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Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified

89.4%
ADI · 69th of 433 · 95% interval 85.5–92.9

An AI agent can at least partly carry out 89.4% of the task time of engineering professionals not elsewhere classified, and finish 1.3% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.

ADI · partial or full89.4%

69th of 433 · interval 85.5–92.9

ADI3 · full delegation1.3%

143rd of 433 · interval 0.3–2.8

ADIs · share of time53.2%

104th of 433 · interval 51.8–54.6

Evidence336

task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 3.1 million.

Task weight by level

How the tasks rate

10%
88%
L0No meaningful role · 0.3%L1Augmentation · 10.3%L2Partial delegation · 88.0%L3Full delegation · 1.3%
Barriers

What stops the agent

Physical presence47%
Accountability50%
Trust and care18%
Access to systems83%

Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.

336 task statements, heaviest first
Task statement (O*NET occupation)WeightLevelSonnet · HaikuShareHuman timeBarriers
Advise architects, builders, and other construction personnel on fire prevention equipment and techniques and on fire code and standard interpretation and compliance.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.8%L2L2L255%1.8 hAccountability, Trust and care
Design or coordinate design of photovoltaic (PV) or solar thermal systems, including system components, for residential and commercial buildings.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.8%L2L2L260%6.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Create plans for solar energy system development, monitoring, and evaluation activities.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.8%L2L2L268%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Review building plans to verify compliance with fire code.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.7%L2L2L262%4.0 hAccountability
Provide technical direction or support to installation teams during installation, start-up, testing, system commissioning, or performance monitoring.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.7%L1L1L235%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Design fire detection equipment, alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.7%L2L2L255%13 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Conduct engineering site audits to collect structural, electrical, and related site information for use in the design of residential or commercial solar power systems.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.7%L1L1L232%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Create electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules, or connection diagrams for solar electric systems, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.7%L2L2L270%3.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Inspect buildings or building designs to determine fire protection system requirements and potential problems in areas such as water supplies, exit locations, and construction materials.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.7%L2L2L250%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Perform computer simulation of solar photovoltaic (PV) generation system performance or energy production to optimize efficiency.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.7%L2L2L372%4.0 hAccess to systems
Monitor nuclear facility operations to identify any design, construction, or operation practices that violate safety regulations and laws or could jeopardize safe operations.Nuclear Engineers0.6%L2L2L248%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Create or maintain wind farm layouts, schematics, or other visual documentation for wind farms.Wind Energy Engineers0.6%L2L2L268%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Prepare and write reports detailing specific fire prevention and protection issues, such as work performed, revised codes or standards, and proposed review schedules.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.6%L2L2L268%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Review specifications and recommend engineering or manufacturing changes to achieve solar design objectives.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.6%L2L2L260%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Direct operating or maintenance activities of nuclear power plants to ensure efficiency and conformity to safety standards.Nuclear Engineers0.6%L1L1L228%5.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Show the other 321 tasks
Task statement (O*NET occupation)WeightLevelSonnet · HaikuShareHuman timeBarriers
Investigate experimental wind turbines or wind turbine technologies for properties such as aerodynamics, production, noise, and load.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.6%L2L2L252%8.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Recommend process or infrastructure changes to improve wind turbine performance, reduce operational costs, or comply with regulations.Wind Energy Engineers0.6%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Provide engineering technical support to designers of prototype wind turbines.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.6%L2L2L252%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop active control algorithms, electronics, software, electromechanical, or electrohydraulic systems for wind turbines.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.6%L2L2L250%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop design specifications and functional requirements for residential, commercial, or industrial solar energy systems or components.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.5%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Identify and recommend energy savings strategies to achieve more energy-efficient operation.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.5%L2L2L260%7.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Supervise technologists or technicians engaged in nanotechnology research or production.Nanosystems Engineers0.5%L1L1L235%2.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Create models to optimize the layout of wind farm access roads, crane pads, crane paths, collection systems, substations, switchyards, or transmission lines.Wind Energy Engineers0.5%L2L2L262%12 hAccountability, Access to systems
Provide scientific or technical guidance or expertise to scientists, engineers, technologists, technicians, or others, using knowledge of chemical, analytical, or biological processes as applied to micro and nanoscale systems.Nanosystems Engineers0.5%L2L2L258%1.8 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Study product characteristics or customer requirements to determine validation objectives and standards.Validation Engineers0.5%L2L2L265%3.3 hAccountability, Access to systems
Create mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products.Mechatronics Engineers0.5%L2L2L258%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Analyze validation test data to determine whether systems or processes have met validation criteria or to identify root causes of production problems.Validation Engineers0.5%L2L2L268%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Evaluate fire department performance and the laws and regulations affecting fire prevention or fire safety.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.5%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.Manufacturing Engineers0.5%L2L2L252%1.8 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design, integrate, or test photonics systems or components.Photonics Engineers0.5%L2L2L242%6.5 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Develop specifications for wind technology components, such as gearboxes, blades, generators, frequency converters, or pad transformers.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.5%L2L2L258%6.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Monitor energy related design or construction issues, such as energy engineering, energy management, or sustainable design.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.5%L2L2L255%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Troubleshoot new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes.Manufacturing Engineers0.5%L2L2L250%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Apply continuous improvement methods, such as lean manufacturing, to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness.Manufacturing Engineers0.5%L2L2L250%6.0 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Advise clients or colleagues on topics such as climate control systems, energy modeling, data logging, sustainable design, or energy auditing.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.5%L2L2L258%2.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Investigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks.Manufacturing Engineers0.4%L2L2L252%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Maintain and apply knowledge of current policies, regulations, and industrial processes.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.4%L2L2L262%2.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Analyze, interpret, or create graphical representations of energy data, using engineering software.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.4%L2L2L375%2.0 hAccess to systems
