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.
#393 / 643
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?
Insulation installer
22%
#323 / 643
View rankingInsulation installer
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Measure, thicknesses and the panel list.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Fit, seal and the bridge you leave.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 12% | +2.2 |
Roof, façade and the wind on the scaffold.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Barriers, vapour and condensation.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
The designer, the change and late material.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
No bridge, and not crushing the insulation.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
- fit insulation
- thermal bridges
- vapour barrier
- thicknesses
- insulated façade
- condensation
- seal panels
- roof
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2131.00· ESCO/ISCO 7124