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?
Kitchen fitter
20%
#458 / 633
View rankingKitchen fitter
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Plan, measures and the module breakdown.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Level, hang and the plinth that will not reach.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 8% | +1.8 |
Worktop, sink and the edge that chips.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Appliances, openings and the service visit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The client, the tap change and the extra day.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Doors that shut, and not leaving the misalignment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 20% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- fit kitchens
- level modules
- worktops
- hang units
- plinths
- appliance housings
- sinks
- breakdown
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2031.00· ESCO/ISCO 7115