SOC 17-2051
Civil Engineers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ32/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ355,410
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$100K
$66K โ $161K
Projected Growth
๐+5%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค71/100
High exposure
๐ก Civil Engineers face a risk score of 32/100 โ 12 points below the national average of 44. With 71/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $100K ($53K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 32/100, Civil Engineers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like large language model automation of analysis tasks are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 355,410 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges and on-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Civil Engineers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
Simulation and digital twin automation
AI-powered research and literature review tools
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges
On-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions
Cross-disciplinary collaboration on complex projects
Safety-critical judgment in design review
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Direct engineering activities, ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, or other governmental regulations.
Manage and direct the construction, operations, or maintenance activities at project site.
Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.
Compute load and grade requirements, water flow rates, or material stress factors to determine design specifications.
Plan and design transportation or hydraulic systems or structures, using computer-assisted design or drawing tools.
๐ป Technology Skills
Document management software
File versioning software
Computer aided design CAD software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Development environment software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Engineering and Technology
Design
Transportation
Building and Construction
Mathematics
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 84% |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | 29 | $128K | 81% |
| Chemical Engineers | 30 | $122K | 79% |