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 / 623
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?
Welder
28%
#119 / 623
View rankingWelder
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Melt and apply solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints, using soldering irons, gas torches, or electric-ultrasonic equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Check grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring instruments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Align and clamp workpieces together, using rules, squares, or hand tools, or position items in fixtures, jigs, or vises.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 60% | 28% | +16.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- technical drawings
- hydraulics
- pipeline coating properties
- types of pipelines
- isometric perspective
- cooperate with colleagues
- inspect pipelines
- use welding equipment
- operate welding equipment
- clear pipelines
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-4121.00· ESCO/ISCO 7212