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Census · Engineering · occupation code 17-3023

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

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 · 0 of 30 tasks

No task in this role passes the screen.

Does not pass

  • Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

    physical work, outside the screen · 7.0% of the role's time · $503M

  • Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.

    physical work, outside the screen · 6.2% of the role's time · $443M

  • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 5.3% of the role's time · $379M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed

  • Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.

    physical work, outside the screen · 5.1% of the role's time · $363M

  • Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.

    physical work, outside the screen · 4.9% of the role's time · $350M

  • Select electronics equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 4.6% of the role's time · $328M

  • Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.

    physical work, outside the screen · 4.3% of the role's time · $306M

  • Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.

    physical work, outside the screen · 4.1% of the role's time · $293M

  • Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.8% of the role's time · $275M

  • Design or modify engineering schematics for electrical transmission and distribution systems or for electrical installation in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 3.6% of the role's time · $261M

  • Educate equipment operators on the proper use of equipment.

    reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.5% of the role's time · $254M

  • Compile and maintain records documenting engineering schematics, installed equipment, installation or operational problems, resources used, repairs, or corrective action performed.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.5% of the role's time · $250M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed · waiting on a check

  • Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.2% of the role's time · $227M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed · waiting on a check

  • Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable or nonsustainable designs.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.1% of the role's time · $226M

  • Construct and evaluate electrical components for consumer electronics applications such as fuel cells for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.

    physical work, outside the screen · 3.1% of the role's time · $226M

  • Participate in the development or testing of electrical aspects of new green technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, and energy efficient televisions.

    physical work, outside the screen · 3.1% of the role's time · $226M

  • Review, develop, or prepare maintenance standards.

    reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 3.1% of the role's time · $226M

  • Calculate design specifications or cost, material, and resource estimates, and prepare project schedules and budgets.

    reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.1% of the role's time · $225M

  • Supervise the installation or operation of electronic equipment or systems.

    physical work, outside the screen · 3.1% of the role's time · $224M

  • Integrate software or hardware components, using computer, microprocessor, or control architecture.

    physical work, outside the screen · 2.7% of the role's time · $191M

  • Install or maintain electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, or electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, or programmable logic controllers.

    physical work, outside the screen · 2.5% of the role's time · $182M

  • Specify, coordinate, or conduct quality control or quality assurance programs or procedures.

    reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.4% of the role's time · $172M

  • Interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.3% of the role's time · $165M

  • Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.1% of the role's time · $152M

  • Participate in training or continuing education activities to stay abreast of engineering or industry advances.

    reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.9% of the role's time · $137M

  • Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, or systems to correct functional deviations.

    physical work, outside the screen · 1.9% of the role's time · $137M

  • Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.

    reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked · 1.9% of the role's time · $135M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed

  • Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.7% of the role's time · $124M

  • Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.

    reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.6% of the role's time · $113M

  • Produce electronics drawings or other graphics representing industrial control, instrumentation, sensors, or analog or digital telecommunications networks, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

    reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.2% of the role's time · $85.5M

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