Analyze system performance or operational requirements.Photonics Engineers0.4%L2L2L260%4.0 hAccess to systems
Oversee the work activities of wind farm consultants or subcontractors.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.4%L2L2L242%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct research related to a range of nanotechnology topics, such as packaging, heat transfer, fluorescence detection, nanoparticle dispersion, hybrid systems, liquid systems, nanocomposites, nanofabrication, optoelectronics, or nanolithography.Nanosystems Engineers0.4%L2L2L255%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Synthesize, process, or characterize nanomaterials, using advanced tools or techniques.Nanosystems Engineers0.4%L1L1L228%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, continue education, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in the field.Photonics Engineers0.4%L2L2L248%2.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Develop optical or imaging systems, such as optical imaging products, optical components, image processes, signal process technologies, or optical systems.Photonics Engineers0.4%L2L2L245%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Prepare, maintain, or review validation and compliance documentation, such as engineering change notices, schematics, or protocols.Validation Engineers0.4%L2L2L262%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Develop validation master plans, process flow diagrams, test cases, or standard operating procedures.Validation Engineers0.4%L2L2L270%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Process or interpret signals or sensor data.Robotics Engineers0.4%L2L2L270%2.0 hAccess to systems
Consult with authorities to discuss safety regulations and to recommend changes as necessary.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.4%L2L2L238%4.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Design or oversee construction or operation of nuclear reactors, power plants, or nuclear fuels reprocessing and reclamation systems.Nuclear Engineers0.4%L2L2L238%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Design advanced precision equipment for accurate or controlled applications.Mechatronics Engineers0.4%L2L2L250%28 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Maintain validation test equipment.Validation Engineers0.4%L1L1L228%2.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Write operational instructions to be used in nuclear plant operation or nuclear fuel or waste handling and disposal.Nuclear Engineers0.4%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Develop or test photonic prototypes or models.Photonics Engineers0.4%L2L2L248%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Inspect or monitor energy systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or daylighting systems to determine energy use or potential energy savings.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.4%L2L2L245%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Direct the purchase, modification, installation, testing, maintenance, and operation of fire prevention and protection systems.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.4%L2L2L240%8.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Recommend resolution of identified deviations from established product or process standards.Validation Engineers0.4%L2L2L262%2.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Prepare technical reports of findings or recommendations, based on synthesized analyses of test results.Nuclear Engineers0.4%L2L2L268%6.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Perform thermal, stress, or cost reduction analyses for solar systems.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.4%L2L2L265%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Supervise technologists, technicians, or other engineers.Robotics Engineers0.4%L1L1L235%2.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Maintain technical project files.Mechatronics Engineers0.4%L2L2L265%1.3 hAccountability, Access to systems
Test wind turbine equipment to determine effects of stress or fatigue.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.4%L2L2L242%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Direct environmental compliance activities associated with nuclear plant operations or maintenance.Nuclear Engineers0.4%L2L2L250%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Develop plans for the prevention of destruction by fire, wind, and water.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.4%L2L2L258%7.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Monitor and analyze energy consumption.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.4%L2L2L268%3.0 hAccess to systems
Design or develop nuclear equipment, such as reactor cores, radiation shielding, or associated instrumentation or control mechanisms.Nuclear Engineers0.4%L2L2L245%24 hAccountability, Access to systems
Design engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks.Mechatronics Engineers0.4%L2L2L250%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Provide technical support for robotic systems.Robotics Engineers0.4%L2L2L252%1.5 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve manufacturing processes or products or to reduce costs, using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials and parts.Manufacturing Engineers0.4%L2L2L250%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Debug robotics programs.Robotics Engineers0.4%L2L2L260%2.5 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design or develop medical diagnostic or clinical instrumentation, equipment, or procedures, using the principles of engineering and biobehavioral sciences.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.4%L2L2L245%22 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Communicate manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes.Manufacturing Engineers0.4%L2L2L260%1.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Manage teams of engineers by creating schedules, tracking inventory, creating or using budgets, or overseeing contract obligations or deadlines.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.4%L2L2L255%3.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Create, populate, or maintain databases for tracking validation activities, test results, or validated systems.Validation Engineers0.4%L2L2L375%3.5 hAccess to systems
Review or approve designs, calculations, or cost estimates.Robotics Engineers0.4%L2L2L260%1.8 hAccountability, Access to systems
Prepare detailed reports or design statements, based on results of validation and qualification tests or reviews of procedures and protocols.Validation Engineers0.4%L2L2L270%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Test wind turbine components, using mechanical or electronic testing equipment.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.4%L1L1L128%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.4%L2L2L260%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Create checklists for review or inspection of completed solar installation projects.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.4%L3L3L382%1.8 h–
Read current scientific or trade literature to stay abreast of scientific, industrial, or technological advances.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.4%L2L2L375%1.8 hAccess to systems
Install safety devices on machinery or direct device installation.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors · supplemental task0.4%L1L1L115%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Inspect facilities, machinery, or safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors · supplemental task0.4%L1L1L232%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct energy audits to evaluate energy use and to identify conservation and cost reduction measures.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.4%L2L2L252%25 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Study the relationships between ignition sources and materials to determine how fires start.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.4%L2L2L252%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Interpret safety regulations for others interested in industrial safety, such as safety engineers, labor representatives, and safety inspectors.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.4%L2L3L275%1.0 hAccountability
