Automation index
How much of a Textile engineer’s job can AI already do?
A dye recipe comes earlier. Getting the colour the same over ten thousand metres do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Textile engineer
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#165 / 623
View rankingTextile 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Recipes, weaves and piece QC.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Shop, looms and the warp break.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Supplier, cotton and the sustainability card.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Finishes, shrinkage and fastness tests.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The brand, the deadline and the colour that misses.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Ten thousand metres the same, and not hiding the bad yardage.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- dye recipes
- weaves
- looms
- colour fastness
- shrinkage
- piece card
- warp
- textile finishes
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-2199.00· ESCO/ISCO 2141
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