Will AI replace Mechanical engineers (professional)?

Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 164 official task statements scored for Mechanical engineers (professional) (United Kingdom, SOC 2122), 36% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 44 out of 100 (range 39–50, band: partial). That is a statement about tasks, not about headcount: this measures what AI could do, not whether any employer adopts it, whether the law allows it, or whether doing the routine parts faster creates more demand for the human parts. Figures are from release 2026-q4.1.

Which tasks in “Mechanical engineers (professional)” can AI already do?

The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Perform variation analyses to assess process stability” (93/100, very high); “Write detailed reports on project progress for stakeholders” (93/100, very high); “Maintain engineering documentation for food and drink maintenance work” (93/100, very high). Each score comes from five published 0–4 ratings turned into a number by a published formula, and each carries the model's one-sentence reason on the page.

Which tasks in “Mechanical engineers (professional)” stay human?

About 43% of this job's task weight sits in work that scores low for AI exposure. The lowest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Install, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment using appropriate tools and techniques” (0/100, minimal); “Install materials and supplies to maintain equipment in good working condition” (0/100, minimal); “Perform safety checks on engines, instruments, and systems” (0/100, minimal). Low scores usually mean the task needs a body in a room, a legally accountable human, or trust built in real time. Those are the three things the scoring rubric treats as gates rather than obstacles.

What should someone working in “Mechanical engineers (professional)” do about AI?

Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 36% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 43% is not. The practical move is to spend more of your week on the tasks that score low, the ones above, and to get fluent at directing AI through the tasks that score high, because those are the parts that change whether or not you are ready for them. This page does not predict your job, and nothing here is career advice tailored to you: the score describes the occupation, not the person.

How is the AI exposure score for Mechanical engineers (professional) calculated?

Each official task statement for the occupation is rated on five published 0–4 dimensions (output replicability, physical embodiment, licensed accountability, real-time human trust, and data availability) by claude-opus-5 using scoring prompt task_scoring_v1.0. The model never writes the score; a published formula turns the five ratings into a 0–100 number, so every score can be recomputed by hand. The occupation figure is the importance-weighted mean across 164 scored tasks. The prompt, the rubric, the formula and the full dataset are published at https://futureproof.collab365.com/method and https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1 under CC BY 4.0.

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Mechanical engineers (professional)

analysing performance of redesigned vehicles or components to increase fuel efficiency, guaranteeing consistent product performance in specified operating environments and developing new materials for improved product performance. If that's your week, this page is about your job.

The honest answer

This job is splitting in two: researching computerised automotive applications like telemetrics and artificial intelligence is work AI now does quickly and cheaply, and exchanging specific technical information with engineering is work it can't touch.

Your move: what a mechanical engineers (professional) can actually do about this ↓

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 36%
changing shape: 20%
staying human: 43%

These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.

Whole-job exposure score 44 out of 100 (39–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, across 164 scored tasks. The number is the support for the sentence above it, not a headline about anyone’s future.

How we know this

What is measured: Every published task statement for mechanical engineers (professional) is rated on five dimensions: can a model produce the output, does the work need a body in a room, does it need a legally accountable person, does it depend on a person being trusted in the moment, and how much data exists. A published formula turns those five ratings into the score; the model never writes the number.

How the bar is built: Each task’s share of the bar is its published importance weight, so a task you do all day counts for more than one you do twice a year.

Release: 2026-q4.1, scores computed 2026-08-04. Read the full method.

Which half fills your week decides your exposure. That is more in your control than it sounds.

Your week, as this page understands it

Professional mechanical engineers undertake research, design and development, direct the manufacture and manage the operation and maintenance of engines, machines, vehicle and ships’ structures, building services and other mechanical items. The job title says “mechanical engineers (professional)”. The real job is the part underneath: exchanging specific technical information with engineering. That is the thing someone has to be right about.

The exposed part of this job is specific, and we won’t pretend it is coming back. But mechanical engineers (professional) is not one task. It is 164 scored ones, and they are nowhere near equally exposed. The most durable of them, on this evidence, is exchanging specific technical information with engineering, and the ledger below shows exactly why.

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 36%
changing shape: 20%
staying human: 43%

These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.

How we know this

How the bar is built: Each task’s share of the bar is its published importance weight, so a task you do all day counts for more than one you do twice a year.

Release: 2026-q4.1, scores computed 2026-08-04. Read the full method.

Your job, task by task

These are the official task statements for this occupation, in plain English, sorted by what the evidence says is happening to each one. The official wording sits under every line so you can check the rewrite against it.

35 of this occupation's scored task statements carry a score that was measured under a different occupation's context, because the statement is shared between jobs and has only been scored once so far. Each one names the occupation it was measured under in the free routes below; none is presented as a measurement for this job.
Task clusters are not derived in this release, so the task-cluster field is empty and no Collab365 Space routing is attached to this occupation yet.

Shifting to AI

61 tasks

Tasks today’s tools can already do most of. This is the part we will not soften: where these rows are the bulk of your week, the week changes.

Researching computerised automotive applications like telemetrics and artificial intelligence
This is reading one thing and writing another: computerised automotive applications like telemetrics in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Research computerised automotive applications like telemetrics and artificial intelligence.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (79–87 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Researching published work on telematics and vehicle software is reading and summarising, which software does fast.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Using computer-aided drafting equipment for drafting tasks
This is reading one thing and writing another: computer-aided drafting equipment in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Use computer-aided drafting equipment for drafting tasks.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (79–87 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Computer aided drafting is screen work with abundant documentation and strong automated tooling.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Maintaining maintenance and repairing records to ensure vessel safety and performance
This is reading one thing and writing another: maintenance in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Maintain maintenance and repair records to ensure vessel safety and performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Maintenance and repair records are structured logs that software keeps more consistently than people do.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Selecting the best combination of materials for specific purposes
This is reading one thing and writing another: the best combination of materials in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Select the best combination of materials for specific purposes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Choosing materials for a purpose compares published properties against requirements, which software does well and quickly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.

Changing shape

32 tasks

Tasks where the machine takes the producing and a person keeps the checking, the deciding, or the answering-for-it. For most jobs this is the biggest group, and it is where "transformation, not termination" is literally visible.

Creating designs and drawings using Computer Aided Design
The software now makes the first pass at designs, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/01, 2122/02
Source: “Create designs and drawings using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 50 out of 100 (46–54 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Producing designs and drawings in CAD is skilled software work; tools can generate parts but an engineer still shapes the result.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Analysing performance of redesigned vehicles or components to increase fuel efficiency
The software now makes the first pass at performance of redesigned vehicles, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 95 · 2122/01
Source: “Analyse performance of redesigned vehicles or components to increase fuel efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Comparing fuel efficiency data across designs is analysis of recorded figures.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Analysing motor vehicle transmission systems
The software now makes the first pass at motor vehicle transmission systems, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 2122/01
Source: “Analyse motor vehicle transmission systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Analysing how a transmission system behaves is documented technical reasoning.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.