Identify materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs.Mechatronics Engineers0.4%L2L2L265%3.0 hAccountability
Supervise technicians, technologists, analysts, administrative staff, or other engineers.Manufacturing Engineers0.4%L1L1L235%2.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Apply mechatronic or automated solutions to the transfer of materials, components, or finished goods.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L248%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop standard operation procedures and quality or safety standards for solar installation work.Solar Energy Systems Engineers0.3%L2L2L270%11 hAccountability, Access to systems
Design or conduct tests of new nanotechnology products, processes, or systems.Nanosystems Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Conduct testing to determine functionality or optimization or to establish limits of photonics systems or components.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L240%5.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Conduct validation or qualification tests of new or existing processes, equipment, or software in accordance with internal protocols or external standards.Validation Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Prepare technical reports, data summary documents, or research articles for scientific publication, regulatory submissions, or patent applications.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.3%L2L2L262%8.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Develop or contribute to the development of plans to remediate or restore environments affected by nuclear radiation, such as waste disposal sites.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%23 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Prepare reports summarizing information or trends related to manufacturing performance.Manufacturing Engineers0.3%L3L3L382%4.0 hAccess to systems
Consider environmental issues when proposing product designs involving microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L262%3.0 hAccess to systems
Design or develop energy products using nanomaterials or nanoprocesses, such as micro-nano machining.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L242%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design or develop industrial air quality microsystems, such as carbon dioxide fixing devices.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L242%42 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design or develop sensors to reduce the energy or resource requirements to operate appliances, such as washing machines or dishwashing machines.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L1L1L242%42 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design sensors or switches that require little or no power to operate for environmental monitoring or industrial metering applications.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L250%28 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Research or develop emerging microelectromechanical (MEMS) systems to convert nontraditional energy sources into power, such as ambient energy harvesters that convert environmental vibrations into usable energy.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L245%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Document photonics system or component design processes, including objectives, issues, or outcomes.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L270%2.5 hAccess to systems
Monitor wind farm construction to ensure compliance with regulatory standards or environmental requirements.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L245%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Create back-ups of robot programs or parameters.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%38 minPhysical presence, Access to systems
Develop training materials and conduct training sessions on fire protection.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.3%L2L2L258%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care
Analyze operation of wind farms or wind farm components to determine reliability, performance, and compliance with specifications.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L262%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Build, configure, or test robots or robotic applications.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L245%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Conduct research, along with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists, on the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and animals.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.3%L2L2L250%22 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Collect data for energy conservation analyses, using jobsite observation, field inspections, or sub-metering.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L1L1L232%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Prepare energy-related project reports or related documentation.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L268%5.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Design validation study features, such as sampling, testing, or analytical methodologies.Validation Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Research, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic communication.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L258%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Recommend preventive measures to be taken in the handling of nuclear technology, based on data obtained from operations monitoring or from evaluation of test results.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Verify energy bills and meter readings.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L268%1.1 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Provide technical guidance or support to customers on topics such as nanosystem start-up, maintenance, or use.Nanosystems Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%1.1 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Perform energy modeling, measurement, verification, commissioning, or retro-commissioning.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L255%8.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Determine causes of fires and ways in which they could have been prevented.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.3%L2L2L245%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Maintain databases of experiment characteristics or results.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.3%L3L3L380%1.1 hAccess to systems
Determine applications of photonics appropriate to meet product objectives or features.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%4.0 hAccess to systems
Conduct research to evaluate safety levels for products.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L258%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Keep abreast of developments and changes in the nuclear field by reading technical journals or by independent study and research.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L2L2L272%2.0 hAccess to systems
Develop models or computer simulations of human biobehavioral systems to obtain data for measuring or controlling life processes.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccess to systems
Install, calibrate, operate, or maintain robots.Robotics Engineers0.3%L1L1L230%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Create designs or prototypes for nanosystem applications, such as biomedical delivery systems or atomic force microscopes.Nanosystems Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Report or review findings from accident investigations, facilities inspections, or environmental testing.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L262%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Evaluate product designs for safety.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L255%7.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Review architectural, mechanical, or electrical plans or specifications to evaluate energy efficiency.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L265%4.0 hAccountability
