Mechanical Drafter - AI Trainer

Opportunity Overview

Handshake is looking for skilled LibreCAD and QCAD CE users to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with 2D technical drafting, industrial schematics, or manufacturing blueprints to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand technical drafting tasks and manufacturing workflows.

This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside anything else you have going on.

Who This Is For

This is a good fit if you're an experienced LibreCAD or QCAD CE user who has worked in or around roles like:

• Manufacturing Engineer or Mechanical Drafter

• CNC Programmer or Industrial Designer

• Technical Illustrator or CAD Drafter

You should have solid experience with one or more of the following:

• 2D technical drafting, industrial schematics, or manufacturing blueprints using LibreCAD or QCAD CE

• CNC programming, DXF/DWG workflows, or AutoCAD-compatible drafting

• Annotating or labeling technical drawings and manufacturing assets

• Reviewing technical drafts for accuracy, tolerancing, or design consistency

What You'll Do

You'll use your experience with LibreCAD or QCAD CE to create tool-related questions and review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world technical drafting and manufacturing workflows.

No prior AI or technical experience is required.

Qualifications

We're looking for people who have:

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with LibreCAD or QCAD CE, whether through professional work or freelance projects

• A working knowledge of 2D technical drafting concepts, mechanical schematics, and manufacturing workflows

• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail

• The ability to work independently and follow written guidelines

Application Process

• Create a Handshake account

• Upload your resume and submit your portfolio

• Verify your identity

• Get matched and onboarded into relevant projects

• Start working and earning

Work Model and Project Details

• Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)

• Location: Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer

• Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project

• Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available

Work Authorization

Must be currently residing in the United States.
F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility. If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school's requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.