Automation index
How much of a Materials engineer’s job can AI already do?
A tensile curve comes earlier. Picking the alloy so it does not fail in service do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Materials engineer
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#162 / 623
View rankingMaterials engineer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Tests, metallography and the spec.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Shop, heat treatment and the part that fails spec.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Material choice, corrosion and fatigue.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Supplier, certificates and the doubtful batch.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The field failure and the root cause.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
That it does not fail, and not swapping the material blind.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- materials tests
- metallography
- choose alloys
- corrosion
- fatigue
- heat treatment
- failure analysis
- batch certificates
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-2131.00· ESCO/ISCO 2149
IS WORK OVER?
Welder
28%
#119 / 623
View rankingWelder
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Melt and apply solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints, using soldering irons, gas torches, or electric-ultrasonic equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Check grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring instruments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Align and clamp workpieces together, using rules, squares, or hand tools, or position items in fixtures, jigs, or vises.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 60% | 28% | +16.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- technical drawings
- hydraulics
- pipeline coating properties
- types of pipelines
- isometric perspective
- cooperate with colleagues
- inspect pipelines
- use welding equipment
- operate welding equipment
- clear pipelines
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-4121.00· ESCO/ISCO 7212