Attend workshops, seminars, or conferences to present or obtain information regarding fire prevention and protection.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.3%L1L1L125%6.5 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Direct balance of plant (BOP) construction, generator installation, testing, commissioning, or supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) to ensure compliance with specifications.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L232%8.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Implement or test design solutions.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Recommend procedures for detection, prevention, and elimination of physical, chemical, or other product hazards.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L260%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Consult with other scientists to determine parameters of experimentation or suitability of analytical models.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L2L2L245%2.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Design underground or overhead wind farm collector systems.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L252%24 hAccountability, Access to systems
Draw samples of raw materials, intermediate products, or finished products for validation testing.Validation Engineers0.3%L0L0L112%42 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures.Manufacturing Engineers0.3%L2L2L268%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Provide consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L258%4.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards.Manufacturing Engineers0.3%L2L2L245%1.8 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Evaluate robotic systems or prototypes.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design software to control robotic systems for applications, such as military defense or manufacturing.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Evaluate adequacy of actions taken to correct health inspection violations.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L252%2.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop statistical models or simulations, using statistical or modeling software.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.3%L2L2L272%5.0 hAccess to systems
Determine root causes of failures or recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods, using statistical procedures.Manufacturing Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Examine accidents to obtain data for use in design of preventive measures.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L2L2L258%22 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct research on new photonics technologies.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%22 hAccess to systems
Generate high-resolution images or measure force-distance curves, using techniques such as atomic force microscopy.Nanosystems Engineers0.3%L1L1L232%1.8 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design self-monitoring mechanical systems, such as gear systems that monitor loading or condition of systems to detect and prevent failures.Mechatronics Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L252%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L245%9.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Direct the implementation of energy management projects.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L245%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct research on robotic technology to create new robotic systems or system capabilities.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%23 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Manage the development, design, or construction of energy conservation projects to ensure acceptability of budgets and time lines, conformance to federal and state laws, or adherence to approved specifications.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L248%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Refine final microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) design to optimize design for target dimensions, physical tolerances, or processing constraints.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L258%8.0 hAccess to systems
Design or conduct follow-up experimentation, based on generated data, to meet established process objectives.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.3%L2L2L250%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Validate or characterize sustainable or environmentally friendly products, using electronic testing platforms.Validation Engineers0.3%L2L2L245%4.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Resolve testing problems by modifying testing methods or revising test objectives and standards.Validation Engineers0.3%L2L2L258%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Prepare environmental impact statements, reports, or presentations for regulatory or other agencies.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L2L2L262%24 hAccountability, Access to systems
Test or evaluate photovoltaic (PV) cells or modules.Solar Energy Systems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L238%2.8 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Evaluate potential health hazards or damage that could occur from product misuse.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L258%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Prepare reports, deliver presentations, or participate in program review activities to communicate engineering results or recommendations.Nanosystems Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%7.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Interview employers and employees to obtain information about work environments and workplace incidents.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L245%1.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Create or maintain photonic design histories.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L268%2.3 hAccountability, Access to systems
Initiate corrective actions or order plant shutdowns in emergency situations.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L1L1L118%30 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct or coordinate worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L255%3.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Investigate characteristics such as cost, performance, or process capability of potential microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) device designs, using simulation or modeling software.Microsystems Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccess to systems
Document robotic application development, maintenance, or changes.Robotics Engineers0.3%L3L3L378%2.0 h–
Integrate robotics with peripherals, such as welders, controllers, or other equipment.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L245%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Train personnel or clients on topics such as energy management.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L250%4.0 hTrust and care
Assist in the transition of photonic prototypes to production.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L240%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Coordinate the implementation or scheduling of validation testing with affected departments and personnel.Validation Engineers0.3%L2L2L258%2.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Conduct research on fire retardants and the fire safety of materials and devices.Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%23 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Engineer production processes for specific nanotechnology applications, such as electroplating, nanofabrication, or epoxy.Nanosystems Engineers0.3%L2L2L245%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Provide technical advice and guidance to organizations on how to handle health-related problems and make needed changes.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.3%L2L2L258%3.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Write reports or proposals related to photonics research or development projects.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L268%6.0 hAccess to systems
Review product designs for manufacturability or completeness.Manufacturing Engineers0.3%L2L2L262%3.0 hAccess to systems
Create mechanical models to simulate mechatronic design concepts.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccess to systems
Promote awareness or use of alternative or renewable energy sources.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L260%3.5 hTrust and care
Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.3%L2L2L250%7.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Research renewable or alternative energy systems or technologies, such as solar thermal or photovoltaic energy.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.3%L2L2L372%6.0 h–
