{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5c2c1636ea5184ff2e1eae6d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5c2c1636ea5184ff2e1eae6d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5c2c1636ea5184ff2e1eae6d","title":"Contractor Engineering Content Developer","description":"Job Description\nAbout Us\nKaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers. With 80+ years of history, Kaplan has been a beacon for expanding educational access and a leader in instructional innovation.\nRole\nWe are seeking remote Subject Matter Experts with a PE in Mechanical Engineering (HVAC focus) to join Kaplan's engineering team in updating our material to prepare students for the Principles of Practice of Engineering (PE) examination, specifically the Mechanical HVAC discipline. This role will focus on revising our review manual, practice problem books, practice exams, and quiz bank to align with the new PE Mechanical HVAC exam specifications taking effect in October 2025. This is a remote contract (1099) opportunity with flexible hours (up to 20 per week).\nResponsibilities\nThe responsibilities of the Contractor may include:\nReviewing and updating quiz questions and practice exam questions in the style of NCEES examinations to reflect the upcoming exam changes.\nRevising and editing content within the mechanical/HVAC engineering discipline for the PE exam, ensuring accuracy and relevance to the new specifications.\nCollaborating with our team to ensure all materials are up-to-date and comprehensive for the October 2025 exam changes.\nPotentially contributing to suggested study plans and providing feedback on customer expectations for study and preparation related to the Mechanical HVAC exam.\nPerforming quality assurance reviews and technical reviews of updated content.\nSkill Requirements\nThe candidate must:\nHave excellent command of the English language - both verbal and written.\nPossess an active PE Certification issued by NCEES in Mechanical Engineering with a focus or experience in HVAC.\nHave strong familiarity with the content covered in the PE Mechanical HVAC exam.\nHave exceptional attention to detail, organization skills, and time management skills, especially regarding upcoming deadlines for content updates.\nProvide prompt and responsive communication, mostly by email. Occasional video chat meetings during business hours may be required.\nBe highly motivated and take initiative proactively in identifying areas for content updates.\nBe receptive to feedback, meet deadlines, and take accountability for deliverables.\nPreferred Skills\nHave experience developing or reviewing educational content, especially for engineering exams in the HVAC discipline.\nHave prior experience with curriculum development or technical writing related to mechanical engineering or HVAC topics.\nHave familiarity with the upcoming changes to the PE Mechanical HVAC exam specifications.\nHave experience tutoring/mentoring/educating engineering students or colleagues in mechanical engineering or HVAC.\nHave experience creating multiple-choice questions, study materials, PowerPoint presentations, or other similar content in the engineering field.\nHours & Employment\nThis is a contract (1099) position. Projects will be assigned via separate contracts with discrete schedules and deliverables related to the update of our PE Mechanical HVAC exam preparation materials. There is no set working schedule or hours other than project deadlines as assigned.\nEquipment Required\nContractors must supply their own equipment and must have installed:\nMicrosoft Word\nAdobe Reader or Professional\nMathType\nPay is per project based on contractor availability and experience, typically equivalent to $25-$50 per hour.\nLocation\nRemote/Nationwide, USA\nAdditional Locations\nEmployee Type\nContingent Worker\nJob Functional Area\nOther Admin Staff\nBusiness Unit\nDiversity & Inclusion Statement:\n\nKaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.\nKaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.\nKaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.","company":"Kaplan","rawCompany":"kaplan","city":"Remote","state":"OR","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T14:51:03.368Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"13-1151.00","title":"Training and Development Specialists","slug":"training-and-development-specialists"},{"code":"27-3042.00","title":"Technical Writers","slug":"technical-writers"}],"industries":[{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"},{"code":"238220","title":"Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors","slug":"plumbing-heating-and-air-conditioning-contractors"},{"code":"513199","title":"All Other Publishers","slug":"all-other-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Contractor Engineering Content Developer","description":"Job Description\nAbout Us\nKaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers. With 80+ years of history, Kaplan has been a beacon for expanding educational access and a leader in instructional innovation.\nRole\nWe are seeking remote Subject Matter Experts with a PE in Mechanical Engineering (HVAC focus) to join Kaplan's engineering team in updating our material to prepare students for the Principles of Practice of Engineering (PE) examination, specifically the Mechanical HVAC discipline. This role will focus on revising our review manual, practice problem books, practice exams, and quiz bank to align with the new PE Mechanical HVAC exam specifications taking effect in October 2025. This is a remote contract (1099) opportunity with flexible hours (up to 20 per week).\nResponsibilities\nThe responsibilities of the Contractor may include:\nReviewing and updating quiz questions and practice exam questions in the style of NCEES examinations to reflect the upcoming exam changes.\nRevising and editing content within the mechanical/HVAC engineering discipline for the PE exam, ensuring accuracy and relevance to the new specifications.\nCollaborating with our team to ensure all materials are up-to-date and comprehensive for the October 2025 exam changes.\nPotentially contributing to suggested study plans and providing feedback on customer expectations for study and preparation related to the Mechanical HVAC exam.\nPerforming quality assurance reviews and technical reviews of updated content.\nSkill Requirements\nThe candidate must:\nHave excellent command of the English language - both verbal and written.\nPossess an active PE Certification issued by NCEES in Mechanical Engineering with a focus or experience in HVAC.\nHave strong familiarity with the content covered in the PE Mechanical HVAC exam.\nHave exceptional attention to detail, organization skills, and time management skills, especially regarding upcoming deadlines for content updates.\nProvide prompt and responsive communication, mostly by email. Occasional video chat meetings during business hours may be required.\nBe highly motivated and take initiative proactively in identifying areas for content updates.\nBe receptive to feedback, meet deadlines, and take accountability for deliverables.\nPreferred Skills\nHave experience developing or reviewing educational content, especially for engineering exams in the HVAC discipline.\nHave prior experience with curriculum development or technical writing related to mechanical engineering or HVAC topics.\nHave familiarity with the upcoming changes to the PE Mechanical HVAC exam specifications.\nHave experience tutoring/mentoring/educating engineering students or colleagues in mechanical engineering or HVAC.\nHave experience creating multiple-choice questions, study materials, PowerPoint presentations, or other similar content in the engineering field.\nHours & Employment\nThis is a contract (1099) position. Projects will be assigned via separate contracts with discrete schedules and deliverables related to the update of our PE Mechanical HVAC exam preparation materials. There is no set working schedule or hours other than project deadlines as assigned.\nEquipment Required\nContractors must supply their own equipment and must have installed:\nMicrosoft Word\nAdobe Reader or Professional\nMathType\nPay is per project based on contractor availability and experience, typically equivalent to $25-$50 per hour.\nLocation\nRemote/Nationwide, USA\nAdditional Locations\nEmployee Type\nContingent Worker\nJob Functional Area\nOther Admin Staff\nBusiness Unit\nDiversity & Inclusion Statement:\n\nKaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. 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There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.\nKaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.","datePosted":"2026-08-03T14:51:03.368Z","dateModified":"2026-08-03T14:51:03.368Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Kaplan","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Remote","addressRegion":"OR","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"5c2c1636ea5184ff2e1eae6d"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5c2c1636ea5184ff2e1eae6d"}}