Will AI replace Production and process engineers?

Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 143 official task statements scored for Production and process engineers (United Kingdom, SOC 2125), 20% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 36 out of 100 (range 30–42, band: low). 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 “Production and process engineers” can AI already do?

The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Prepare detailed production reports for research, manufacturing and assembly processes” (93/100, very high); “Prepare estimate of production costs for management” (93/100, very high); “Maintain required records for asset management” (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 “Production and process engineers” stay human?

About 60% 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: “Repair equipment quickly and efficiently” (0/100, minimal); “Inspect products to ensure they meet specifications” (0/100, minimal); “Install, replace, or maintain assets to specification” (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 “Production and process engineers” do about AI?

Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 20% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 60% 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 Production and process engineers 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 143 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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Production and process engineers

monitoring and analysing data from processes and experiments, setting up maintenance schedules for production equipment to optimise efficiency and formulating a quality strategy to reduce product defects and improve service performance. If that's your week, this page is about your job.

The honest answer

AI is already taking a real slice of the routine work here: monitoring and analysing data from processes and experiments. That is a slice of tasks, not of you.

Your move: what you can actually do about this ↓

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 20%
changing shape: 20%
staying human: 60%

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

Whole-job exposure score 36 out of 100 (30–42 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, across 143 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 production and process engineers 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.

That slice is not coming back; the core of the job, designing and developing plant control systems and installing them, stays yours. The tools change, the responsibility doesn't.

Your week, as this page understands it

Production and process engineers advise on and direct technical aspects of production programmes to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency. This unit group incorporates: planning and quality control engineers who plan production schedules, work sequences, and manufacturing and processing procedures to ensure accuracy, quality and reliability; and chemical engineers who undertake research on commercial scale chemical processes and processed products, design and provide specifications and direct the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of chemical plants and control systems. The job title says “production” or “process engineers”: officially one job, two names. The real job is the part underneath: designing and developing plant control systems and installing them. 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 production and process engineers is not one task. It is 143 scored ones, and they are nowhere near equally exposed. The most durable of them, on this evidence, is designing and developing plant control systems and installing them, and the ledger below shows exactly why.

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 20%
changing shape: 20%
staying human: 60%

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.

34 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

29 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.

Monitoring and analysing data from processes and experiments
This is reading one thing and writing another: data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 2125/01
Source: “Monitor and analyse data from processes and experiments.” (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: Sifting and interpreting process and experiment data is screen work with plenty of numbers available, which software already handles to a usable standard.
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 production costs for sustainable designs using statistical studies
This is reading one thing and writing another: production costs in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2125/03
Source: “Analyse production costs for sustainable designs using statistical studies.” (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: Costing designs with statistics is number work using figures the business already holds, which software does reliably.
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.
Calculating production costs, including equipment, time and labour
This is reading one thing and writing another: production costs, including equipment, time and labour in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2125/03
Source: “Calculate production costs, including equipment, time, and labour.” (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: Adding up equipment, time and labour costs is structured calculation that software handles quickly from the usual company 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.
Using computer models to work out safe and cost-effective production methods
This is reading one thing and writing another: computer models in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 2125/01
Source: “Use computer models to work out safe and cost-effective production methods.” (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: Modelling production methods on a computer is exactly what software is good at, though a responsible engineer must sign off anything safety related.
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.

Changing shape

29 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.

Analysing processes and compiling debottleneck studies to optimise production
The software now makes the first pass at processes, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 95 · 2125/01
Source: “Analyse processes and compile debottleneck studies to optimise production.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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: Finding where a production line gets stuck is data analysis software does well, though an engineer must check it against how the plant really behaves.
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 3/4.
Diagnosing problems with chemical manufacturing processes
The software now makes the first pass at problems, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 95 · 2125/01
Source: “Diagnose problems with chemical manufacturing processes.” (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: Software can spot likely causes in process data, though engineers usually need to walk the plant to confirm what is actually going wrong.
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.
Determining most effective arrangement of operations
The software now makes the first pass at most effective arrangement of operations, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 2125/01
Source: “Determine most effective arrangement of operations such as mixing, crushing, heat transfer, distillation, and drying.” (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: Choosing the order of steps like mixing, distilling and drying is textbook engineering, so software can offer a solid starting arrangement.
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.

Staying human

85 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.