Analyze existing development or manufacturing procedures and suggest improvements.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Publish engineering reports documenting design details or qualification test results.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L268%8.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Direct validation activities, such as protocol creation or testing.Validation Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Write algorithms or programming code for ad hoc robotic applications.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L265%4.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design fuel cycle models or processes to reduce the quantity of radioactive waste generated from nuclear activities.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L2L2L258%24 hAccountability, Access to systems
Write reports to document wind farm collector system test results.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L270%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Conduct audits of validation or performance qualification processes to ensure compliance with internal or regulatory requirements.Validation Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Discuss construction project proposals with interested parties, such as vendors, contractors, or nuclear facility review boards.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L1L1L235%2.3 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Monitor or calibrate automated systems, industrial control systems, or system components to maximize efficiency of production.Mechatronics Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L245%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Incorporate new manufacturing methods or processes to improve existing operations.Manufacturing Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%22 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Train operators, engineers, or other personnel.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L248%4.0 hPhysical presence, Trust and care
Design robotic systems, such as automatic vehicle control, autonomous vehicles, advanced displays, advanced sensing, robotic platforms, computer vision, or telematics systems.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Plan mobile robot paths and teach path plans to robots.Robotics Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L260%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design electro-optical sensing or imaging systems.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L252%23 hAccountability, Access to systems
Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L248%3.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design, develop, or implement control circuits or algorithms for electromechanical or pneumatic devices or systems.Mechatronics Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L258%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Analyze, fabricate, or test fiber-optic links.Photonics Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%3.5 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Conduct tests of nuclear fuel behavior and cycles or performance of nuclear machinery and equipment to optimize performance of existing plants.Nuclear Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%22 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Participate in internal or external training programs to maintain knowledge of validation principles, industry trends, or novel technologies.Validation Engineers0.3%L1L1L235%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Determine the feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L260%7.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Communicate with regulatory agencies regarding compliance documentation or validation results.Validation Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%2.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Develop processes or identify equipment needed for pilot or commercial nanoscale scale production.Nanosystems Engineers0.3%L2L2L252%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation, or performance of robotic mechanisms, components, or systems, such as planetary rovers, multiple mobile robots, reconfigurable robots, or man-machine interactions.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design end-of-arm tooling.Robotics Engineers0.3%L2L2L255%12 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Oversee the work of contractors in accordance with project requirements.Mechatronics Engineers0.3%L2L2L248%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Write documents describing protocols, policies, standards for use, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.3%L2L2L272%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Conduct harsh environmental testing, accelerated aging, device characterization, or field trials to validate devices, using inspection tools, testing protocols, peripheral instrumentation, or modeling and simulation software.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L235%22 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Apply nanotechnology to improve the performance or reduce the environmental impact of energy products, such as fuel cells or solar cells.Nanosystems Engineers0.3%L2L2L242%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design nano-enabled products with reduced toxicity, increased durability, or improved energy efficiency.Nanosystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L250%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design or engineer nanomaterials, nanodevices, nano-enabled products, or nanosystems, using three-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) software.Nanosystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L252%6.0 hAccess to systems
Identify new applications for existing nanotechnologies.Nanosystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L260%6.0 h–
Design advanced electronic control systems for mechanical systems.Mechatronics Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L258%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Evaluate materials, fabrication methods, joining methods, surface treatments, or packaging to ensure acceptable processing, performance, cost, sustainability, or availability.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L258%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Estimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new designs.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L262%6.0 hAccess to systems
Review employee safety programs to determine their adequacy.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.2%L2L2L262%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Determine commercial, industrial, scientific, or other uses for electro-optical applications or devices.Photonics Engineers0.2%L2L2L265%6.0 h–
Participate in preparation of product usage and precautionary label instructions.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.2%L2L2L260%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Prepare validation or performance qualification protocols for new or modified manufacturing processes, systems, or equipment for production of pharmaceuticals, electronics, or other products.Validation Engineers0.2%L2L2L262%8.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Upgrade the design of existing devices by adding mechatronic elements.Mechatronics Engineers0.2%L2L2L242%28 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design mechatronics components for computer-controlled products, such as cameras, video recorders, automobiles, or airplanes.Mechatronics Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L250%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design photonics products, such as light sources, displays, or photovoltaics, to achieve increased energy efficiency.Photonics Engineers0.2%L2L2L250%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design nano-based manufacturing processes to minimize water, chemical, or energy use, as well as to reduce waste production.Nanosystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L258%24 hAccountability, Access to systems