Staying human

71 tasks

Tasks that stay with a person, because they happen in the physical world, because the rules need someone accountable, or because the value is that a specific person does them.

Exchanging specific technical information with engineering
The value here is that a specific person handles specific technical information and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 2122/02, 2122/03
Source: “Exchange specific technical information with engineering, supervisory, or manufacturing personnel.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 39 out of 100 (32–46 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Technical detail can be written down, but shop floor problems get sorted by talking them through.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Conducting research to develop new concepts in automotive engineering
The ratings behind this row put research well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 90 · 2122/01
Source: “Conduct research to develop new concepts in automotive engineering.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 30 out of 100 (23–37 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over.
The rating behind it: Genuinely new engineering concepts still come from experienced engineers working with real hardware.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing camless engine alternatives for vehicles to increase fuel efficiency
The ratings behind this row put camless engine alternatives well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 90 · 2122/01
Source: “Design camless engine alternatives for vehicles to increase fuel efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 24 out of 100 (17–31 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the five ratings behind the score, with no single dominant reason.
The rating behind it: Designing an unproven engine architecture is original work that needs deep hands-on knowledge.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.

Show the other 154 tasks

Performing variation analyses to assess process stability
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: variation analyses in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/01
Source: “Perform variation analyses to assess process stability.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Variation and process stability analysis is standard statistics run on production data, which software does better.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Writing detailed reports on project progress for stakeholders
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: detailed reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/01
Source: “Write detailed reports on project progress for stakeholders.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Progress reports are written from information already recorded, which software does quickly and well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Maintaining engineering documentation for food and drink maintenance work
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: documentation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 2122/01
Source: “Maintain engineering documentation for food and drink maintenance work.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Keeping maintenance documentation current is structured recording work with a clear right answer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Maintaining complete records of engineering department activities
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: complete records of engineering department activities in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Maintain complete records of engineering department activities, including machine operations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Engineering department records, including machine logs, are structured digital data that systems already capture and maintain.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interpreting computer-generated reports for data analysis
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: computer-generated reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Interpret computer-generated reports for data analysis.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading a computer-generated report and drawing out what it means is one of software's strongest abilities.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Writing technical reports to document project specifications
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: technical reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/01
Source: “Write technical reports to document project specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Writing up specifications into a technical report is drafting from existing material, which software does very well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Developing contracts for marine construction and maintenance projects
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: contracts in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Develop contracts for marine construction and maintenance projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Marine construction contracts follow standard forms, so producing a solid draft is well within software's reach.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Writing reports to inform construction managers and clients about project progress
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Write reports to inform construction managers and clients about project progress.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Progress reports assemble information already held in project systems, which software drafts very well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Testing prototypes using computer aided design
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: prototypes in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Test prototypes using computer aided design (CAD) software.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Testing a prototype inside design software is screen work with well documented methods.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Constructing models for algorithm or controlling feature verification testing
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: models in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/01
Source: “Construct models for algorithm or control feature verification testing.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Building simulation models for control verification is coding against documented methods, which software supports strongly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing cost estimates for automotive design concepts
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: cost estimates in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/01
Source: “Develop cost estimates for automotive design concepts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Cost estimating works from part lists and rate data, which software handles quickly and consistently.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing material, cost and timing estimates
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: material, cost and timing estimates in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/01
Source: “Prepare material, cost, and timing estimates.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Material, cost and timing estimates are calculations from a specification and price data.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing operating procedures to improve workflow efficiency
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: procedures in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/01
Source: “Develop operating procedures to improve workflow efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Writing up operating procedures is document work drawing on how the workshop already runs.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Testing the design concept using computerised modelling
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: the design concept in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Test the design concept using computerised modelling.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Testing a concept in simulation software is screen work with well documented methods.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Analysing data to assess the feasibility of product proposals
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Analyse data to assess the feasibility of product proposals.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Feasibility analysis is data work software can carry out and present.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing detailed schedules of work to ensure project completion
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: detailed schedules of work in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Prepare detailed schedules of work to ensure project completion.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Building a detailed work schedule from tasks and durations is planning software's core job.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reviewing work requests and comparing them with previous work completed on ships to ensure that costs are economically sound
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: work requests in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Review work requests and compare them with previous work completed on ships to ensure that costs are economically sound.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Comparing a work request against past jobs and costs is record comparison software does quickly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Scheduling maintenance and repairs, ensuring spending is within budget
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: maintenance in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Schedule maintenance and repairs, ensuring spending is within budget.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Scheduling maintenance within a budget is planning and spreadsheet work software handles well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interpreting technical drawings to understand engineering concepts
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: technical drawings in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Interpret technical drawings to understand engineering concepts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading technical drawings is a documented skill that software now handles well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Using computer simulations and mathematical modelling in research and development work
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: computer simulations in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Use computer simulations and mathematical modelling in research and development work.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Simulation and mathematical modelling is computer work with well documented methods, so software takes on much of it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Defining system standards to meet design constraints
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This is reading one thing and writing another: system standards in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Define system standards to meet design constraints.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: System standards are documented artefacts tools draft strongly, with engineers confirming the constraints.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing concepts and specifications for new projects
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This is reading one thing and writing another: concepts in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Develop concepts and specifications for new projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Writing project concepts and specifications is structured drafting from existing information.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing models to assess the feasibility and sustainability of alternative designs
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This is reading one thing and writing another: models in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Develop models to assess the feasibility and sustainability of alternative designs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Feasibility and sustainability models are calculations software builds and runs quickly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interpreting schematics for electronic circuit analysis to support mechanical design projects
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This is reading one thing and writing another: schematics in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Interpret schematics for electronic circuit analysis to support mechanical design projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading circuit schematics is a documented skill software now handles competently.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring and implementing updates to environmental protection laws
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This is reading one thing and writing another: updates in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Monitor and implement updates to environmental protection laws.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 72 out of 100 (68–76 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Environmental law changes are published openly, so tracking and summarising them is well within software's reach.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Recommending the use of utility or energy services that minimise carbon footprints
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This is reading one thing and writing another: the use of utility in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Recommend the use of utility or energy services that minimise carbon footprints.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 70 out of 100 (66–74 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Energy and carbon options are extensively published, so software compares them and recommends well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Preparing necessary paperwork for statutory surveys and dry dock
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This is reading one thing and writing another: necessary paperwork in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Prepare necessary paperwork for statutory surveys and dry dock.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 69 out of 100 (65–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Survey and dry dock paperwork uses set forms and existing records, which software completes reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Applying mechanical principles to solve specific engineering problems
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This is reading one thing and writing another: mechanical principles in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Apply mechanical principles to solve specific engineering problems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Standard mechanical calculations and problem solving are well documented and software works through them reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing new ideas for cost-effectiveness and safety
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This is reading one thing and writing another: new ideas in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Assess new ideas for cost-effectiveness and safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Weighing cost and safety against known criteria is analysis and comparison software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Considering evolving customer needs and emissions regulations in new design and manufacturing processes
