SOC 25-1032
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ52/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ39,910
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$106K
$60K โ $201K
Projected Growth
๐+8.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค95/100
High exposure
๐ก Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary face a risk score of 52/100 โ 8 points above the national average of 44. With 95/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $106K ($60K 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 52/100, Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai summarization replacing manual report compilation are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 39,910 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in inspiring and motivating students through personal connection and adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI summarization replacing manual report compilation
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
AI tutoring systems providing personalized instruction
Virtual classroom platforms reducing instructor demand
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
Managing classroom dynamics and student behavior
Mentoring students through personal and academic 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
Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
๐ป Technology Skills
Computer aided design CAD software
Computer based training software
Object or component oriented development software
Calendar and scheduling software
Word processing software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Engineering and Technology
Design
Computers and Electronics
Mathematics
English Language
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 63% |
| Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers | 16 | $145K | 57% |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 23 | $168K | 63% |