Design or develop automated control systems for environmental applications, such as waste processing, air quality, or water quality systems.Mechatronics Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L252%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop electronic, mechanical, or computerized processes to perform tasks in dangerous situations, such as underwater exploration or extraterrestrial mining.Mechatronics Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L238%44 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Coordinate or supervise the work of suppliers or vendors in the designing, building, or testing of nanosystem devices, such as lenses or probes.Nanosystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L245%2.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Train production personnel in new or existing methods.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L242%4.5 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Perform root cause analysis on wind turbine tower component failures.Wind Energy Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L255%8.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Write or install energy management routines for building automation systems.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.2%L2L2L260%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Supervise the work of technologists, technicians, and other engineers and scientists.Materials Engineers0.2%L1L1L232%2.8 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Assist in training equipment operators or other staff on validation protocols and standard operating procedures.Validation Engineers0.2%L2L2L252%2.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Write proposals to secure external funding or to partner with other companies.Nanosystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L262%12 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Design tests of finished products or process capabilities to establish standards or validate process requirements.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L255%8.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Oversee or provide expertise on manufacturing, assembly, or fabrication processes.Photonics Engineers0.2%L1L1L235%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Perform experiments that will provide information about acceptable methods of nuclear material usage, nuclear fuel reclamation, or waste disposal.Nuclear Engineers0.2%L1L1L230%22 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design or direct nuclear research projects to develop, test, modify, or discover new uses for theoretical models.Nuclear Engineers0.2%L2L2L250%22 hAccess to systems
Design gas lasers, solid state lasers, infrared, or other light emitting or light sensitive devices.Photonics Engineers0.2%L2L2L248%24 hAccess to systems
Create schematics and physical layouts of integrated microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) components or packaged assemblies consistent with process, functional, or package constraints.Microsystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L250%10 hAccess to systems
Plan or schedule engineering research or development projects involving microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology.Microsystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L260%4.0 hAccess to systems
Design nanosystems with components such as nanocatalysts or nanofiltration devices to clean specific pollutants from hazardous waste sites.Nanosystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L255%25 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Review plans and specifications for construction of new machinery or equipment to determine whether all safety requirements have been met.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.2%L2L2L260%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Analyze product failure data and laboratory test results to determine causes of problems and develop solutions.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L260%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Create or maintain formal engineering documents, such as schematics, bills of materials, components or materials specifications, or packaging requirements.Microsystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L260%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Make system device lists or event timing charts.Robotics Engineers0.2%L2L2L375%3.0 hAccess to systems
Conduct environmental studies on topics such as nuclear power generation, nuclear waste disposal, or nuclear weapon deployment.Nuclear Engineers0.2%L2L2L260%28 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Develop catalysis or other green chemistry methods to synthesize nanomaterials, such as nanotubes, nanocrystals, nanorods, or nanowires.Nanosystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L1L1L232%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design automated robotic systems to increase production volume or precision in high-throughput operations, such as automated ribonucleic acid (RNA) analysis or sorting, moving, or stacking production materials.Robotics Engineers0.2%L2L2L245%25 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Evaluate technical specifications and economic factors relating to process or product design objectives.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L260%3.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Design and direct the testing or control of processing procedures.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L250%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop formal documentation for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices, including quality assurance guidance, quality control protocols, process control checklists, data collection, or reporting.Microsystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L270%6.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Conduct or direct testing of air quality, noise, temperature, or radiation levels to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.2%L1L1L232%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop sustainable manufacturing technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, minimize raw material use, replace toxic materials with non-toxic materials, replace non-renewable materials with renewable materials, or reduce waste.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L248%22 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design, install, or troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L235%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Analyze the financial impacts of sustainable manufacturing processes or sustainable product manufacturing.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L268%7.0 hAccess to systems
Recommend best fuel for specific sites or circumstances.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.2%L2L2L270%5.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Monitor material performance, and evaluate its deterioration.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L252%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Create embedded software design programs.Mechatronics Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L265%8.0 hAccess to systems
Conduct or oversee the conduct of prototype development or microfabrication activities to ensure compliance to specifications and promote effective production processes.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L1L1L228%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design or program robotics systems for environmental clean-up applications to minimize human exposure to toxic or hazardous materials or to improve the quality or speed of clean-up operations.Robotics Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L242%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Analyze new medical procedures to forecast likely outcomes.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L262%8.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Review or negotiate energy purchase agreements.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar0.2%L2L2L258%6.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct or supervise tests on raw materials or finished products to ensure their quality.Materials Engineers0.2%L1L1L235%3.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop or validate specialized materials characterization procedures, such as thermal withstand, fatigue, notch sensitivity, abrasion, or hardness tests.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L250%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Collaborate with manufacturing or quality assurance staff to prepare product specification or safety sheets, standard operating procedures, user manuals, or qualification and validation reports.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L262%5.5 hAccountability, Access to systems
