity: As a seed-stage company founded in 2025, early employees will have significant ownership and influence over the product and company culture.
- Mission-Driven Work: The company is tackling a "generational shift" in how labor is allocated, offering a compelling narrative for those interested in the future of AI and work.
- Culture & Team: Described as a "tight-knit crew in San Francisco that moves fast, sweats the details, and likes being around each other." The team includes engineers, operators, and storytellers.
- Unique Hiring Process: Features a paid, week-long work trial to ensure a mutual fit, with full transparency on company metrics (revenue, runway, growth) before an offer is accepted.
- Compensation & Benefits: Offers meaningful salary, early-stage equity, comprehensive health/dental/vision coverage, daily meals, relocation support, and team offsites.
- Work Policy: Remote-friendly with hubs in San Francisco, Lisbon, and São Paulo. Many roles are listed as San Francisco-based or hybrid.