Automation index
How much of a PCB technician’s job can AI already do?
A gerber comes earlier. The board coming out without an open track do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
PCB technician
22%
AI can already do 22% of this job.
#384 / 633
View rankingPCB technician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Gerber, stack-up and the batch.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Etch, drill and the one that drifts.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
AOI, the bridge and stopping.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Assemble, the oven and the one that warps.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
The client, the deadline and not skipping AOI.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
The board comes out, and the track whole.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 22% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- gerber
- stack-up
- AOI
- drill
- tracks
- solder oven
- bridges
- PCB batches
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-2022.00· ESCO/ISCO 3113
IS WORK OVER?
Financial advisor
30%
#46 / 633
View rankingFinancial advisor
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Profile risk, goals and loss capacity.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Propose portfolios, funds and scenarios.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 52% | +8.3 |
Client meeting, objections and the yes or no.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Periodic reports, rebalancing and basic tax.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
MiFID rules, suitability and trace of the advice.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Sign-off, follow-up and liability for the advice.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- advise on investments
- profile risk
- build portfolios
- rebalance funds
- plan retirement
- MiFID suitability
- explain financial products
- own the advice
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-2052.00· ESCO/ISCO 2412