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Senior Machinist / Construction & Field Ops Lead

micro1 Contract 20 openings Posted 1 month ago US, UK, EU, CA, AU, NZ

Role details

Skills the posting asks for

  • Machining Drawing & GD&T Reading
  • CNC Setup & Programming
  • Construction Plan Sheet Reading
  • Drilling & Mine Plan Interpretation
  • Fire & Building Plan Review

Job Type: Contractor (~10 hours per week)

Schedule: Flexible—you can choose the hours and days you work, including weekends if desired as long as you're active

micro1 is engaging experienced Senior Machinists and Construction & Field Operations Leads to contribute to a dynamic customer project focused on technical drawing comprehension and field plan execution. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. This opportunity is ideal for those who are passionate about elevating industry standards, enjoy sharing their knowledge, and excel in clear, articulate written and verbal communication.

Scope of Work

  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 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.

Process

  1. Apply to the role and complete the screening questions.
  2. Complete an AI interview of approximately 20-30 minutes.
  3. Complete the hiring manager review.

Start Timeline & Availability

We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts who are ready to begin immediately. If selected, you will be expected to start your first task within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.

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  4. Remote — open to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Luxembourg, Malta, Cyprus, Liechtenstein and Monaco.
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