Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics 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 hold steady over the next decade, with about 40 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 quarter 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 54% of the tasks in this job.
Tasks AI can help with or automate
Develop, test, or program new robots.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Install or program computer hardware or machine or instrumentation software in microprocessor-based systems.
AI could do much of this on its own
Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
AI could do much of this on its own
Prepare written documentation of electromechanical test results.
AI could do much of this on its own
Tasks AI can't do much of
Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, or servomotors.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Modify, maintain, or repair electrical, electronic, or mechanical components, equipment, or systems to ensure proper functioning.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using soldering equipment and hand tools.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
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