Automation index
How much of a Petroleum engineer’s job can AI already do?
A reservoir model comes earlier. Drilling without killing the well do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Petroleum engineer
25%
AI can already do 25% of this job.
#232 / 633
View rankingPetroleum 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Reservoir, rate and the well programme.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 44% | +7 |
Rig, mud and lost circulation.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Completion, tests and the ops report.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Production, water cut and the workover.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
HSE, blowout and the drill that is not a game.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 16% | +2.9 |
Not killing the well, and signing the programme.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
- model reservoirs
- well programmes
- drilling mud
- completion
- workover
- water cut
- well HSE
- production tests
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-2171.00· ESCO/ISCO 2146
IS WORK OVER?
Cybersecurity analyst
32%
#26 / 633
View rankingCybersecurity analyst
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 55% | +7.2 |
Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
| Total | 100% | 32% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- computer forensics
- ICT network security risks
- ICT security standards
- cyber attack counter-measures
- query languages
- information confidentiality
- penetration testing tool
- manage IT security compliances
- gather data for forensic purposes
- provide ICT consulting advice
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1212.00· ESCO/ISCO 2529