Civil/Structural Engineer (Buildings), Plan Review

You will create and review AI training tasks based on building plan review. The work uses drawings, specifications, permit records, and professional engineering standards to assess model responses and explain what needs improvement.

• Create expert review tasks from building project drawings, specifications, and permit records.
• Cover plan review, US code compliance, drawing-set quality control, and coordination across structural, civil, architectural, and MEP sheets.
• Write precise prompts and evaluate AI model responses for technical shortcomings.
• Define the key elements of correct answers so responses can be reviewed consistently.
• Write structured feedback that clearly explains engineering and code issues.
• Work independently and complete assignments at your own pace in a remote setting.

What it pays and takes

This is an ongoing, project-based contractor opportunity that can be done remotely alongside your current role. The work requires professional experience reviewing US building projects and strong knowledge of construction documents and building codes.

• Pay: Up to $62.50 per hour.
• Time: 20 or more hours per week.
• Location: Open to candidates currently located in the United States.
• Language: Fluent in English.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a closely related field.
• Experience: At least five years of professional engineering experience on building projects in the United States.
• Plan review: Experience with construction-document code review, responding to plan review comments, or third-party review.
• Technical knowledge: Working knowledge of US building codes and engineering standards used on real projects.
• Document skills: Ability to read and cross-check complete architectural, structural, civil, and MEP construction document sets.
• Communication: Strong written communication, careful attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex engineering ideas clearly.
• Helpful background: Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer licensure; commercial, institutional, multifamily, healthcare, or mixed-use projects; permitting, approvals, special inspections, or drawing-set quality control.

How it works

Apply on OpenTrain with your resume, then complete the application on the hiring site.

About AI training work

AI training is the human work behind systems that learn from examples, including writing prompts, reviewing model responses, and rating their quality. OpenTrain is a platform where people find AI training projects, build a profile, and apply to opportunities across the industry.