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?
Motion designer
25%
#252 / 643
View rankingMotion designer
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Storyboard, easing and the brand template.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 44% | +7 |
After Effects, the render and the client who changes the end.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 16% | +2.9 |
Rhythm, type and cutting to tempo.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Delivery, formats and the one that is too heavy.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Art direction and not recycling the same whoosh.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
That it tells, and not nauseating with extra easing.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- motion graphics
- easing
- motion storyboard
- type in motion
- renders
- cut to tempo
- brand templates
- delivery formats
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-1014.00· ESCO/ISCO 2166