Will AI replace Electronics Engineers, Except Computer?

AI can do 73% of the work Electronics Engineers, Except Computer do at least twice as fast. People already use it for 4 of their 20 tasks, while 10 more are ready but barely used so far. Robots can technically handle 2 physical tasks. 4 still need a person.

AI is already doing this4 · 32% of time

People already use AI for these tasks in real work, based on Anthropic's analysis of how Claude is used.

  • Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.Mostly automated18% of time
  • Prepare, review, or maintain maintenance schedules, design documentation, or operational reports or charts.Mostly automated5% of time
  • Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.Mostly automated5% of time
  • Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.Mostly automated4% of time

AI could do this next10 · 41% of time

AI can speed these up by at least half, but real use has not caught up yet. These are next in line.

  • Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.12% of time
  • Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.11% of time
  • Prepare documentation containing information such as confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, product development or introduction schedules, product costs, or information about product performance weaknesses.5% of time
  • Plan or develop applications or modifications for electronic properties used in components, products, or systems to improve technical performance.2% of time
  • Prepare necessary criteria, procedures, reports, or plans for successful conduct of the project with consideration given to site preparation, facility validation, installation, quality assurance, or testing.2% of time
  • Represent employer at conferences, meetings, boards, panels, committees, or working groups to present, explain, or defend findings or recommendations, negotiate compromises or agreements, or exchange information.2% of time
  • Determine project material or equipment needs.2% of time
  • Investigate green consumer electronics applications for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.1% of time
  • Research or develop new green electronics technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.1% of time
  • Prepare budget or cost estimates for equipment, construction, or installation projects or control expenditures.1% of time

Robots can technically do this2 · 10% of time

Physical tasks that today's robots can perform in at least some settings. Robots are cost competitive for very few tasks so far, so this change moves slower.

  • Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.Robots: purpose built settings9% of time
  • Inspect electronic equipment, instruments, products, or systems to ensure conformance to specifications, safety standards, or applicable codes or regulations.Robots: purpose built settings1% of time

Still needs a person4 · 17% of time

No real AI use, no proven AI speedup and no robot that can do it yet. This is the part of the job to build on.

  • Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.7% of time
  • Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.4% of time
  • Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.4% of time
  • Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.2% of time

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What this means

AI can do most of this work faster, but a real part of the job still needs a person. Real use is still behind at 28 out of 100, so the change here is only getting started. The people who learn which tasks to hand off will pull ahead.

What to do next

  • Do the 4 tasks AI is already handling with AI yourself. Your peers already are, and it is quickly becoming the baseline.
  • Get ahead on the 10 tasks AI could do next. These move as tools improve, so learning them early pays off.
  • Keep an eye on the 2 physical tasks robots can technically do. Cost keeps most robots out of work today, so this shift is slower.
  • Build on the 4 tasks that stay human. This is where your judgment, skill and relationships matter most.
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