Conduct analyses addressing issues such as failure, reliability, or yield improvement.Microsystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L258%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Demonstrate miniaturized systems that contain components, such as microsensors, microactuators, or integrated electronic circuits, fabricated on silicon or silicon carbide wafers.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L1L1L230%4.0 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct experimental or virtual studies to investigate characteristics and processing principles of potential microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L250%23 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Confer with research and biomanufacturing personnel to ensure the compatibility of design and production.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L240%1.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Research new materials to be used for products, such as implanted artificial organs.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L258%22 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, participate in educational programs, attend meetings or workshops, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in the manufacturing field.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L252%2.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Determine appropriate methods for fabricating and joining materials.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L258%4.0 hAccountability
Communicate with bioregulatory authorities regarding licensing or compliance responsibilities.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L258%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Modify properties of metal alloys, using thermal and mechanical treatments.Materials Engineers0.2%L1L1L232%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Communicate operating characteristics or performance experience to other engineers or designers for training or new product development purposes.Microsystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L262%3.0 hAccess to systems
Consult with chemists or biologists to develop or evaluate novel technologies.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L245%2.8 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Purchase equipment, materials, or parts.Manufacturing Engineers0.2%L2L2L260%3.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Devise microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) production methods, such as integrated circuit fabrication, lithographic electroform modeling, or micromachining.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L250%8.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data related to occupational illnesses and accidents.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.2%L2L2L272%4.0 hAccess to systems
Recommend process formulas, instrumentation, or equipment specifications, based on results of bench or pilot experimentation.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L258%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Develop industry standards of product safety.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.2%L2L2L252%22 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Guide technical staff in developing materials for specific uses in projected products or devices.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L250%3.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Solve problems in a number of engineering fields, such as mechanical, chemical, electrical, civil, nuclear, and aerospace.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L258%3.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Maintain liaisons with outside organizations, such as fire departments, mutual aid societies, and rescue teams, so that emergency responses can be facilitated.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.2%L2L2L245%3.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Plan and implement laboratory operations to develop material and fabrication procedures that meet cost, product specification, and performance standards.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L242%22 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Supervise production and testing processes in industrial settings, such as metal refining facilities, smelting or foundry operations, or nonmetallic materials production operations.Materials Engineers0.2%L1L1L230%5.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Review new product plans, and make recommendations for material selection, based on design objectives such as strength, weight, heat resistance, electrical conductivity, and cost.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L262%4.0 hAccess to systems
Plan and conduct industrial hygiene research.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.2%L2L2L250%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Integrate nanotechnology with antimicrobial properties into products, such as household or medical appliances, to reduce the development of bacteria or other microbes.Nanosystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L232%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Develop methodologies for transferring procedures or biological processes from laboratories to commercial-scale manufacturing production.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L250%25 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Prepare project plans for equipment or facility improvements, including time lines, budgetary estimates, or capital spending requests.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L265%7.0 hAccess to systems
Design nanoparticle catalysts to detect or remove chemical or other pollutants from water, soil, or air.Nanosystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L248%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design and deliver technology, such as prosthetic devices, to assist people with disabilities.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L238%40 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Perform managerial functions, such as preparing proposals and budgets, analyzing labor costs, and writing reports.Materials Engineers0.2%L2L2L265%6.0 hAccess to systems
Develop or implement microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) processing tools, fixtures, gages, dies, molds, or trays.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L242%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Develop or file intellectual property and patent disclosure or application documents related to microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices, products, or systems.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L262%8.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Develop or validate product-specific test protocols, acceptance thresholds, or inspection tools for quality control testing or performance measurement.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L258%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Propose product designs involving microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology, considering market data or customer requirements.Microsystems Engineers0.2%L2L2L258%6.0 hAccess to systems
Reengineer nanomaterials to improve biodegradability.Nanosystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L242%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Validate fabrication processes for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), using statistical process control implementation, virtual process simulations, data mining, or life testing.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L255%22 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Communicate with suppliers regarding the design or specifications of bioproduction equipment, instrumentation, or materials.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.2%L2L2L262%1.3 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Evaluate current or proposed manufacturing processes or practices for environmental sustainability, considering factors such as greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, water pollution, energy use, or waste creation.Manufacturing Engineers0.1%L2L2L262%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Conduct training or in-services to educate clinicians and other personnel on proper use of equipment.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.1%L2L2L242%2.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Develop customer documentation, such as performance specifications, training manuals, or operating instructions.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L270%6.0 hAccess to systems
Design and build safety equipment.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L238%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Write and revise safety regulations and codes.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.1%L2L2L262%6.0 hAccountability
