Automation index
How much of a Telecom engineer’s job can AI already do?
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Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Telecom engineer
25%
AI can already do 25% of this job.
#235 / 633
View rankingTelecom 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Size, simulate and plan radio and fibre.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Projects, permits and sites.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Field, measurements and commissioning.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Incidents, NOC and operators.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Rules, spectrum and documentation.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 16% | +2.9 |
Not leaving a town dark from a mistake.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Size, simulate and plan radio and fibre
- Projects, permits and sites
- Field, measurements and commissioning
- Incidents, NOC and operators
- Rules, spectrum and documentation
- Not leaving a town dark from a mistake
- ingeniero de telecomunicaciones
- telecom engineer
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-2072.00· ESCO/ISCO 2153
IS WORK OVER?
Electrician
24%↑
#265 / 633
View rankingElectrician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 40% | 28% | +11.2 |
| Total | 100% | 24% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- install wiring
- electrical panels
- repair faults
- building systems monitoring technology
- electricity
- work ergonomically
- resolve equipment malfunctions
- inspect electrical supplies
- splice cable
- inspect construction supplies
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2111.00· ESCO/ISCO 7411