Designing and developing plant control systems and installing them
This work happens in the physical world: plant control systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/01, 2125/03
Source: “Design and develop plant control systems and install them.” (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: Control system design can largely be drafted on screen, but installing it means working on the actual plant.
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.
Carrying out tests and monitoring performance of processes throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over variables
This work happens in the physical world: tests, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 2125/01
Source: “Carry out tests and monitor performance of processes throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over variables such as temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure.” (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: Reading the data is easy for software, but someone still has to be on the plant taking measurements while the process runs.
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.
Applying new technologies to advance chemical engineering solutions
The ratings behind this row put new technologies well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 90 · 2125/01
Source: “Apply new technologies to advance chemical engineering solutions.” (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: Bringing genuinely new technology into a chemical plant depends on judgement and hands-on trials that software can only support, not do.
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 133 tasks

Preparing detailed production reports
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: detailed production reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2125/01
Source: “Prepare detailed production reports for research, manufacturing and assembly processes.” (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: Detailed production reports are assembled from recorded data, which software does quickly.
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.
Preparing estimate of production costs for management
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: estimate of production costs in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2125/01
Source: “Prepare estimate of production costs for management.” (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: Costing a production run from material, labour and overhead figures is spreadsheet work software does 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 required records for asset management
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: required records in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Maintain required records for asset management.” (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: Asset records are structured digital data that management systems already capture and keep up to date.
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 financial records and accounts to optimise production costs
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: financial records in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Maintain financial records and accounts to optimise production costs.” (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: Keeping cost records and accounts is highly routine number work that software already does at least as well as people.
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.
Monitoring national and international trends in the manufacturing industry
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: national in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2125/03
Source: “Monitor national and international trends in the manufacturing industry.” (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: Tracking industry trends is reading and summarising published material, which software does quickly and 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 4/4.
Assessing materials and methods
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: materials in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2125/02
Source: “Assess materials and methods for processing, performance, and cost-effectiveness.” (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: Comparing materials and processing methods on performance and cost is desk analysis against published data, which 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 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Obtaining and analysing relevant information and data to evaluate performance and influence business results using it software and systems
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: relevant information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2125/02
Source: “Obtain and analyse relevant information and data to evaluate performance and influence business results using it software and systems.” (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: Pulling business data out of company systems and turning it into performance insight is a well trodden task for software.
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 performance specifications for customer documentation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: performance specifications in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 65 · 2125/02
Source: “Develop performance specifications for customer documentation.” (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 performance specifications for customers is document work with the numbers already to hand, which software drafts to a usable standard.
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.
Specifying testing standards and procedures to assess product quality before market launch
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: standards in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 65 · 2125/02
Source: “Specify testing standards and procedures to assess product quality before market launch.” (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: Testing standards are documented practice software can draft for a manager to approve.
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 formal documentation for MEMS devices
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: formal documentation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 55 · 2125/02
Source: “Develop formal documentation for MEMS devices, including quality assurance guidance.” (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: Formal device documentation and quality guidance follows set formats and existing data, which software drafts to a usable standard.
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 training manuals for customer
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: manuals in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 55 · 2125/02
Source: “Develop training manuals for customer use.” (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: Training manuals follow familiar structures and draw on product information already written down, so software produces a strong first draft.
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 statistical data to establish quality standards for finished products
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: statistical data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Analyse statistical data to establish quality standards for finished products.” (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: Statistical quality analysis works on data already in company systems and uses standard methods 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 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing a tool design brief that includes cost
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: a tool design brief in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 2125/03
Source: “Develop a tool design brief that includes cost, quality, delivery, and health and safety considerations, such as tool handling features, to meet customer requirements.” (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: A tool design brief pulls together cost, quality, delivery and safety points in a familiar document format software drafts 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.
Setting up maintenance schedules for production equipment to optimise efficiency
shifting to AI
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 75 · 2125/03
Source: “Set up maintenance schedules for production equipment to optimise 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: Maintenance schedules come from equipment manuals and usage data, so software can build a sensible plan for an engineer to approve.
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.
Identifying and making recommended changes to operational processes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: recommended changes in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Identify and make recommended changes to operational processes, systems and procedures.” (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: Reviewing how a process works and suggesting improvements is analysis of information already recorded.
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.
Forecasting demand for TES assets and services
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: demand in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 2125/03
Source: “Forecast demand for TES assets and services.” (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: Demand forecasting uses historical figures and documented techniques, which software applies quickly and accurately.
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.
Regulating workflow schedules according to established manufacturing sequences and leading times
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: workflow schedules in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 2125/03
