Contractor Engineering Content Developer - PE Mechanical HVAC

Overview

Contract role to revise and update PE Mechanical HVAC exam preparation materials (review manual, practice problems, practice exams and quiz bank) to align with new exam specifications taking effect October 2025.

What you'll do

• Review and update quiz questions and practice exam questions in the style of NCEES examinations to reflect the upcoming exam changes.
• Revise and edit mechanical/HVAC engineering content for the PE exam, ensuring accuracy and relevance to the new specifications.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure all materials are up-to-date and comprehensive for the October 2025 exam changes.
• Potentially contribute to suggested study plans and provide feedback on customer expectations for study and preparation related to the Mechanical HVAC exam.
• Perform quality assurance reviews and technical reviews of updated content.

What you'll need

• Excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Active PE Certification issued by NCEES in Mechanical Engineering with a focus or experience in HVAC.
• Strong familiarity with the content covered in the PE Mechanical HVAC exam.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization skills, and time management skills, especially regarding upcoming deadlines for content updates.
• Prompt and responsive communication, mostly by email.
• Highly motivated, takes initiative in identifying areas for content updates.
• Receptive to feedback, meets deadlines, and takes accountability for deliverables.

Nice to have

• Experience developing or reviewing educational content, especially for engineering exams in the HVAC discipline.
• Prior experience with curriculum development or technical writing related to mechanical engineering or HVAC topics.
• Familiarity with the upcoming changes to the PE Mechanical HVAC exam specifications.
• Experience tutoring, mentoring or educating engineering students or colleagues in mechanical engineering or HVAC.
• Experience creating multiple-choice questions, study materials, PowerPoint presentations, or other similar content in the engineering field.

Details

• Remote, nationwide (USA).
• Contract (1099) position with flexible hours, up to 20 per week; no set schedule other than project deadlines.
• Occasional video chat meetings during business hours may be required.
• Pay is per project, typically equivalent to $25-$50 per hour.
• Contractors must supply their own equipment with Microsoft Word, Adobe Reader or Professional, and MathType installed.