Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
Every task in this role, whether it passes the census's structural hand-over screen, which models pass it, and why. It is a screen, not a claim about what AI can do: a task can pass and still be beyond the systems of the day. The stricter and looser rules re-vote every task, and small differences between roles are noise.
Passes the screen · 2 of 41 tasks
Perform systems analysis or programming of radio frequency identification device (RFID) technology.
quick to check, an existing check settles it, and a mistake is cheap · 3.5% of the role's time · $427M · passed by Claude Sonnet, Gemini 3.1 Pro · the models disagreed
Test radio frequency identification device (RFID) software to ensure proper functioning.
quick to check, an existing check settles it, and a mistake is cheap · 3.1% of the role's time · $371M · passed by Claude Sonnet, Gemini 3.1 Pro · the models disagreed
Does not pass
Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 6.0% of the role's time · $723M
Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 4.5% of the role's time · $540M
Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 4.3% of the role's time · $521M
Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 4.1% of the role's time · $494M
Integrate tags, readers, or software in radio frequency identification device (RFID) designs.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.8% of the role's time · $462M
Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.7% of the role's time · $443M
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.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.5% of the role's time · $422M · waiting on a check
Provide technical support for radio frequency identification device (RFID) technology.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.3% of the role's time · $400M · waiting on a check
Test tags or labels to ensure readability.
physical work, outside the screen · 3.0% of the role's time · $364M
Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.
physical work, outside the screen · 2.9% of the role's time · $349M
Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.9% of the role's time · $347M
Identify operational requirements for new systems to inform selection of technological solutions.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.6% of the role's time · $311M
Install, test, or maintain radio frequency identification device (RFID) systems.
physical work, outside the screen · 2.5% of the role's time · $307M
Determine project material or equipment needs.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.5% of the role's time · $306M
Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.5% of the role's time · $295M · waiting on a check
Develop process flows, work instructions, or standard operating procedures for radio frequency identification device (RFID) systems.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.4% of the role's time · $293M
Collect data about existing client hardware, software, networking, or key business processes to inform implementation of radio frequency identification device (RFID) technology.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.4% of the role's time · $289M · waiting on a check
Determine means of integrating radio frequency identification device (RFID) into other applications.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.4% of the role's time · $285M
Select appropriate radio frequency identification device (RFID) tags and determine placement locations.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.3% of the role's time · $283M
Verify compliance of developed applications with architectural standards and established practices.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.3% of the role's time · $278M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed
Read current literature, attend meetings or conferences, or talk with colleagues to stay abreast of industry research about new technologies.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.3% of the role's time · $274M
Prepare, review, or maintain maintenance schedules, design documentation, or operational reports or charts.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.2% of the role's time · $270M · waiting on a check
Determine usefulness of new radio frequency identification device (RFID) technologies.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.2% of the role's time · $268M
Perform acceptance testing on newly installed or updated systems.
physical work, outside the screen · 2.0% of the role's time · $247M
Plan or develop applications or modifications for electronic properties used in components, products, or systems to improve technical performance.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 2.0% of the role's time · $238M
Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.9% of the role's time · $232M
Document equipment or process details of radio frequency identification device (RFID) technology.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.9% of the role's time · $231M · waiting on a check
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.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 1.9% of the role's time · $225M
Perform site analyses to determine system configurations, processes to be impacted, or on-site obstacles to technology implementation.
physical work, outside the screen · 1.8% of the role's time · $213M
Create simulations or models of radio frequency identification device (RFID) systems to provide information for selection and configuration.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.7% of the role's time · $203M
Define and compare possible radio frequency identification device (RFID) solutions to inform selection for specific projects.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.7% of the role's time · $200M
Inspect electronic equipment, instruments, products, or systems to ensure conformance to specifications, safety standards, or applicable codes or regulations.
physical work, outside the screen · 1.6% of the role's time · $189M
Analyze radio frequency identification device (RFID)-related supply chain data.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.4% of the role's time · $167M · waiting on a check
Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 1.3% of the role's time · $160M
Train users in details of system operation.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.2% of the role's time · $149M
Research or develop new green electronics technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 0.8% of the role's time · $101M
Prepare budget or cost estimates for equipment, construction, or installation projects or control expenditures.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked · 0.6% of the role's time · $76.0M
Investigate green consumer electronics applications for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 0.5% of the role's time · $59.7M
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.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 0.2% of the role's time · $29.7M
Where this role works
| Industry | Workers | Wage bill | Passes the screen | All three pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telecommunications | 15,460 | $1.9B | $124M | $0 |
| Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation) | 13,720 | $1.8B | $120M | $0 |
| Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing | 11,670 | $1.8B | $118M | $0 |
| Scientific Research and Development Services | 8880 | $1.4B | $93.3M | $0 |
| Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services | 7110 | $882M | $58.5M | $0 |
| Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing | 5520 | $843M | $55.9M | $0 |
| Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing | 5410 | $725M | $48.1M | $0 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 2800 | $379M | $25.1M | $0 |
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | 2620 | $315M | $20.8M | $0 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods (4232, 4233, 4235, 4236, 4237, and 4239 only) | 1930 | $217M | $14.4M | $0 |