Source: “Regulate workflow schedules according to established manufacturing sequences and lead times.” (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: Adjusting production schedules against lead times is a planning calculation 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.
Implementing technology and methods to enable the capture and analysis of data to provide exploitable TES insight
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: technology in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 2125/03
Source: “Implement technology and methods to enable the capture and analysis of data to provide exploitable TES insight.” (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: Setting up data capture and analysis to produce useful insight is squarely software work with plenty of documented practice.
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.
Identifying cost saving methods for product design changes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: cost saving methods in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Identify cost saving methods for product design changes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 68 out of 100 (61–75 allowing for uncertainty): high 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: Cost analysis is straightforward for software, though the savings that matter depend on this product's details.
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 2/4.
Maintaining formal engineering documents, including schematics and materials specifications
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This is reading one thing and writing another: formal engineering documents, including schematics and materials specifications in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 65 · 2125/02
Source: “Maintain formal engineering documents, including schematics and materials 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: Keeping schematics and specifications current is structured document control that software manages accurately.
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 intellectual property documents for MEMS devices and products
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This is reading one thing and writing another: intellectual property documents in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Develop intellectual property documents for MEMS devices and products.” (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: Patent and intellectual property drafting follows tight conventions with plenty of examples, so software drafts well before an attorney signs it off.
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.
Communicating operating characteristics to engineers or designers for training
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This is reading one thing and writing another: characteristics in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Communicate operating characteristics to engineers or designers for training.” (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: Explaining how equipment behaves to engineers and designers is largely writing and diagrams, which software drafts well before a person delivers 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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Projecting manage activities to ensure timely delivery and meet stakeholder and budget requirements
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This is reading one thing and writing another: manage activities in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Project manage activities to ensure timely delivery and meet stakeholder and budget requirements.” (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: Project plans and tracking are well supported by these tools, though keeping delivery on course involves people.
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.
Tendering for new equipment to enhance manufacturing processes
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This is reading one thing and writing another: new equipment in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Tender for new equipment to enhance manufacturing processes.” (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: Preparing a tender is structured document work using known requirements and supplier information, which software drafts 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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying equipment needs and source competitive suppliers
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This is reading one thing and writing another: equipment needs in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 2125/03
Source: “Identify equipment needs and source competitive suppliers.” (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: Working out what equipment is needed and finding suppliers is research and comparison that 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.
Developing and testing process simulation models to assess options for plant expansion or reconfiguration
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The software now makes the first pass at process simulation models, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2125/01
Source: “Develop and test process simulation models to assess options for plant expansion or reconfiguration.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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: Building and running simulation models is screen work with well documented methods, so software can produce a usable first version.
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 3/4.
Evaluating the practicality of material use to ensure system efficiency and reliability
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The software now makes the first pass at the practicality of material, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Evaluate the practicality of material use to ensure system efficiency and reliability.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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 properties are well documented, so software can weigh up practicality, though an engineer checks it against the real application.
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 3/4.
Proposing product designs involving microelectromechanical systems
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The software now makes the first pass at product designs involving microelectromechanical systems, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Propose product designs involving microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology, considering market data or customer requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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: Turning market and customer information into a product proposal is research and writing software supports, though engineers judge what is buildable.
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 3/4.
Formulating a quality strategy to reduce product defects and improve service performance
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The software now makes the first pass at a quality strategy, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 2125/03
Source: “Formulate a quality strategy to reduce product defects and improve service performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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 defect-reduction strategy depends on close knowledge of where this business actually loses quality.
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 3/4.
Using bespoke computer aided design
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The software now makes the first pass at bespoke computer aided design, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 55 · 2125/03
Source: “Use bespoke computer aided design (CAD) equipment to create the design of the unique press tools associated equipment necessary to produce the component.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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: Press tool design uses documented engineering, though the specialist modelling and toolmaking judgement still sits with a person.
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 3/4.
Using CAD/CAM software to design plant layouts and build 3D models
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The software now makes the first pass at cad/cam software, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 2125/03
Source: “Use CAD/CAM software to design plant layouts and build 3D models.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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: Layout drawing and 3D modelling is screen work, though turning a rough model into a workable plant layout still needs an engineer.
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 3/4.
Validating fabrication processes for microelectromechanical systems
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The software now makes the first pass at fabrication processes, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 55 · 2125/02
Source: “Validate fabrication processes for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) using statistical process control.” (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: Statistical process control is a documented method applied to numbers, which software does well, though samples come from a real line.
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 that the work schedule for a defined period or shift will minimise wash ups
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The software now makes the first pass at the work schedule, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 2125/03
Source: “Ensure that the work schedule for a defined period or shift will minimise wash ups, changeovers, and machine downtime.” (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: Scheduling to cut changeovers and downtime is a well understood planning problem software solves, though someone checks it works on the floor.
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.
Examining and selecting new equipment based on quality and price