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This is reading one thing and writing another: customer needs in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Consider evolving customer needs and emissions regulations in new design and manufacturing processes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Emissions rules and customer research are documented sources software reads and applies well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing specifications for vehicles powered by alternative fuels
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This is reading one thing and writing another: specifications in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Develop specifications for vehicles powered by alternative fuels.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Specification documents follow set formats and draw on published fuel and powertrain data.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Evaluating new ideas based on performance and strength
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This is reading one thing and writing another: new ideas in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Evaluate new ideas based on performance and strength.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Assessing performance and strength uses established calculations and simulation that software runs well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing control feature requirements
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This is reading one thing and writing another: control feature requirements in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/01
Source: “Develop control feature requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Writing control requirements is structured technical drafting from existing specifications.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reviewing engineering documentation
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This is reading one thing and writing another: documentation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/01
Source: “Review engineering documentation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading engineering documents and flagging gaps is comparison work software does thoroughly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Carrying out environmental studies for the design of marine engines and equipment
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This is reading one thing and writing another: environmental studies in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Carry out environmental studies for the design of marine engines and equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Environmental studies for engine design draw on published data and standard modelling methods.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing specifications for equipment and tools to enhance marine vessel performance
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This is reading one thing and writing another: specifications in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Develop specifications for equipment and tools to enhance marine vessel performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Equipment specifications are drafted from manufacturer data and performance targets.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Establishing basic characteristics of craft
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This is reading one thing and writing another: basic characteristics of craft in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Establish basic characteristics of craft, such as size, weight, speed, propulsion, displacement, and draught, by studying design proposals and specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Deriving size, weight, speed and displacement from a design proposal is standard calculation work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Using computer simulations to verify product specifications
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This is reading one thing and writing another: computer simulations in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Use computer simulations to verify product specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Running simulations against a specification is standard computational work software performs well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing plans for construction of structures and estimating associated costs
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This is reading one thing and writing another: plans in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Develop plans for construction of structures and estimate associated costs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Construction plans and cost estimates work from quantities and rates, which software calculates reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing product or system layouts and detailed drawings
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This is reading one thing and writing another: product in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Prepare product or system layouts and detailed drawings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Producing layouts and detailed drawings is drafting work design software already supports strongly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Writing technical reports for engineering and management personnel
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This is reading one thing and writing another: technical reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Write technical reports for engineering and management personnel.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Technical reports follow familiar structures and draw on data already held digitally, so software drafts them well with an engineer's edit.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Determining conditions under which tests
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This is reading one thing and writing another: conditions in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Determine conditions under which tests are to be conducted.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Setting out test conditions follows documented standards and is straightforward technical drafting.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring and implementing updates to health and safety laws
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This is reading one thing and writing another: updates in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Monitor and implement updates to health and safety laws.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Tracking safety law changes and turning them into internal updates is reading and drafting work software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Outlining sequences and phases of test operations
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This is reading one thing and writing another: sequences in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Outline sequences and phases of test operations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Setting out the order and phases of testing is planning work from documented procedures.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Creating maintenance schedules for mechanical systems to ensure performance
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This is reading one thing and writing another: maintenance schedules in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Create maintenance schedules for mechanical systems to ensure performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Maintenance schedules are built from manufacturer intervals and asset records, which software organises well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing testing procedures to validate mechanical designs
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: procedures in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Develop testing procedures to validate mechanical designs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Test procedures follow documented standards, so a usable draft can be produced quickly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Generating detailed specifications to ensure product functionality
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: detailed specifications in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Generate detailed specifications to ensure product functionality.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Detailed specifications are structured technical documents software drafts well from existing requirements.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interpreting design sketches, specifications or drawings to develop mechanical components
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This is reading one thing and writing another: design sketches, specifications or drawings in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Interpret design sketches, specifications, or drawings to develop mechanical components.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading sketches and drawings and turning them into component designs is well supported by design software.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Outlining mechanical designs
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This is reading one thing and writing another: mechanical designs in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Outline mechanical designs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Outlining a design concept is early drafting where software produces useful starting points.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Evaluating the impact of cost
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This is reading one thing and writing another: the impact of cost in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Evaluate the impact of cost, safety, and time constraints on project outcomes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Weighing cost, safety and time against project outcomes is structured analysis software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying and deriving technical requirements for electro-mechanical projects to ensure the final product meets desired function and performance
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This is reading one thing and writing another: technical requirements in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Identify and derive technical requirements for electro-mechanical projects to ensure the final product meets desired function and performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Deriving technical requirements from a desired function is structured drafting software supports strongly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recommending modifications based on prototype test results
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This is reading one thing and writing another: modifications in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Recommend modifications based on prototype test results.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Turning prototype test data into recommended changes is analysis and writing software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Writing performance requirements for product development or engineering projects
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This is reading one thing and writing another: performance requirements in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Drafting a requirements document from project goals is exactly the kind of structured writing AI produces well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Enhancing supply chain efficiency and effectiveness
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This is reading one thing and writing another: chain efficiency in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2122/01
Source: “Enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Supply chain data analysis and optimisation is exactly the kind of number work software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Managing the production's budget and allocate resources
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: the production's budget in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2122/01
Source: “Manage the production's budget and allocate resources.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Tracking a budget and moving resources between lines is spreadsheet work software does quickly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reading current literature to stay abreast of new technology or competitive products
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This is reading one thing and writing another: current literature in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2122/01
Source: “Read current literature to stay abreast of new technology or competitive products.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 62 out of 100 (55–69 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading and digesting technical literature is exactly what reading software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Recording vessel engineering factors, planned maintenance, unplanned maintenance, fuel consumption and waste
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: vessel engineering factors, planned maintenance, unplanned maintenance in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Record vessel engineering factors such as planned maintenance, unplanned maintenance, fuel consumption, and waste.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 61 out of 100 (57–65 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Logging maintenance, fuel use and waste is structured record keeping that systems already capture automatically.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Providing feedback to product design teams so that products can be tailored to clients' needs
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at feedback, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Provide feedback to product design teams so that products can be tailored to clients' needs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 57 out of 100 (50–64 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Turning customer comments into useful design feedback is largely writing up patterns, which software does well from records.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Carrying out root cause analyses to prevent future issues
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The software now makes the first pass at root cause analyses, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Carry out root cause analyses to prevent future issues.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Root cause analysis is structured reasoning over records and reports.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Conducting failure analyses to identify reasons for malfunctions
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The software now makes the first pass at failure analyses, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Conduct failure analyses to identify reasons for malfunctions.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Failure analysis follows a documented method using evidence already recorded.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Ensuring drawings or models comply with engineering specifications
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The software now makes the first pass at drawings, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Ensure drawings or models comply with engineering specifications, codes, and standards.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (52–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Checking drawings against codes is systematic comparison, though rail sign-off stays with a competent engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Carrying out stability analyses of ships to ensure seaworthiness
