SOC 17-3012
Electrical and Electronics Drafters
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ65/100
High Risk
US Employment
๐ฅ20,020
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$74K
$49K โ $110K
Projected Growth
๐-5.6%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค67/100
High exposure
๐ก Electrical and Electronics Drafters face a risk score of 65/100 โ 21 points above the national average of 44. With 67/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite weak projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $74K ($27K 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 65/100, Electrical and Electronics Drafters faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-assisted cad and generative design tools are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 20,020 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in safety-critical judgment in design review and novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Electrical and Electronics Drafters?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-assisted CAD and generative design tools
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
AI-generated written content replacing manual drafting
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Safety-critical judgment in design review
Novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges
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
Draft detail and assembly drawings of design components, circuitry or printed circuit boards, using computer-assisted equipment or standard drafting techniques and devices.
Draft working drawings, wiring diagrams, wiring connection specifications, or cross-sections of underground cables, as required for instructions to installation crew.
Assemble documentation packages and produce drawing sets to be checked by an engineer or an architect.
Review completed construction drawings and cost estimates for accuracy and conformity to standards and regulations.
Consult with engineers to discuss or interpret design concepts, or determine requirements of detailed working drawings.
๐ป Technology Skills
Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Computer aided design CAD software
Project management software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Design
Engineering and Technology
Computers and Electronics
English Language
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 | 75% |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers | 21 | $93K | 53% |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | 29 | $97K | 72% |