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The software now makes the first pass at new equipment, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Examine and select new equipment based on quality and price.” (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 equipment on quality and price is research and analysis software does well, though someone usually inspects before buying.
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.
Logging information to update engineering drawings and document production issues
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The software now makes the first pass at information, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 2125/03
Source: “Log information to update engineering drawings and document production issues.” (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; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Logging drawing updates and production issues is structured record-keeping that software does quickly and accurately.
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.
Communicating with and providing information to various stakeholders in alignment with personal role and responsibilities
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The software now makes the first pass at and providing information, 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 65 · 2125/02
Source: “Communicate with and provide information to various stakeholders in alignment with personal role and responsibilities.” (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: Keeping stakeholders informed is largely written and spoken updates that can be drafted in advance.
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.
Conducting planning engineering to develop long-term network reinforcement plans
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The software now makes the first pass at develop long-term network reinforcement plans, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Conduct planning engineering to develop long-term network reinforcement plans.” (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: Long-term network plans come from modelling and documented standards, so software helps a lot, with an engineer accountable for the result.
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 engineering research or development projects involving MEMS technology
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The software now makes the first pass at research, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 55 · 2125/02
Source: “Plan engineering research or development projects involving MEMS technology.” (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: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Project plans for research follow familiar shapes, so software drafts them, but the technical direction comes from specialist judgement.
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.
Supporting commercial teams in producing and launching new products
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The software now makes the first pass at commercial teams, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 65 · 2125/01
Source: “Support commercial teams in producing and launching new products.” (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: Preparing materials, data and documents for a product launch is desk work software supports well, though colleagues still steer the decisions.
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.
Managing new product introduction projects for effective deployment of MEMS devices
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The software now makes the first pass at new product introduction projects, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 55 · 2125/02
Source: “Manage new product introduction projects for effective deployment of MEMS devices.” (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: Running a product introduction project is planning, tracking and reporting that software handles well, though people make the calls.
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.
Leading process improvement activities for manufacturing processes by analysing data with SPC techniques
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The software now makes the first pass at process improvement activities, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Lead process improvement activities for manufacturing processes by analysing data with SPC techniques.” (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: Statistical analysis of process data is a strong point for software, though leading the improvement work needs a person on the floor.
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.
Managing the allocation of raw materials
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The software now makes the first pass at the allocation of raw materials, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Manage the allocation of raw materials, equipment, and staff to ensure efficient use of resources.” (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: Allocating materials, machines and people is a scheduling calculation 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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Undertaking design engineering to produce detailed plans and proposals for the electricity network
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The software now makes the first pass at design, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Undertake design engineering to produce detailed plans and proposals for the electricity network.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 44 out of 100 (37–51 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Network design plans follow standards and can be drafted digitally, though an engineer still owns the technical choices.
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 2/4.
Designing and planning layout of chemical processing equipment to optimise production
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The software now makes the first pass at layout of chemical processing equipment, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2125/01
Source: “Design and plan layout of chemical processing equipment to optimise production.” (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: Equipment layout follows documented rules software can draft, but an engineer must check it against the real building and safe access.
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.
Evaluating chemical equipment to optimise performance
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The software now makes the first pass at chemical equipment, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2125/01
Source: “Evaluate chemical equipment to optimise performance.” (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: Performance figures and manuals give software plenty to work with, though a proper equipment review usually needs someone looking at it.
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.
Developing automated systems for air quality management
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The software now makes the first pass at automated systems, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 2125/02
Source: “Develop automated systems for air quality management.” (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: Air quality monitoring systems are largely software, so much of the design work can be drafted digitally with engineering review.
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.
Analysing product returns and faults
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The software now makes the first pass at product returns, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Analyse product returns and faults.” (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: Returns data can be analysed on screen, but understanding why a part failed often means physically examining it.
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.
Developing specialised materials characterisation procedures for hardness tests
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The software now makes the first pass at specialised materials characterisation procedures, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Develop specialised materials characterisation procedures for hardness tests.” (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: Hardness testing follows published standards software can turn into a procedure, though it must be proven on real samples.
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 layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency
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The software now makes the first pass at layout of equipment, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 2125/03
Source: “Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum 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: Layouts can be drawn and optimised automatically, though the measurements come from the workspace itself.
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.
Collaborating with finance professionals to manage budgets
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The software now makes the first pass at finance professionals, 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 · 2125/03
Source: “Collaborate with finance professionals to manage budgets.” (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: Budget management is numbers work software handles, but agreeing them with finance colleagues needs a 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.
Discussing with managers how to improve system productivity using the latest technology
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The software now makes the first pass at managers how, 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 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Discuss with managers how to improve system productivity using the latest technology.” (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: Software can prepare the options and evidence, but persuading managers to change how a system runs happens in conversation.