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The software now makes the first pass at stability analyses of ships, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 2122/02
Source: “Carry out stability analyses of ships to ensure seaworthiness.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (52–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Stability calculations are standard naval architecture, though a classification society needs an accountable engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing layout of craft interior
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The software now makes the first pass at layout of craft interior, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Design layout of craft interior, including cargo space, passenger compartments, and lifts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (52–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Interior layout follows documented space and safety rules, though class approval needs a qualified engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing maintenance schedules for marine equipment to ensure seaworthiness
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The software now makes the first pass at maintenance schedules, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Develop maintenance schedules for marine equipment to ensure seaworthiness.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Maintenance intervals come from manufacturer and class requirements, so the schedule is largely documentation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing sectional and waterline curves of hull to establish centre of gravity
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The software now makes the first pass at sectional, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Develop sectional and waterline curves of hull to establish centre of gravity, ideal hull form, and buoyancy and stability data.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (52–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Hull form and stability curves are established calculations that naval architecture software already computes.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Directing the preparation of schematics for products or systems
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The software now makes the first pass at the preparation of schematics, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Direct the preparation of schematics for products or systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Schematic production follows drawing standards, though directing the work involves a team.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating the selection of manufacturing methods and fabrication processes
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The software now makes the first pass at the selection of manufacturing methods, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Coordinate the selection of manufacturing methods and fabrication processes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Choosing manufacturing methods works from documented process capabilities and cost data.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring a product in use to improve on future design
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The software now makes the first pass at a product, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Monitor a product in use to improve on future design.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Field performance data is captured automatically and analysing it for design lessons is software's strength.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Analysing electronics system requirements, capacity, cost and customer needs to assess project feasibility
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The software now makes the first pass at electronics system requirements, capacity, cost and customer needs, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Analyse electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, and customer needs to assess project feasibility.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Feasibility analysis on capacity, cost and requirements is number work software does quickly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating with suppliers on procurement matters to ensure efficient supply chain operations
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The software now makes the first pass at suppliers, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 2122/01
Source: “Coordinate with suppliers on procurement matters to ensure efficient supply chain operations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 53 out of 100 (46–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Routine supplier dealings can be handled digitally, but the relationship still shapes what you get.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing vehicles using lighter materials to improve fuel efficiency
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The software now makes the first pass at vehicles, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Design vehicles using lighter materials to improve fuel efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 50 out of 100 (43–57 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Material options are documented, but proving a lighter design works takes engineering judgement and testing.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing integrated mechanical or alternative systems to improve energy efficiency
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The software now makes the first pass at integrated mechanical or alternative systems, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Design integrated mechanical or alternative systems to improve energy efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 50 out of 100 (43–57 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Energy efficiency options are documented, though integrating them into a real system needs engineering judgement.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Planning new products and production processes to improve mechanical efficiency
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The software now makes the first pass at new products, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Plan new products and production processes to improve mechanical efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 50 out of 100 (43–57 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Product and process plans can be drafted, but the decisions rest on what this factory can actually do.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing human work systems using ergonomic principles to optimise usability and safety
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The software now makes the first pass at human work systems, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/01
Source: “Design human work systems using ergonomic principles to optimise usability and safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 49 out of 100 (42–56 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Ergonomic standards and body measurement data are published, so much of the design work can be drafted.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating with finance, warehousing and logistics departments to optimise operational efficiency
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The software now makes the first pass at finance, warehousing and logistics departments, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 2122/01
Source: “Coordinate with finance, warehousing, and logistics departments to optimise operational efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 49 out of 100 (42–56 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Coordination across finance and logistics can be part automated, though agreeing changes involves colleagues.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Testing and evaluating theoretical designs to improve mechanical system performance
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The software now makes the first pass at theoretical designs, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Test and evaluate theoretical designs to improve mechanical system performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 49 out of 100 (42–56 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Theoretical designs are largely evaluated in simulation, which software runs well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recommending remedial actions for equipment difficulties
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The software now makes the first pass at remedial actions, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Recommend remedial actions for equipment difficulties.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 49 out of 100 (42–56 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Fault diagnosis from symptoms and data is something software does well, though inspection often confirms it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Arranging repairs, fuel and supplies for vessels
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The software now makes the first pass at repairs, fuel and supplies, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Arrange repairs, fuel, and supplies for vessels.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (41–55 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Arranging vessel repairs, fuel and supplies is scheduling and ordering that software handles well once needs are known.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating and controlling the supply of spare parts and necessary equipment for vessels
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The software now makes the first pass at the supply of spare parts, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Coordinate and control the supply of spare parts and necessary equipment for vessels.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (44–52 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Spare parts planning and ordering is inventory work that software tracks better than people.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating manufacturing or repairing work to meet production schedules
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The software now makes the first pass at work, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Coordinate manufacturing or repair work to meet production schedules.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (41–55 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Scheduling work against production deadlines is planning software already does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing and improving test techniques for vehicle performance evaluation
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The software now makes the first pass at test techniques, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Develop and improve test techniques for vehicle performance evaluation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Test methods can be drafted, but proving they work needs real vehicles and equipment.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing marine apparatus and equipment
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The software now makes the first pass at marine apparatus, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 2122/02
Source: “Design marine apparatus and equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Marine equipment design follows established practice, but approval rests with a qualified engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Planning the entire build process of a vessel from concept to delivery
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The software now makes the first pass at the entire build process of a vessel, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Plan the entire build process of a vessel from concept to delivery.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: A build programme can be drafted, but shipbuilding plans depend on yard knowledge and supplier realities.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Directing product modifications to ensure compliance with environmental regulations
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The software now makes the first pass at product modifications, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Direct product modifications to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Environmental rules are published, but responsibility for a compliant product stays with a qualified engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Innovating production methods to enhance efficiency
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The software now makes the first pass at production methods, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Innovate production methods to enhance efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Ideas can be generated from published methods, but proving them means changing the real production line.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Maintaining contact with contractors and clients to ensure work completion at minimum cost
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The software now makes the first pass at contact, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 2122/02
Source: “Maintain contact with contractors and clients to ensure work completion at minimum cost.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 40 out of 100 (33–47 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Keeping contractors and clients aligned on cost depends on an ongoing working relationship.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Providing instructions to team members based on specific role requirements
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles instructions and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Provide instructions to team members based on specific role requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 39 out of 100 (32–46 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Work instructions can be written, but assigning and explaining them happens with the team present.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing control systems and algorithms for automotive management and safety enhancement
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for control systems, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Design control systems and algorithms for automotive management and safety enhancement.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Automotive control design is software work, but safety-related vehicle systems need qualified engineers accountable for the approval evidence.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Solving engineering problems related to vehicle design
staying human
The ratings behind this row put problems well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Solve engineering problems related to vehicle design.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Software suggests approaches, but resolving a real design problem needs engineering judgement and testing.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing test control apparatus or equipment for product testing
staying human
The ratings behind this row put test control apparatus well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Design test control apparatus or equipment for product testing.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Test rigs are usually one-offs designed around specific hardware in a specific lab.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Enhancing mechanical service processes within building systems
