Automation index
How much of a Tool and die maker’s job can AI already do?
A CAD file and an electrode come earlier. Fitting the die so the run comes out do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Tool and die maker
25%
AI can already do 25% of this job.
#278 / 733
View rankingTool and die maker
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Read the die, clearances and the 3D drawing.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Machine, fit and try the tooling.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Mount in the press, shoot and correct.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 22% | +4 |
EDM, polish and cavity finish.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Die maintenance and changeovers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Die life and liability for the part.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
- make dies
- fit tooling
- run EDM
- try out tooling
- polish cavities
- mount in the press
- maintain moulds
- correct clearances
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-4111.00· ESCO/ISCO 7222
IS WORK OVER?
Mechatronics engineer
22%
#384 / 733
View rankingMechatronics 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Schematic, the PLC and the loop.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Cell, the arm and the one that will not stop.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Commissioning, the interlock and not jumping it.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Cycle, the time and not inflating the figure.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
The operator, the guard and not leaving them blind.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
That it does not take a finger, and starts.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
- PLC
- loops
- robot cells
- interlocks
- commissioning
- guards
- cycle times
- not jump the interlock
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-2199.00· ESCO/ISCO 2149