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.
Modifying existing products and processes to improve chemical production efficiency
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The ratings behind this row put products well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 2125/01
Source: “Modify existing products and processes to improve chemical production efficiency.” (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: Tweaking existing products and processes leans on plant-specific know-how, so software helps with options but people decide and test 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 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Making appropriate changes to equipment design and configuration
staying human
The ratings behind this row put appropriate changes well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2125/01
Source: “Make appropriate changes to equipment design and configuration.” (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: Design and configuration changes can be drafted well by software, though someone still has to prove the change works on the actual 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 2/4.
Identifying and recommending specific safety measures against hazardous work methods and materials
staying human
The ratings behind this row put specific safety measures against hazardous work methods well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 75 · 2125/01
Source: “Identify and recommend specific safety measures against hazardous work methods and materials.” (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: Identifying hazards and recommending controls draws on well documented guidance, though the hazards themselves are seen on site.
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
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This work happens in the physical world: equipment failures, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2125/02
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.
Undertaking operational delivery engineering to plan and manage a range of activities on the network
staying human
The ratings behind this row put operational delivery well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Undertake operational delivery engineering to plan and manage a range of activities on the network.” (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: Planning and coordinating network activities is largely scheduling and paperwork software supports, with a responsible engineer approving what actually happens.
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 new systems and processes to optimise manufacturing efficiency
staying human
The ratings behind this row put new systems well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Design new systems and processes to optimise manufacturing efficiency.” (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: New manufacturing systems depend on how a specific factory really runs, so software offers options but people design and prove 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 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Modifying existing products and processes to optimise manufacturing operations
staying human
The ratings behind this row put products well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Modify existing products and processes to optimise manufacturing operations.” (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: Improving existing manufacturing operations depends on knowing that particular plant, so software assists rather than decides.
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.
Devising tools, dies, moulds, jigs and fixtures
staying human
The ratings behind this row put tools, dies, moulds, jigs and fixtures well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Devise tools, dies, moulds, jigs, and fixtures.” (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: Designing jigs, dies and fixtures needs hands-on knowledge of how the part behaves in the machine.
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.
Controlling the electrical network remotely
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for the electrical network, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 75 · 2125/02
Source: “Control the electrical network remotely, ensuring safe and efficient operation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 36 out of 100 (29–43 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: Although the work is done from a screen, safety rules require an authorised person to control a live electrical network.
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.
Discussing purchases with clients, vendors, staff and management personnel
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles purchases and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 55 · 2125/03
Source: “Discuss purchases with clients, vendors, staff, and management personnel.” (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: Purchase discussions with vendors and colleagues happen live and depend on the 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 2/4.
Liaising with suppliers and clients to optimise production processes
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles suppliers and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 55 · 2125/03
Source: “Liaise with suppliers and clients to optimise production processes.” (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: Software can prepare the analysis, but working through changes with suppliers and clients depends on the 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 2/4.
Refining final microelectromechanical systems, MEMS) design to optimise for target dimensions, physical tolerances or processing constraints
staying human
The ratings behind this row put final microelectromechanical systems well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 55 · 2125/02
Source: “Refine final microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) design to optimise for target dimensions, physical tolerances, or processing constraints.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 33 out of 100 (26–40 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: Fine-tuning a tiny device design against tolerances and processing limits depends on specialist experience that is rarely written down publicly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · 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.
Interfacing with operations assets and laboratory functions to ensure alignment of services and specifications
staying human
The ratings behind this row put operations assets well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 60 · 2125/03
Source: “Interface with operations assets and laboratory functions to ensure alignment of services and specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 32 out of 100 (25–39 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Keeping operations and laboratory teams aligned is coordination between people, though software can prepare the specifications and summaries.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Designing low-power sensors or switches for environmental monitoring or industrial metering
staying human
The ratings behind this row put low-power sensors well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2125/02
Source: “Design low-power sensors or switches for environmental monitoring or industrial metering.” (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: Sensor and switch design needs physical prototypes and testing, so software can suggest options but cannot deliver a proven design.
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.
Reading, interpreting and work to technical specifications and documentation
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: work, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/02
Source: “Read, interpret, and work to technical specifications and documentation.” (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: Reading the specification is desk work, but working to it means doing the job itself.
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.
Validating inspection tools for performance measurement of products
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: inspection tools, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Validate inspection tools for performance measurement of products.” (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: Checking that inspection tools measure correctly means handling the tools and reference parts, though the analysis is screen work.
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.
Identifying and diagnosing faults in production equipment to optimise efficiency
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: faults, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Identify and diagnose faults in production equipment to optimise efficiency.” (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: Sensor data lets software flag likely faults, but confirming and fixing them means someone at the machine.
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.
Troubleshooting production problems to optimise manufacturing processes
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: production problems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 2125/03
Source: “Troubleshoot production problems to optimise manufacturing processes.” (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: Software can narrow down likely causes from production data, but sorting the problem out happens at the machine.
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.
Identifying faults in industrial equipment to enhance production efficiency
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: faults, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 55 · 2125/03