staying human
The ratings behind this row put mechanical service processes within building systems well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Enhance mechanical service processes within building systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Improving building services processes needs knowledge of how that particular plant actually runs.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Investigating equipment failures to diagnose faulty operation
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: equipment failures, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Investigate equipment failures to diagnose faulty operation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Investigating why equipment failed is structured analysis, though evidence comes from the machine itself.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing or modifying designs in collaboration with research personnel
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for designs, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Develop or modify designs in collaboration with research personnel.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 37 out of 100 (30–44 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Design changes can be drafted, but aerospace work must be owned by a qualified engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Ensuring marine designs are safe
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for marine designs are safe, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Ensure marine designs are safe, seaworthy, and cost-effective.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 36 out of 100 (32–40 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Signing off that a design is safe and seaworthy is a responsibility a qualified engineer must carry.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Clarifying design issues with research personnel to resolve problems
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles design issues and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Clarify design issues with research personnel to resolve problems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 35 out of 100 (28–42 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Resolving a design disagreement usually takes a conversation between the people who understand the detail.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Managing projects using engineering principles and techniques
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles projects and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Manage projects using engineering principles and techniques.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 35 out of 100 (28–42 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Project software tracks the work, but keeping people and suppliers moving is done by a person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Supervising employees to ensure quality of work
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles employees and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 2122/01
Source: “Supervise employees to ensure quality of work.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 30 out of 100 (23–37 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Quality checks can be automated, but supervising people at work means being with them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating the work of engineering design teams to achieve project goals
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles the work of engineering design teams and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Coordinate the work of engineering design teams to achieve project goals.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 30 out of 100 (23–37 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Coordinating design teams is mostly about people agreeing, which needs a person in the middle.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating with regulatory bodies to ensure cost-effective and safe repairs and alterations
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for regulatory bodies, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure cost-effective and safe repairs and alterations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 30 out of 100 (23–37 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Submissions can be drafted, but regulators deal with a named accountable engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Executing automated tests on automotive components
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: automated tests, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Execute automated tests on automotive components for performance, efficiency, and durability.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 29 out of 100 (22–36 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: The tests are automated, but rigs and samples still have to be set up by hand.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Testing prototypes and analysing results
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: prototypes, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Test prototypes and analyse results.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 29 out of 100 (22–36 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Analysis of results is easily supported, but running prototype tests needs someone in the workshop.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Testing processing methods to evaluate operating conditions and potential applications
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: methods, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Test processing methods to evaluate operating conditions and potential applications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 29 out of 100 (22–36 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Evaluating a processing method usually needs the process run on real equipment.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Verifying and validating OME designs
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for OME designs, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Verify and validate OME designs, activities, and processes for performance and safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 27 out of 100 (23–31 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Verifying a design for safety is a responsibility that a qualified engineer has to sign for.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Supporting clients with project management for concept design studies
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles clients and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Support clients with project management for concept design studies, new vessel constructions, refits, and conversions.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Clients running a refit want an engineer they know managing it and answering the phone.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing new mechanical products to enhance engineering solutions
staying human
The ratings behind this row put new mechanical products well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Develop new mechanical products to enhance engineering solutions.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over.
The rating behind it: Developing a genuinely new mechanical product needs experienced engineers and physical iteration.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Implementing operating procedures by consulting with engineers or other personnel
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles procedures and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Implement operating procedures by consulting with engineers or other personnel.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Procedures can be drafted, but getting them adopted involves working through them with colleagues.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Investigating mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: mechanical failures, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 25 out of 100 (18–32 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Working out why something broke usually means getting hands on the failed part as well as reading data.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting research to test the design and performance of equipment and systems
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: research, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Conduct research to test the design and performance of equipment and systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 25 out of 100 (18–32 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Some testing is simulated, but proving equipment performance still involves rigs and real hardware.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing and implementing cost-effective equipment modifications to help improve safety and reliability
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: cost-effective equipment modifications, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Design and implement cost-effective equipment modifications to help improve safety and reliability.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 25 out of 100 (18–32 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: The modification can be designed on screen, but fitting and proving it happens on the equipment.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Selecting or installing combined heat units
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: combined heat units, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Select or install combined heat units, power units, cogeneration equipment, or trigeneration equipment that reduces energy use or pollution.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 25 out of 100 (18–32 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Equipment can be selected from published data, but installing it is physical work on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Resolving system malfunctions by consulting with engineers or other personnel
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: system malfunctions, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Resolve system malfunctions by consulting with engineers or other personnel.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 24 out of 100 (17–31 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Sorting out a machine fault usually means standing at it and talking it through with colleagues.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Designing motor vehicle braking systems
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for motor vehicle braking systems, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 90 · 2122/01
Source: “Design motor vehicle braking systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 23 out of 100 (19–27 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Braking system design is safety critical and has to be owned by a qualified engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Managing conformance and maintenance of all onboard equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: conformance, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Manage conformance and maintenance of all onboard equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 22 out of 100 (15–29 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Conformance records can be managed digitally, but the equipment is checked on board by an engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Applying engineering principles or practices to emerging fields
staying human
The ratings behind this row put principles well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Apply engineering principles or practices to emerging fields, such as robotics, waste management, or biomedical engineering.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (14–28 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the five ratings behind the score, with no single dominant reason.
The rating behind it: AI can summarise what is known in a new field, but applying engineering to genuinely novel problems needs original expert thinking.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Being responsible for maintaining development of materials
staying human
The ratings behind this row put responsible well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Be responsible for maintaining development of materials, products, and manufacturing infrastructures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (14–28 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the five ratings behind the score, with no single dominant reason.
The rating behind it: Owning the ongoing development of products and manufacturing infrastructure is a broad responsibility, not a single output.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Directing the maintenance of renewable energy equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the maintenance of renewable energy equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Direct the maintenance of renewable energy equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (14–28 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Directing maintenance on wind or solar plant means coordinating people who are physically at the site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Resolving issues with sub-contractors and suppliers
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles issues and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Resolve issues with sub-contractors and suppliers.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (17–25 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Sorting out a dispute with a supplier depends on the working relationship and a conversation, not a document.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Guaranteeing consistent product performance in specified operating environments
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for consistent product performance, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Guarantee consistent product performance in specified operating environments.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 19 out of 100 (15–23 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Guaranteeing aerospace performance is a formal responsibility a qualified engineer must hold.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Acting as the main contact between ship and shore-based staff
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the main contact, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Act as the main contact between ship and shore-based staff.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Being the link between ship and shore depends on people knowing and trusting who they are calling.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Attending conferences and seminars for professional development
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: conferences, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2122/01
Source: “Attend conferences and seminars for professional development.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 17 out of 100 (10–24 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Attending in person is the point of it, even where sessions are also available online.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring work processes to ensure standard compliance
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: work processes, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Monitor work processes to ensure standard compliance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 16 out of 100 (9–23 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Watching how work is actually carried out means being where the work happens.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Developing new materials for improved product performance
