Remote Senior Machinist / Construction & Field Ops Lead — AI Research & Domain Evaluation

Join ZR Talent Group's remote specialist network as a Remote Senior Machinist / Construction & Field Ops Lead — AI Research & Domain Evaluation earning $55 - $100/hour. Working asynchronously from anywhere in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, or South Africa, you will apply your practical background in Machining Drawing & GD&T Reading, CNC Setup & Programming, Construction Plan Sheet Reading, Drilling & Mine Plan Interpretation to benchmark frontier artificial intelligence models, identify failure modes, and elevate domain-specific accuracy.

Prior experience building machine learning systems is not required—our research partners value authentic practitioner judgment, domain rigor, and clear analytical writing.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Review and interpret advanced machining drawings and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) specifications to provide detailed, real-world feedback.
• Analyze and comment on CNC setup and programming documentation, offering insights into best practices and troubleshooting common challenges.
• Evaluate construction plan sheets, identifying potential issues, missing information, or clarity improvements based on practical field experience.
• Interpret drilling and mine plans, drawing on industry knowledge to assess accuracy, feasibility, and regulatory considerations.
• Conduct fire and building plan reviews, referencing applicable US codes and standards to ensure safety and compliance in recommendations.
• Produce precise written and verbal explanations regarding technical concepts, field implementation, and drawing interpretations as part of project deliverables.
• Contribute domain-specific expertise to ensure project outcomes are grounded in authentic, real-world practices.

Required Qualifications & Technical Criteria

• Demonstrated professional or advanced academic background in Machining Drawing & GD&T Reading, CNC Setup & Programming, Construction Plan Sheet Reading, Drilling & Mine Plan Interpretation.
• Strong analytical writing and critical evaluation skills in English.
• Self-directed work ethic suited for an asynchronous, 100% remote research environment.

Preferred Experience & Bonus Attributes

• 10+ years of experience as a master machinist, construction superintendent, drilling engineer, mine planner, cabinetmaker, or fire officer, with a strong track record of interpreting technical drawings and field plans.
• Comprehensive understanding of US construction, fire, or mining codes and standards.
• Expertise in CNC programming, machining processes, and GD&T application.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and explain complex field or shop scenarios in written and verbal formats.
• Experience reviewing fire and building plans with safety and regulatory focus.
• Comfort working independently on remote projects, delivering high-quality, detail-oriented input.
• Strong commitment to clear, concise, and effective communication to support knowledge transfer and guidance.

Compensation, Remote Eligibility & Schedule

• Compensation Band: $55 - $100/hour
• Work Model: 100% Remote / Work From Home with flexible asynchronous scheduling
• Eligible Remote Locations: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Current Openings: 20 active specialist positions
• Hiring Organization: ZR Talent Group
• Core Skills & Technologies: Machining Drawing & GD&T Reading, CNC Setup & Programming, Construction Plan Sheet Reading, Drilling & Mine Plan Interpretation, Fire & Building Plan Review