Source: “Identify faults in industrial equipment to enhance production efficiency.” (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: Fault data helps software point to the problem, though confirming it needs someone with the equipment in front of them.
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.
Designing plant and equipment configuration so that they can be readily adapted to suit the product range and the process technologies
staying human
The ratings behind this row put plant well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 2125/01
Source: “Design plant and equipment configuration so that they can be readily adapted to suit the product range and the process technologies involved, taking environmental and economic aspects into account.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 28 out of 100 (21–35 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: Flexible plant configuration is a design problem needing original engineering judgement, though software helps with the analysis and documentation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · 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 2/4.
Liaising with architects
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles architects and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Liaise with architects, engineers and designers to understand their design requirements and provide technical advice to manufacturing and construction technicians.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Translating design intent between architects and technicians needs live back-and-forth, though the technical notes themselves can be drafted digitally.
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 2/4.
Discussing and evaluating systems failures with factory managers and non-technical staff
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles systems failures and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 2125/03
Source: “Discuss and evaluate systems failures with factory managers and non-technical staff.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Software can prepare the explanation, but talking a failure through with factory managers and non-technical staff needs a person.
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 2/4.
Maintaining compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation, ensuring a safe working environment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: compliance, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2125/02
Source: “Maintain compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation, ensuring a safe working environment.” (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: Legal compliance rules are published and trackable at a desk, but keeping the workplace actually safe means being in it.
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.
Performing asset management activities to maintain and improve the integrity of the electricity network
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: asset management activities, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 2125/02
Source: “Perform asset management activities to maintain and improve the integrity of the electricity network.” (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: Network asset management runs on condition data software handles well, but inspection and intervention still happen out on the network.
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.
Procuring or developing the identified test equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the identified test equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Procure or develop the identified test equipment, instrumentation, or facilities.” (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: Choosing and buying test kit can be researched on screen, but building and commissioning the facilities is physical work.
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.
Ensuring the requirements, methods and techniques for safe and reliable operation
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the requirements, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Ensure the requirements, methods and techniques for safe and reliable operation, control and close out of quality, process and business improvements in a heat treatment environment.” (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: Heat treatment improvement mixes paperwork software can draft with checks that must happen at the furnace.
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.
Designing a scalable production process transitioning from lab tests through pilot production to large-scale manufacturing
staying human
The ratings behind this row put a scalable production process well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 90 · 2125/01
Source: “Design a scalable production process transitioning from lab tests through pilot production to large-scale manufacturing.” (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: Scaling a process from bench to full production rests on physical trials and hard-won plant knowledge that is rarely written down.
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.
Designing new production facilities to meet production goals
staying human
The ratings behind this row put new production facilities well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2125/01
Source: “Design new production facilities to meet production goals.” (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 a whole new production facility depends on site conditions and experience that are mostly held in people’s heads.
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.
Establishing scale-down processes for equipment design and configuration
staying human
The ratings behind this row put scale-down processes well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 2125/01
Source: “Establish scale-down processes for equipment design and configuration.” (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: Working out how to shrink a process down for testing relies on specialist hands-on experience rather than published method.
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.
Designing sensors to reduce energy requirements for operating washing machines
staying human
The ratings behind this row put sensors well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Design sensors to reduce energy requirements for operating washing machines.” (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 a low-energy sensor for an appliance needs real prototypes and testing, which software can inform but not replace.
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.
Devising MEMS production methods, micromachining
staying human
The ratings behind this row put MEMS production methods well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Devise MEMS production methods including micromachining.” (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: Devising micromachining production methods rests on specialist hands-on experience with the equipment rather than published instructions.
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.
Managing stakeholders and maintaining effective communication throughout construction projects
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles stakeholders and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Manage stakeholders and maintain effective communication throughout construction projects.” (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; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Keeping clients, neighbours and contractors on side depends on relationships built by a person.
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 3/4.
Coordinating and implementing quality control activities to maximise product reliability
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: quality control activities, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Coordinate and implement quality control activities to maximise product reliability.” (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: Quality control blends spreadsheet analysis with checks on the production line, so software can plan and track it but people still walk the floor.
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 the integrated TES asset and service creating verified and validated service and product designs
staying human
The ratings behind this row put the integrated TES asset well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Design the integrated TES asset and service creating verified and validated service and product designs.” (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 and validating a combined asset and service package relies on specialist engineering judgement rather than documented method.
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.
Liaising with research and development staff to ensure the company is at the forefront of ground-breaking research
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles research and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 2125/03
Source: “Liaise with research and development staff to ensure the company is at the forefront of ground-breaking research.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 23 out of 100 (16–30 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: Keeping close to research staff is about relationships and informal knowledge sharing rather than producing a document.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · 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.
Planning and carrying out process trials in laboratories
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: process trials, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2125/01
Source: “Plan and carry out process trials in laboratories, pilot plants, or factories.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 20 out of 100 (13–27 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.
The rating behind it: Planning a trial can be drafted at a desk, but running it in a lab, pilot plant or factory needs people there.
