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Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricMechanical Engineering TechniciansComputer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic
Risk Score31.2%43.1%
Risk TierMedium RiskMedium Risk
Risk Percentile46th88th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)8 / 1515 / 15
Median Salary$68,730N/A
Employment37KN/A

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Controlling Machines and Processes
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Engineering and Technology
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Processing Information
Getting Information
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Mechanical Engineering Technicians

31%

total discount

Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic

27%

total discount

Task Risk Comparison

Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable

Mechanical Engineering Technicians

8 of 15 at risk
86%Prepare parts sketches and write work orders and purchase requests to be furnished by outside contractors.
85%Draft detail drawing or sketch for drafting room completion or to request parts fabrication by machine, sheet or wood shops.
85%Evaluate tool drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing with original specifications for form and function using engineering skills.
67%Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperature to analyze parts performance.
62%Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.

Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic

15 of 15 at risk
87%Write instruction sheets and cutter lists for a machine's controller to guide setup and encode numerical control tapes.
87%Enter computer commands to store or retrieve parts patterns, graphic displays, or programs that transfer data to other media.
87%Sort shop orders into groups to maximize materials utilization and minimize machine setup time.
86%Order tooling for jobs.
85%Prepare geometric layouts from graphic displays, using computer-assisted drafting software or drafting instruments and graph paper.

Wage Comparison

Mechanical Engineering TechniciansComputer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic
10th
$46,940N/A
25th
$57,330N/A
Median
$68,730N/A
75th
$82,980N/A
90th
$100,890N/A

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