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CFD Engineer - AI Trainer

Mindrift · Remote, Armenia · Coding / software engineering

CFD Engineer - AI Trainer is an open role at Mindrift, available remotely, with pay listed as Up to $19/hr.

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At a glance

Pay
Up to $19/hrEstimate, from Mindrift’s own wording
Location
Remote, Armenia
Listed
Since Oct 13, last confirmed Oct 18

As listed by Mindrift: “On this project, contributors can earn up to $19 per hour equivalent, depending on their level and pace of contribution. Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise. Please note that other projects on the platform may offer different earning levels based on their requirements.”

How the pay compares

This role (estimated)$19
Mindrift median$31
Coding / software engineering median$75
All roles median$58

Higher than 4% of the 113 distinct hourly rates advertised for Coding / software engineering roles right now. Hourly USD, top of each advertised range, one count per distinct rate. Same method as the Pay Index.

From Mindrift’s listing

“[](https://toloka-ai.workable.com/backend/jobs/5024199/edit)About the role Help train and evaluate AI agents on expert-level fluid simulation tasks. You'll take CAD geometry, set up and run simulations, build verified reference solutions, and write Python checks for the agent's results.”
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[](https://toloka-ai.workable.com/backend/jobs/5024199/edit)About the role Help train and evaluate AI agents on expert-level fluid simulation tasks. You'll take CAD geometry, set up and run simulations, build verified reference solutions, and write Python checks for the agent's results. Requirements A degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field such as energy or oil & gas. A PhD is preferred but not required. Several years of hands-on industry or research CFD with OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent/CFX or STAR-CCM+, including meshing. Solid verification and validation practice: mesh-independence studies, and validation against experiment or benchmarks. Comfortable with Python and GitHub. English at B2 level or above. Nice to have: aerospace, automotive, offshore or turbomachinery background; multiphase or particle-laden flow experience. Project time expectations For this project, tasks are estimated to require around 10–20 hours per week during active phases, based on project requirements. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload, and applies only while the project is active. Compensation On this project, contributors can earn up to $19 per hour equivalent, depending on their level and pace of contribution. Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise. Please note that other projects on the platform may offer different earning levels based on their requirements. Why this freelance opportunity might be a great fit for you? Work fully remote on your own schedule with just a laptop and stable internet connection. Apply your expertise to real-world technology projects while gaining experience building high-quality solutions for a global platform. Participate in performance-based bonus programs that reward high-quality work and consistent delivery.

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How do I apply for the CFD Engineer - AI Trainer role at Mindrift?

Applications go through Mindrift's own portal - HumanSourcer links to the listing and never collects applications or handles hiring. Mindrift's access model is "Open / self-serve" (Open roles / applications). This listing was first seen here on October 13, 2026 and was still live at the last check.

Is the CFD Engineer - AI Trainer role at Mindrift remote?

Yes - Mindrift lists this role as remote.

What does the CFD Engineer - AI Trainer role at Mindrift pay?

Mindrift indicates Up to $19/hr for this role, but hedges the figure rather than committing to it. Treat it as an indication: HumanSourcer flags hedged pay instead of presenting it as a firm rate, and the listing's own wording is quoted in the Pay section above.

What kind of work is CFD Engineer - AI Trainer?

Coding / software engineering. AI training, reasoning, coding, multilingual evaluation

Is Mindrift a legitimate AI-training platform?

Toloka contributor work migrated to Mindrift - and that relationship is rated "Confirmed" here because it can be checked against mindrift.ai rather than taken on Mindrift's word. Confidence describes how well the ownership is evidenced. It is not a rating of how the platform treats the people who work for it, which no public source covers reliably.

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