Analog Engineer - AI Trainer

Opportunity Overview

Handshake is seeking skilled Ngspice users to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll leverage your hands-on experience with analog circuit simulation, SPICE modeling, or mixed-signal analysis to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that enhances AI's understanding of circuit design tasks and electronics workflows. This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity.

This Is For

• Experienced Ngspice users who have worked in or around roles like Analog IC Designer, Power Electronics Engineer, RF Engineer, Audio Electronics Designer, PCB Designer, or Circuit Design Engineer
• Those with solid experience in analog circuit simulation or SPICE modeling using Ngspice or Qucs-S
• Familiarity with mixed-signal analysis, digital circuit design, or signal integrity workflows
• Experience annotating or labeling circuit schematics and simulation outputs
• Experience reviewing simulation results for accuracy, performance, or design consistency

What You'll Do

• Create tool-related questions using Ngspice
• Review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world analog circuit design and simulation workflows

Qualifications

• No prior AI or technical experience is required
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Ngspice, either through professional work or freelance projects
• A working knowledge of analog circuit simulation concepts, SPICE models, and electronics workflows
• Familiarity with tools or languages such as Python, C, or MATLAB is a plus
• 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
• Durability: 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
• If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school's requirements
• STEM OPT is not supported