Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians
The short answer
Parts of this job are expected to change. AI can already assist with some of its tasks. In New York State, the number of these jobs is expected to grow over the next decade, with about 1,881 openings expected each year.
Where your job stands
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the middle fifth for how much AI could touch it—right around the middle.
How much AI could touch this job
Looking at the job itself, AI could help with about a third of this job's tasks.
What this means
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the middle fifth, out of 656 jobs we could rank. Read more in the methodology.
What AI can and can’t help with in this job
The score comes from the real, day-to-day tasks of this job—not a guess about the job as a whole. Below are the tasks that matter most in this job, split by whether AI can help with them.
AI can help with or automate about 63% of the tasks in this job.
Tasks AI can help with or automate
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Design or modify engineering schematics for electrical transmission and distribution systems or for electrical installation in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.
AI could do much of this on its own
Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.
AI could do much of this on its own
Tasks AI can't do much of
Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Install or maintain electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, or electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, or programmable logic controllers.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
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What the move takes
Usually requires an associate's degree.
Getting ready typically takes one to two years.
Skills you already have
- Engineering and Technology
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New skills to build
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What the move takes
Usually requires a postsecondary nondegree award, plus long-term on-the-job training.
Getting ready typically takes one to two years.
Skills you already have
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New skills to build
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What the move takes
Usually requires an associate's degree.
Getting ready typically takes one to two years.
Skills you already have
- Engineering and Technology
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- Written Comprehension
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New skills to build
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What the move takes
Usually requires a postsecondary nondegree award, with less than 5 years of experience, plus moderate-term on-the-job training.
Getting ready typically takes one to two years.
Skills you already have
- Engineering and Technology
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New skills to build
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