Plan and evaluate new projects, consulting with other engineers and corporate executives, as necessary.Materials Engineers0.1%L2L2L255%6.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Check floors of plants to ensure that they are strong enough to support heavy machinery.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L232%4.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Identify, procure, or develop test equipment, instrumentation, or facilities for characterization of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) applications.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L250%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Develop green building nanocoatings, such as self-cleaning, anti-stain, depolluting, anti-fogging, anti-icing, antimicrobial, moisture-resistant, or ultraviolet protectant coatings.Nanosystems Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L240%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Manage new product introduction projects to ensure effective deployment of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices or applications.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L245%22 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Confer with medical professionals to assess health risks and to develop ways to manage health issues and concerns.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.1%L2L2L240%1.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Design robotics applications for manufacturers of green products, such as wind turbines or solar panels, to increase production time, eliminate waste, or reduce costs.Robotics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L250%40 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Automate assays on laboratory robotics.Robotics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L255%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Oversee operation of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) fabrication or assembly equipment, such as handling, singulation, assembly, wire-bonding, soldering, or package sealing.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L225%2.8 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Advise manufacturing staff regarding problems with fermentation, filtration, or other bioproduction processes.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L250%1.5 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Conduct acceptance tests, vendor-qualification protocols, surveys, audits, corrective-action reviews, or performance monitoring of incoming materials or components to ensure conformance to specifications.Microsystems Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L245%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Advise hospital administrators on the planning, acquisition, and use of medical equipment.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers0.1%L2L2L255%6.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Review existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for yield improvement or reduced process variation.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L260%6.0 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Devise automated lab validation test stations or other test fixtures or equipment.Validation Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L248%24 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Develop laser-processed designs, such as laser-cut medical devices.Photonics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L252%7.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design solar energy photonics or other materials or devices to generate energy.Photonics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L255%22 hAccess to systems
Develop photonics sensing or manufacturing technologies to improve the efficiency of manufacturing or related processes.Photonics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L242%40 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design or redesign optical fibers to minimize energy loss.Photonics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L258%24 hAccess to systems
Provide expert testimony in litigation cases.Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors0.1%L1L1L235%13 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Lead studies to examine or recommend changes in process sequences or operation protocols.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L252%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Prepare nanotechnology-related invention disclosures or patent applications.Nanosystems Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L265%12 hAccountability, Access to systems
Consult with construction or renovation clients or other engineers on topics such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) or Green Buildings.Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L248%1.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Teach in colleges and universities.Materials Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L245%2.8 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care
Develop bioremediation processes to reduce pollution, protect the environment, or treat waste products.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L242%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Conduct training sessions on new material products, applications, or manufacturing methods for customers and their employees.Materials Engineers0.1%L2L2L248%6.0 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Design or direct bench or pilot production experiments to determine the scale of production methods that optimize product yield and minimize production costs.Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L245%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Replicate the characteristics of materials and their components, using computers.Materials Engineers0.1%L2L2L262%6.0 hAccess to systems
Redesign packaging for manufactured products to minimize raw material use or waste.Manufacturing Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L258%12 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Design laser machining equipment for purposes such as high-speed ablation.Photonics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L252%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design or develop new crystals for photonics applications.Photonics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L242%44 hPhysical presence, Access to systems
Write for technical magazines, journals, and trade association publications.Materials Engineers0.1%L2L2L375%7.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Select, purchase, set up, operate, or troubleshoot state-of-the-art laser cutting equipment.Photonics Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L238%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Present technical information at conferences.Materials Engineers0.1%L1L1L245%9.0 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Design or develop vacuum tube collector systems for solar applications.Solar Energy Systems Engineers · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L255%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability
Design processing plants and equipment.Materials Engineers0.1%L2L2L245%44 hAccountability, Access to systems

Level: consensus of the two models (the lower level when they disagree). Share: part of the task’s working time an agent could take over. Human time: minutes a competent person needs for one instance, as estimated by the models.

Against other measures

Exposure is not delegation

MeasureValuePercentile
ADI (this index)89.4%84
Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β0.53383
Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure0.86272
Webb (2020), AI patent exposure89.54888
Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure0.42581
Anthropic Economic Index, observed use0.05261

Earlier indices measure whether AI can touch a task; ADI measures how much of it an agent can carry out from a goal. – : the source does not cover this occupation.

Same sub-major group (21)

Neighbouring occupations

Dashed line: engineering professionals not elsewhere classified (89.4%).

Cite this record
Text

Espinal Maya, Cristian, and Santiago Jiménez Londoño. 2026. ADI v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and MCP server. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918. Record: Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified (ISCO-08 2149), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/2149

BibTeX
@misc{espinal2026adidata,
  title     = {{ADI} v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and {MCP} server},
  author    = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
  year      = {2026},
  publisher = {Zenodo},
  version   = {v2026.1},
  doi       = {10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
  url       = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
  note      = {Record: Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified (ISCO-08 2149)}
}
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