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: new materials, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Develop new materials for improved product performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 16 out of 100 (9–23 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Developing new materials is laboratory research proven through physical testing.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Calibrating motor vehicle systems for optimal performance
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: motor vehicle systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 2122/01
Source: “Calibrate motor vehicle systems for optimal performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 14 out of 100 (7–21 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Calibration follows set procedures, but it is carried out on the vehicle.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Evaluating the performance of working models on a test track
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the performance of working models, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Evaluate the performance of working models on a test track.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 14 out of 100 (10–18 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Judging how a car behaves on a test track means running it and being there.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Inventing innovative calibration methods tailored to specific scientific measurement needs
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: innovative calibration methods, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2122/01
Source: “Invent innovative calibration methods tailored to specific scientific measurement needs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 14 out of 100 (7–21 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Inventing a new calibration method means working with the instruments themselves.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting hydrographic surveys and other marine activities
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: hydrographic surveys, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Conduct hydrographic surveys and other marine activities.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 14 out of 100 (7–21 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Survey data can be processed automatically, but collecting it means being out on the water.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Working with other professionals, within and outside the engineering sector
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles other professionals, within and outside the engineering sector and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 2122/03
Source: “Work with other professionals, within and outside the engineering sector.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (9–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Working with other professionals rests on relationships built between people over time.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Directing junior engineers in technical projects
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles junior engineers and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 2122/01
Source: “Direct junior engineers in technical projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 12 out of 100 (8–16 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Junior engineers learn from someone who reviews their work and answers questions in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Monitoring the availability of lifesaving and pollution prevention equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the availability, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/02
Source: “Monitor the availability of lifesaving and pollution prevention equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 11 out of 100 (7–15 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Checking that lifejackets and pollution gear are present and serviceable means walking the vessel.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring and commissioning plant and systems to ensure operational efficiency
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: plant, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Monitor and commission plant and systems to ensure operational efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 9 out of 100 (5–13 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Commissioning plant means being on site adjusting and proving the equipment.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Creating prototypes of design concepts
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: prototypes of design concepts, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Create prototypes of design concepts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 8 out of 100 (4–12 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Making a prototype means cutting, shaping and assembling real materials.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Modifying designs using working models to conform with customer specifications
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: designs, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Modify designs using working models to conform with customer specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (3–11 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Adjusting a working model to match what the customer wants is done with hands on the model.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Testing hybrid and electric vehicle systems
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: hybrid, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Test hybrid and electric vehicle systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Testing vehicle systems means working on real hardware, with the data analysis handled afterwards at a desk.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting environmental, operational or performance tests on marine machinery and equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: environmental, operational or performance tests, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Conduct environmental, operational, or performance tests on marine machinery and equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Testing marine machinery means running real equipment aboard or in a rig, with analysis following afterwards.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Overseeing the adjustment of equipment or machinery
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the adjustment of equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2122/03
Source: “Oversee the adjustment of equipment or machinery.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (3–11 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Adjusting machinery is done with hands on the machine.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting and providing technical support for sea trials to evaluate vessel performance
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: technical support, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Conduct and provide technical support for sea trials to evaluate vessel performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (2–10 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Sea trials happen at sea with engineers aboard watching how the vessel actually behaves.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Overseeing construction and testing of prototype in model basin
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: construction, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Oversee construction and testing of prototype in model basin.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (2–10 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Model basin testing means being at the tank while the prototype is run.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Overseeing testing, installation and repairing of marine apparatus and equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: installation, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Oversee testing, installation, and repair of marine apparatus and equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (2–10 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Overseeing installation and repair means being where the equipment is being worked on.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Training engineers and crew members for routine and emergency duties
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: engineers, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Train engineers and crew members for routine and emergency duties.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (2–10 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Emergency drills and hands-on training happen with the crew on the rig.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Inspecting and testing fire, intruder detection or other security systems to verify operational effectiveness
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: fire, intruder detection or other security systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2122/02
Source: “Inspect and test fire, intruder detection, or other security systems to verify operational effectiveness.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (0–13 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Testing fire and security systems means physically triggering them on site, and certification schemes expect a competent registered person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting on-board safety training for naval architect crews with seafaring experience
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: on-board safety, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2122/02
Source: “Conduct on-board safety training for naval architect crews with seafaring experience.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 5 out of 100 (1–9 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Safety training on board is delivered in person with real equipment and real drills.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Building production models for automotive engineering
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: production models, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Build production models for automotive engineering.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Building a production model means machining, assembling and handling real parts.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Carrying out testing processes and final inspection of products
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: testing processes, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Carry out testing processes and final inspection of products.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Testing and inspecting finished products means picking them up and checking them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Inspecting vehicles to assess roadworthiness and safety
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: vehicles, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Inspect vehicles to assess roadworthiness and safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Assessing a vehicle's roadworthiness means physically examining it, and the decision is a licensed one.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Testing automotive components and bodywork for defects
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: automotive components, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Test automotive components and bodywork for defects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Checking components and bodywork for defects means inspecting the actual parts.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Testdriving vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: vehicles, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/01
Source: “Test-drive vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Test driving a vehicle means sitting in it and driving it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Understanding and interpreting data from instruments and controls
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: data, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2122/01
Source: “Understand and interpret data from instruments and controls.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Reading cockpit instruments happens in the aircraft while flying it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Applying the team's colours and sponsorship logos to finish vehicles
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the team's colours, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 2122/01
Source: “Apply the team's colours and sponsorship logos to finish vehicles.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Applying paint, colours and decals to a car is physical finishing work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting operational tests on machinery to verify proper functioning
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: operational tests, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Conduct operational tests on machinery to verify proper functioning.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Running a machine to check it works properly is done standing at the machine.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Maintaining ship equipment, such as winches, cranes, derricks or weapons systems
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: ship equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Maintain ship equipment, such as winches, cranes, derricks, or weapons systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Maintaining winches, cranes and deck machinery is hands-on work on the ship.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Performing planned maintenance of engineering components as per the vessel maintenance system
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: planned maintenance of engineering components, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Perform planned maintenance of engineering components as per the vessel maintenance system.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Planned maintenance means opening up machinery and working on it with tools.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Performing safety checks on engines
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: safety checks, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/02
Source: “Perform safety checks on engines, instruments, and systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Pre-flight safety checks are done by a licensed pilot walking round the aircraft.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Installing materials and supplies to maintain equipment in good working condition
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: materials, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Install materials and supplies to maintain equipment in good working condition.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fitting materials and supplies to keep equipment running is hands-on maintenance.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment using appropriate tools and techniques
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: mechanical equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2122/03
Source: “Install, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment using appropriate tools and techniques.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Installing and repairing machinery needs tools and hands on the equipment.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.

