Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
The short answer
This job is less likely to change much. Most of the work is the kind AI can't help with. In New York State, the number of these jobs is expected to shrink over the next decade (2024–2034), with about 1,288 openings expected each year.
Where your job stands
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is among the least exposed to AI. Most of what it involves isn't the kind of work AI can take over.
How much AI could touch this job
Looking at the job itself, AI could help with a small part of this job's tasks.
What AI can and can’t help with in this job
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is among the least exposed to AI. The tasks below show why: most of what it involves is work AI can't simply take over.
AI can help with or automate about 10% of the tasks in this job.
Tasks AI can help with or automate
Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
AI could do much of this on its own
Develop templates and models for welding projects, using mathematical calculations based on blueprint information.
AI could do much of this on its own
Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and operations.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Tasks AI can't do much of
Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Check grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring instruments.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Jobs you could switch to
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What the move takes
Usually requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus moderate-term on-the-job training.
Getting ready typically takes up to about a year.
Skills you already have
- Near Vision
- Control Precision
- Arm-Hand Steadiness
- Mechanical
- Visualization
Your current skills largely cover this move.
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Somewhat similar work+13% pay51 openings/yrAbout as exposed as your job nowPays about 13% more—$68,591 vs your $60,485 here.
What the move takes
Usually requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 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
- Arm-Hand Steadiness
- Near Vision
- Production and Processing
- Finger Dexterity
- Control Precision
New skills to build
- Repairing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Mechanical
- Troubleshooting
- Installation