Key findings
GenAI will impact but not transform the work of Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians.
Blue-collar jobs like these are unlikely to be automated due to the physical nature of the tasks involved.
The rise in demand for premium goods and services may even increase the need for these workers, leading to a potential rise in their income share.
While some skills of this job may be automated in the future, tasks such as equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control analysis require human judgment and decision-making abilities that AI currently cannot replicate.
This unique aspect of GenAI automation wave ensures that blue-collar workers in this field will remain shielded from major disruptions.
How could AI or automation replace or complement job activities?
In the field of creating and testing electromechanical systems, AI, automation, or LLMs like ChatGPT could potentially enhance certain processes.
While they may assist in tasks such as generating design specifications or analyzing production costs, they may not entirely replace the need for human technicians.
For instance, in the role of Electro-Mechanical Technicians, these technologies could streamline tasks like translating drawings into specifications or conducting statistical studies.
However, the hands-on skills required for tasks such as aligning and assembling components, or repairing equipment to ensure proper functioning, are areas where human expertise and judgment could be irreplaceable.
Job description
Operates, tests, maintains, and adjusts robotic equipment. This may include operating unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to record visual information at various sites. Additionally, may help engineers test and design robotics equipment.
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