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 3/4.
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 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Direct junior engineers in technical projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (14–22 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: Directing junior engineers is about judgement, feedback and confidence built in person, which software cannot supply.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Developing energy products using nanomaterials and nanoprocesses
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: energy products, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Develop energy products using nanomaterials and nanoprocesses.” (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 energy products from nanomaterials is laboratory work; software can help design experiments but cannot run them.
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.
Conducting experimental or virtual studies to investigate characteristics and processing principles of potential microelectromechanical systems
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: experimental, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Conduct experimental or virtual studies to investigate characteristics and processing principles of potential microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology.” (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: Investigating how a new micro-technology behaves needs laboratory experiments; software can support the thinking but not the bench work.
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.
Researching or developing MEMS systems to convert nontraditional energy sources into power
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: MEMS systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Research or develop MEMS systems to convert nontraditional energy sources into power.” (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 ways to turn unusual energy sources into power is laboratory research that needs physical experiments.
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 technologies to reduce waste in manufacturing
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: technologies, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Develop technologies to reduce waste in manufacturing.” (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: Cutting manufacturing waste through new technology needs trials on real production lines, not just analysis.
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 technologies to replace toxic materials with non-toxic alternatives in manufacturing
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: technologies, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2125/03
Source: “Develop technologies to replace toxic materials with non-toxic alternatives in manufacturing.” (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: Replacing toxic materials means laboratory and production trials to prove the alternative actually works.
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.
Integrating coatings in product lifecycle processes
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: coatings, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Integrate coatings in product lifecycle processes, including product verification and design proving.” (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: Proving coatings through the product lifecycle needs physical verification on real parts, not just documentation.
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.
Ensuring the process plant is set up for maximum output and efficiency by collaborating with process chemists and controlling engineers
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the process plant is set up, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 2125/01
Source: “Ensure the process plant is set up for maximum output and efficiency by collaborating with process chemists and control engineers.” (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: Getting a plant running at its best means being there with chemists and control engineers, adjusting real equipment together.
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 2/4.
Investigating environmental hazards
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: environmental hazards, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 55 · 2125/03
Source: “Investigate environmental hazards.” (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: Investigating an environmental hazard means going and looking, though the analysis and reporting afterwards is desk work.
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.
Overseeing the repair of electrical and mechanical systems
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the repair of electrical and mechanical systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Oversee the repair of electrical and mechanical systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 12 out of 100 (5–19 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Overseeing repairs means being where the equipment is, with software helping mainly with scheduling and records.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Integrating welding in the product lifecycle process
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the product lifecycle process, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Integrate welding in the product lifecycle process, including product verification and design proving.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 12 out of 100 (5–19 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: Welding integration needs qualified welding coordinators and physical verification of joints, so software can only support the paperwork.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · 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 2/4.
Following industry health and safety and environmental working practices and regulations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: industry health, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/02
Source: “Follow industry health and safety and environmental working practices and regulations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (3–17 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: Following safety and environmental practice is about what you do in the workplace, not a document software can produce.
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 3/4.
Installing devices linked to Industrial Networking infrastructures
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: devices, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/02
Source: “Install devices linked to Industrial Networking infrastructures including configuration and programming duties.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (6–14 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: Fitting devices onto a network installation is hands-on work, even though the configuration is documented.
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 3/4.
Conducting harsh environmental testing and device characterisation to validate devices
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: harsh environmental, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 55 · 2125/02
Source: “Conduct harsh environmental testing and device characterisation to validate devices.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (6–14 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: Putting devices through harsh conditions and measuring what happens needs a real test rig and people running it.
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 3/4.
Inspecting materials, products and installations to check for specification conformance
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This work happens in the physical world: materials, products and installations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Inspect materials, products, and installations to check for specification conformance.” (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: Checking materials and installations against specification means physically looking at them, with the reporting easily handled digitally.
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.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations by correcting identified hazards
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: compliance, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations by correcting identified hazards.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 9 out of 100 (2–16 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: Correcting hazards means physically putting things right on site, even though the rules behind it are well documented.
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.
Supervising a team of engineers and technicians
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: a team of engineers, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/03
Source: “Supervise a team of engineers and technicians.” (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: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Supervising a team depends on trust and judgement built with those people.
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 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting laboratory experiments to develop new products and processes
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: laboratory experiments, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2125/01
Source: “Conduct laboratory experiments to develop new products and processes.” (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: Laboratory experiments mean handling samples and equipment at the bench.
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.
Operating or managing equipment in which chemical changes or reactions occur during the processing of industrial or consumer products
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/01
