ISCO-08 3113
Electrical engineering technicians
46.9%
ADI · 198th of 433 · 95% interval 33.4–60.0
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 46.9% of the task time of electrical engineering technicians, and finish 0.0% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.
ADI · partial or full46.9%
198th of 433 · interval 33.4–60.0
ADI3 · full delegation0.0%
201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0
ADIs · share of time38.4%
196th of 433 · interval 33.5–44.0
Evidence80
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 1.6 million.
Task weight by level
How the tasks rate
L0No meaningful role · 9.3%L1Augmentation · 43.8%L2Partial delegation · 46.8%L3Full delegation · 0.0%
Barriers
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
80 task statements, heaviest first
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Align, fit, or assemble components, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.Robotics Technicians | 3.9% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.Robotics Technicians | 3.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.Robotics Technicians | 3.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.Robotics Technicians | 3.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 30 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.Robotics Technicians | 3.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Modify computer-controlled robot movements.Robotics Technicians | 3.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, or servomotors.Robotics Technicians | 3.0% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Test performance of robotic assemblies, using instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.Robotics Technicians | 2.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Attach wires between controllers.Robotics Technicians | 2.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 32 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Evaluate the efficiency and reliability of industrial robotic systems, reprogramming or calibrating to achieve maximum quantity and quality.Robotics Technicians | 2.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.Robotics Technicians · supplemental task | 2.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Document robotics test procedures and results.Robotics Technicians | 2.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.Robotics Technicians | 2.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Build or assemble robotic devices or systems.Robotics Technicians | 2.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 5.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures, using metalworking machines.Robotics Technicians · supplemental task | 2.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
Show the other 65 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train customers or other personnel to install, use, or maintain robots.Robotics Technicians | 2.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Inspect installation sites.Robotics Technicians · supplemental task | 2.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Maintain inventories of robotic production supplies, such as sensors or cables.Robotics Technicians · supplemental task | 2.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Program complex robotic systems, such as vision systems.Robotics Technicians · supplemental task | 2.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Train robots, using artificial intelligence software or interactive training techniques, to perform simple or complex tasks, such as designing and carrying out a series of iterative tests of chemical samples.Robotics Technicians · supplemental task | 1.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Develop three-dimensional simulations of automation systems.Robotics Technicians · supplemental task | 1.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 6.0 h | Access to systems |
| Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.5% | L1 | L1L1 | 22% | 1.1 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Inspect parts for surface defects.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.1 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install new robotic systems in stationary positions or on tracks.Robotics Technicians | 1.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 21% | 8.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Prepare written documentation of electromechanical test results.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.1 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using soldering equipment and hand tools.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.3 h | Physical presence |
| Modify, maintain, or repair electrical, electronic, or mechanical components, equipment, or systems to ensure proper functioning.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install or program computer hardware or machine or instrumentation software in microprocessor-based systems.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Develop, test, or program new robots.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 1.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Align, fit, or assemble component parts, using hand or power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.1 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Fabricate or assemble mechanical, electrical, or electronic components or assemblies.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Consult with machinists to ensure that electromechanical equipment or systems meet design specifications.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Assist engineers to implement electromechanical designs in industrial or other settings.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 1.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Repair, rework, or calibrate hydraulic or pneumatic assemblies or systems to meet operational specifications or tolerances.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 1.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 16% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Verify part dimensions or clearances to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 1.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate, test, or maintain robotic equipment used for green production applications, such as waste-to-energy conversion systems, minimization of material waste, or replacement of human operators in dangerous work environments.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Select electromechanical equipment, materials, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 2.5 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Produce electrical, electronic, or mechanical drawings or other related documents or graphics necessary for electromechanical design, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 3.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Develop or implement programs related to the environmental impact of engineering activities.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Select and use laboratory, operational, or diagnostic techniques or test equipment to assess electromechanical circuits, equipment, processes, systems, or subsystems.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Establish and maintain inventory, records, or documentation systems.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Analyze engineering designs of logic or digital circuitry, motor controls, instrumentation, or data acquisition for implementation into new or existing automated, servomechanical, or other electromechanical systems.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.5 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Specify, coordinate, or conduct quality-control or quality-assurance programs and procedures.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Determine whether selected electromechanical components comply with environmental standards and regulations.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Operate metalworking machines to fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable and nonsustainable designs.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 8.0 h | Access to systems |
| Translate electromechanical drawings into design specifications, applying principles of engineering, thermal or fluid sciences, mathematics, or statistics.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 2.5 h | Access to systems |
| Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 52 min | – |
| Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Train others to install, use, or maintain robots.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 40% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care |
| Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| 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.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.5 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Identify energy-conserving production or fabrication methods, such as by bending metal rather than cutting and welding or casting metal.Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 3.0 h | Access to systems |
| 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.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 22 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable or nonsustainable designs.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.6% | L2 | L2L3 | 72% | 5.0 h | Access to systems |
| Participate in the development or testing of electrical aspects of new green technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, and energy efficient televisions.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Review, develop, or prepare maintenance standards.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 4.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.5% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 52 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install or maintain electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, or electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, or programmable logic controllers.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 3.0 h | Accountability |
| Select electronics equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 2.5 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Educate equipment operators on the proper use of equipment.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians · supplemental task | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 2.0 h | Access to systems |
| Compile and maintain records documenting engineering schematics, installed equipment, installation or operational problems, resources used, repairs, or corrective action performed.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Supervise the installation or operation of electronic equipment or systems.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Integrate software or hardware components, using computer, microprocessor, or control architecture.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Calculate design specifications or cost, material, and resource estimates, and prepare project schedules and budgets.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 4.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 4.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, or systems to correct functional deviations.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Specify, coordinate, or conduct quality control or quality assurance programs or procedures.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.3% | L2 | L3L2 | 78% | 2.0 h | Access to systems |
| Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Produce electronics drawings or other graphics representing industrial control, instrumentation, sensors, or analog or digital telecommunications networks, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.5 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Participate in training or continuing education activities to stay abreast of engineering or industry advances.Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 45% | 3.5 h | Accountability, 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
| Measure | Value | Percentile | Pct |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADI (this index) | 46.9% | 55 | |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.426 | 64 | |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | -0.127 | 48 | |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 91 | 90 | |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.31 | 68 | |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.003 | 34 |
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 (31)
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Process control technicians not elsewhere classified 3139 | 91.1 | |
| Draughtspersons 3118 | 82.3 | |
| Mining supervisors 3121 | 71.6 | |
| Construction supervisors 3123 | 71.6 | |
| Chemical and physical science technicians 3111 | 69.7 | |
| Electronics engineering technicians 3114 | 60.2 | |
| Civil engineering technicians 3112 | 57.6 | |
| Manufacturing supervisors 3122 | 56.5 | |
| Air traffic safety electronics technicians 3155 | 54.7 | |
| Mining and metallurgical technicians 3117 | 51.5 | |
| Physical and engineering science technicians not elsewhere classified 3119 | 51.1 | |
| Mechanical engineering technicians 3115 | 50.0 |
Dashed line: electrical engineering technicians (46.9%).
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: Electrical engineering technicians (ISCO-08 3113), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/3113
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: Electrical engineering technicians (ISCO-08 3113)}
}Machine-readable
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