SOC 17-3023
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ59/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ92,710
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$77K
$48K โ $112K
Projected Growth
๐+0.6%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค65/100
High exposure
๐ก Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians face a risk score of 59/100 โ 15 points above the national average of 44. With 65/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $77K ($31K 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 59/100, Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like generative ai producing marketing and creative copy are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 92,710 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in client communication and technical consultation and cross-disciplinary collaboration on complex projects to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Generative AI producing marketing and creative copy
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
Automated structural and systems analysis software
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Client communication and technical consultation
Cross-disciplinary collaboration on complex projects
Safety-critical judgment in design review
On-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions
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
Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
๐ป Technology Skills
Document management software
Development environment software
Computer aided design CAD software
Analytical or scientific software
Industrial control software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Computers and Electronics
Engineering and Technology
English Language
Design
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 | 78% |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers | 21 | $93K | 61% |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | 29 | $97K | 75% |