SOC 17-2072
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ29/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ93,940
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$128K
$79K โ $199K
Projected Growth
๐+6.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค76/100
High exposure
๐ก Electronics Engineers, Except Computer face a risk score of 29/100 โ 15 points below the national average of 44. With 76/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $128K ($81K 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 just 29/100, Electronics Engineers, Except Computer is well-positioned against AI automation. Core responsibilities like cross-disciplinary collaboration on complex projects and safety-critical judgment in design review rely heavily on human judgment and interpersonal skills that AI cannot easily replicate. The 93,940 Americans in this role can expect continued demand, though they should still stay informed about AI tools that can enhance their productivity.
Will AI Replace Electronics Engineers, Except Computer?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
AI summarization replacing manual report compilation
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Cross-disciplinary collaboration on complex projects
Safety-critical judgment in design review
On-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions
Client communication and technical consultation
Novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges
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
Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
๐ป Technology Skills
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Analytical or scientific software
File versioning software
Computer aided design CAD software
Development environment software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Computers and Electronics
Engineering and Technology
Design
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 | 83% |
| Political Scientists | 25 | $139K | 53% |
| Astronomers | 27 | $132K | 69% |