What this job pays, and how many people do it

Median pay: £51,100a year, before tax, the middle of the range, so half earn more and half earn less.ashe-t14, 2025 · ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025)Provisional, because the ONS revises this figure in the autumn.
How we know this
Source: ashe-t14
Reference period: ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025)
Rounding: Shown to the nearest £100. The exact published figure is in the downloadable dataset. We do not render pounds the survey cannot support.
People doing this job: 94,400in the UK, 2026.nomis-aps · Apr 2025-Mar 2026 (latest APS 12-month period)This headcount comes from a survey, not a census, so treat it as a good estimate rather than an exact count.

What is deliberately not here: a forecast of how many of these jobs exist in ten years. Where an official projection exists for a market we publish it with its vintage; where it does not, we leave the space empty rather than borrow the other country’s number.

Why this is shifting

The reason is boringly specific. Most of what is shifting here is reading one thing and writing another: computerised automotive applications like telemetrics in, a record out. The rows above are exactly that shape: researching computerised automotive applications like telemetrics and artificial intelligence and using computer-aided drafting equipment for drafting tasks. What it cannot do is be trusted in person, which is what specific technical information runs on: someone specific doing it and standing behind it. Which is why this page talks about your tasks changing, not your job ending.

Your move

Over a pint: what I’d tell you if you were my friend

Your week is splitting in two, and which half fills it is the whole question. Researching computerised automotive applications like telemetrics and artificial intelligence is going; exchanging specific technical information with engineering is not.

So, given all that: 36% of this job's task weight sits in rows the software is already learning, 20% in rows that change shape rather than disappear, and 43% in rows it is nowhere near. That is the position, measured across 164 scored tasks. It is not a forecast about you.

The occupation is an average and you are not, so the first job below is finding out where your own week actually sits.

This week: one thing

Print the task ledger above and put your own hours next to each row. Roughly, in pen, in one sitting. Then look at which group your hours actually pile up in. Twenty minutes, this week.

What you end up holding: your own week, on one page, sorted into what is shifting and what is not
How long it takes: about twenty minutes

If printing it isn’t practical: Read the rows off this page and write the same list on the back of an envelope. Same twenty minutes, same page, and it works just as well said out loud to someone who knows the job. The point is your hours next to the rows, not the paper it is on.

Over the next 90 days

Volunteer toward the durable end, visibly. Over the next ninety days put your hand up for the work in the bottom group (exchanging specific technical information with engineering) and let people see you doing it. Not a new project: the same job, with your mix deliberately tilted. The point is that when the rota or the reorganisation comes, the version of you people picture is the one doing the part that stays.

Over the next 12 months

Claim a specialism at the durable end and let the other end go. Over a year, deliberately become the person who handles exchanging specific technical information with engineering, and deliberately stop being the first choice for the rows in the top group. That trade costs something, because the exposed work is often the comfortable work. Decide it on purpose rather than by drift. Before you pay for anything, spend an hour with National Careers Service. It is free and government-funded, and it is listed below with the rest of the free routes.

The roads out of here, and why I am not sending you down them

I looked at the obvious moves out of this job, and here is what I found.

I checked the 12 nearest UK occupations to mechanical engineers (professional) (nearest by the work that AI is not taking, not by job title), and none of them survived. The closest was aerospace engineers: only about 4% of its durable work is work you already do. Your own job splits about 36/64: that share of the list sits in the top exposure band and the rest does not. On this evidence the honest move is inside the job rather than out of it. Become the person who owns “analyse performance of redesigned vehicles or components to increase fuel efficiency”, and let the exposed end go.

How that was checked: this job was compared against all 412 UK occupations in this release on their official task statements, and the 12 nearest were examined one by one. A move that turns on an industry, an employer or a qualification rather than on the work itself will not show up in a check like that. And this release carries no licence register, so anything you are weighing needs that looked up separately.

3 moves I checked and rejected

These are the obvious-looking jumps. They are here with their reasons rather than quietly dropped, because the ones that fail are worth knowing about. It is one less thing to turn over at night.

Aerospace engineers
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour on the work AI is not taking: you already create prototypes of design concepts, and their equivalent is to create models and prototypes for product development. Across both published task lists that is about 4% of the durable work in that job.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 4% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
Look at that job’s page anyway →
Clothing, fashion and accessories designers
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “modify designs using working models to conform with customer specifications”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 2% of the work in that job the software is not taking.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 2% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step. It is a pay cut, in those words: £36,848 against your £51,110, 27.9% less (ASHE Table 14.7a, 2025 provisional (both)). Retraining to earn less is a decision, not advice. And it is a narrow door: about 18,300 of those jobs against 94,400 of yours (ONS via Nomis), 19% as many seats.
Look at that job’s page anyway →
CAD, drawing and architectural technicians
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour on the work AI is not taking: you already carry out testing processes and final inspection of products, and their equivalent is to create detailed final hand drawings and specifications. Across both published task lists that is about 2% of the durable work in that job.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 2% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step. It is a pay cut, in those words: £35,221 against your £51,110, 31.1% less (ASHE Table 14.7a, 2025 provisional (both)). Retraining to earn less is a decision, not advice.
Look at that job’s page anyway →

What I’d stop worrying about

A friend tells you what not to spend fear on. This is that list.

The headline number you read somewhere
The big “X% of jobs” figures are about the whole economy, not about you. The number that describes your job is on this page: 36% of its task weight, across 164 scored tasks. Every row behind it is printed above with the source. Check ours; ignore theirs.
The whole-job doom story
Nothing on this page says this job ends. It says the mix inside it moves. Half the rows above are unchanged or changing shape, and the plan is about which half your week sits in. That is a very different problem, and a solvable one.
Panic-buying a course
Do the twenty-minute sorting exercise first. Most people who buy a course before they have done it buy the wrong one, and the free services listed below will tell you the same thing without charging for it.
The “obvious” next job everyone suggests
I checked the obvious moves and most of them did not survive. The reasons are printed with the routes above, including the pay and the gate. A move that fails on the numbers is worth knowing about so you can stop turning it over at night.

You are reading the United Kingdom figures

The United States splits this work across more than one official group, of which Aerospace Engineers is the closest. The pay and employment figures are not directly comparable, and we do not average them together.

Switch to the United States page →partial match

The other groups this work is counted across:

In US official statistics this job is counted as Aerospace Engineers, Agricultural Engineers, Marine Engineers and Naval Architects and Mechanical Engineers. Pay is shown separately for each of those groups (medians cannot be averaged together), while the task list and the scores on this page are for this group only.

Your route through this

Where to go next, and what it costs

Free, and complete

The moves above cost nothing. These are the real services that go with them: public, government-funded, and free at the point of use. Nothing on this page is behind an email address or a payment.

In England:
National Careers Service
A free hour with a government-funded careers adviser is worth more than another evening of reading. In England that's the National Careers Service.
Free, government-funded
- Discover your skills and careers (the skills assessment)
In England:
National Careers Service - Find a course
Search what's actually running near you before you spend anything.
Free to search; individual courses vary
In England:
Free courses for jobs (Level 3 qualifications)
A free Level 3 qualification you already qualify for beats a paid course you don't need.
Free for eligible adults
In England:
Skills Bootcamps
Free, up to 16 weeks, and you get a job interview at the end. In England these are Skills Bootcamps - search what's running near you.
Free for eligible adults in England
- Skills Bootcamps - what they are and who can do them (DfE, Skills for Careers)
- Skills Bootcamps - JobHelp (DWP)
In Scotland:
My World of Work (Skills Development Scotland)
In Scotland it's My World of Work, from Skills Development Scotland.
Free, publicly funded
- Skills Development Scotland
In Wales:
Careers Wales
In Wales it's Careers Wales.
Free, Welsh Government-funded
In Northern Ireland:
Careers Service Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland it's the Careers Service on nidirect.
Free, Department for the Economy-funded

No Space for this job, but one for what is happening to it

Nothing Collab365 runs is built for mechanical engineers (professional), and we are not going to point you at the nearest one and call it a fit.

There is one that is not about a job title at all. The AI Authority is about being the person who directs these tools at work rather than the person they get compared to. That is worth saying here, because 36% of the work on this page is already inside what they can do.

Try The AI Authority free →

7 days free, no card needed. Explore up to 2 Spaces before you choose a plan: you pick a plan later, not now.

The AI Authority is a general community about working with AI, not a course for mechanical engineers (professional). You do not need it to act on anything here: the moves above cost nothing and stand on their own. The data on this page is the same either way.

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No Space for mechanical engineers (professional) yet. Should there be one?

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What a Space actually is, in full

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Questions people ask about this job

Will AI replace Mechanical engineers (professional)?: Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 164 official task statements scored for Mechanical engineers (professional) (United Kingdom, SOC 2122), 36% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 44 out of 100 (range 39–50, band: partial). That is a statement about tasks, not about headcount: this measures what AI could do, not whether any employer adopts it, whether the law allows it, or whether doing the routine parts faster creates more demand for the human parts. Figures are from release 2026-q4.1.
Which tasks in “Mechanical engineers (professional)” can AI already do?: The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Perform variation analyses to assess process stability” (93/100, very high); “Write detailed reports on project progress for stakeholders” (93/100, very high); “Maintain engineering documentation for food and drink maintenance work” (93/100, very high). Each score comes from five published 0–4 ratings turned into a number by a published formula, and each carries the model's one-sentence reason on the page.
Which tasks in “Mechanical engineers (professional)” stay human?: About 43% of this job's task weight sits in work that scores low for AI exposure. The lowest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Install, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment using appropriate tools and techniques” (0/100, minimal); “Install materials and supplies to maintain equipment in good working condition” (0/100, minimal); “Perform safety checks on engines, instruments, and systems” (0/100, minimal). Low scores usually mean the task needs a body in a room, a legally accountable human, or trust built in real time. Those are the three things the scoring rubric treats as gates rather than obstacles.
What should someone working in “Mechanical engineers (professional)” do about AI?: Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 36% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 43% is not. The practical move is to spend more of your week on the tasks that score low, the ones above, and to get fluent at directing AI through the tasks that score high, because those are the parts that change whether or not you are ready for them. This page does not predict your job, and nothing here is career advice tailored to you: the score describes the occupation, not the person.
How is the AI exposure score for Mechanical engineers (professional) calculated?: Each official task statement for the occupation is rated on five published 0–4 dimensions (output replicability, physical embodiment, licensed accountability, real-time human trust, and data availability) by claude-opus-5 using scoring prompt task_scoring_v1.0. The model never writes the score; a published formula turns the five ratings into a 0–100 number, so every score can be recomputed by hand. The occupation figure is the importance-weighted mean across 164 scored tasks. The prompt, the rubric, the formula and the full dataset are published at https://futureproof.collab365.com/method and https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1 under CC BY 4.0.

Where these numbers come from

About the data on this page

Provisional, because the ONS revises this figure in the autumn.
This headcount comes from a survey, not a census, so treat it as a good estimate rather than an exact count.
The match between this job and its counterpart in the other country is partial, so the two pages count slightly different groups of people.
35 of this occupation's scored task statements carry a score that was measured under a different occupation's context, because the statement is shared between jobs and has only been scored once so far. Each one names the occupation it was measured under in the free routes below; none is presented as a measurement for this job.
Task clusters are not derived in this release, so the task-cluster field is empty and no Collab365 Space routing is attached to this occupation yet.

Task statements: gaisi-indexProcessing: catalogue-bridge → ssc-relatedness-weighting → task-scoring → score-aggregation
Task weights: gaisi-index (relatedness)
Scores: Rubric task_scoring_v1.0, model claude-opus-5, computed 2026-08-05.
Pay and employment: ashe-t14 (ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025))nomis-aps (Apr 2025-Mar 2026 (latest APS 12-month period))

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The plain-English wording on this page is assembled directly from the task statements and the published ratings, not written by hand for this occupation. That is why it is specific, and it is also why we say so.

The routes and free resources further up are today’s, not the release’s (last reviewed 2026-08-05). A route is an offer, not a historical fact, so it moves on its own clock.

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Collab365 (2026). Collab365 Futureproof: task-level AI exposure for US and UK occupations, release 2026-q4.1 (methodVersion 2.0.0, promptVersion task_scoring_v1.0). https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1. Licensed CC BY 4.0. Built with O*NET data (USDOL/ETA, CC BY 4.0); ONS data (Open Government Licence v3.0); GAISI task framework (arXiv:2507.22748, MIT); BLS data (public domain).

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@misc{collab365futureproof2026q41,
  title        = {Collab365 Futureproof: task-level AI exposure for US and UK occupations, release 2026-q4.1},
  author       = {{Collab365}},
  year         = {2026},
  url          = {https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1},
  note         = {Release 2026-q4.1, methodVersion 2.0.0, promptVersion task_scoring_v1.0, CC BY 4.0}
}

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