Source: “Operate or manage equipment in which chemical changes or reactions occur during the processing of industrial or consumer products.” (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: Running the equipment where chemical reactions happen means being on the plant with hands on the controls.
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.
Servicing a variety of industrial network and controlling system hardware
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: a variety of industrial network, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2125/02
Source: “Service a variety of industrial network and control system hardware, including PLCs, robots, HMIs, and SCADA systems.” (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: Servicing controllers, robots and panels means being at the cabinet with tools in hand.
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.
Implementing fixtures, gauges, dies, moulds or trays for MEMS
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: fixtures, gauges, dies, moulds or trays, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Implement fixtures, gauges, dies, moulds, or trays for MEMS.” (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: Fitting tooling, moulds and trays for tiny devices is hands-on work in a fabrication area.
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.
Managing the assembly process of MEMS
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the assembly process of MEMS, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 2125/02
Source: “Manage the assembly process of MEMS, including wire-bonding and soldering.” (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: Wire-bonding and soldering micro-devices happens at a bench with real equipment, so this stays with people.
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.
Overseeing the operation of MEMS fabrication equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the operation of MEMS fabrication equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Oversee the operation of MEMS fabrication equipment.” (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: Overseeing fabrication equipment means being in the cleanroom watching and adjusting the process.
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.
Applying coatings material applications and methods to meet customer specifications
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: coatings material applications, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Apply coatings material applications and methods to meet customer specifications.” (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: Applying coatings to meet a specification is hands-on work with materials and equipment.
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.
Overseeing the maintenance of machinery and equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the maintenance of machinery, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Oversee the maintenance of machinery and equipment.” (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: Keeping machinery in order means hands and eyes on the equipment itself.
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.
Testing mechanical equipment for operational efficiency
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: mechanical equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 2125/03
Source: “Test mechanical equipment for operational efficiency.” (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: Testing mechanical equipment means running it and watching what it does.
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.
Demonstrating plasma etch processes to meet the agreed specification
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: plasma etch processes, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 2125/03
Source: “Demonstrate plasma etch processes to meet the agreed specification.” (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: Demonstrating a plasma etch process means running real equipment on real wafers in a fabrication area.
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.
Disposing of waste in a safe and appropriate manner
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: waste, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/01
Source: “Dispose of waste in a safe and appropriate manner.” (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: Getting waste into the right container and the paperwork done is partly physical handling, with the record-keeping easily automated.
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.
Directing workers constructing absorption equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: workers constructing absorption equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 2125/01
Source: “Direct workers constructing absorption equipment.” (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: Directing a team building equipment happens on site, watching the work and correcting it as it goes.
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.
Assessing and testing the performance and condition of plant and equipment to ensure reliability and efficiency
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the performance, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 2125/02
Source: “Assess and test the performance and condition of plant and equipment to ensure reliability and efficiency.” (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 plant condition means putting instruments on real equipment, though the results are analysed 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.
Maintaining the safety, integrity and effective operation of various types of plant and equipment found in the national infrastructure engineering sector
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the safety, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Maintain the safety, integrity, and effective operation of various types of plant and equipment found in the national infrastructure engineering sector.” (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: Keeping large plant safe and running depends on hands-on attention at the asset, with software supporting the record-keeping.
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.
Assisting engineers in testing prototypes or new products
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: engineers, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2125/03
Source: “Assist engineers in testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures.” (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: Helping test a prototype means being in the workshop with it.
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.
Leading surface treatment operations, incorporating digital systems and emerging technologies
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: surface treatment operations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2125/03
Source: “Lead surface treatment operations, incorporating digital systems and emerging technologies.” (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: Leading surface treatment operations means being in the plant with the tanks, ovens and people running them.
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.
Leading the end-to-end process for coating operations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the end-to-end process, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/03
Source: “Lead the end-to-end process for coating operations, including digital systems and emerging technologies.” (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: Running coating operations end to end means being on the line with the equipment and the team.
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.
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 70 · 2125/03
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.
Demonstrating miniaturised systems with components like microsensors and microactuators
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: miniaturised systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 2125/02
Source: “Demonstrate miniaturised systems with components like microsensors and microactuators.” (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; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Showing a miniature system working means having the real hardware in front of people.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Demonstrating new equipment to potential buyers
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: new equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 2125/03
Source: “Demonstrate new equipment to potential buyers.” (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; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Demonstrating equipment to buyers means having the machine and the people in the same room.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Carrying out quality checks on component parts and completed assemblies
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: quality checks, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/02
Source: “Carry out quality checks on component parts and completed assemblies.” (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 parts and finished assemblies means handling them and measuring them by hand.
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.
Locating, diagnosing and rectify faults on plant and equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: rectify faults, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/02
Source: “Locate, diagnose, and rectify faults on plant and equipment.” (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: Putting a fault right means working on the equipment itself.
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.
Operating controls to start and shut down plant equipment
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: controls, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 2125/02
Source: “Operate controls to start and shut down plant equipment as required.” (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: Starting and stopping plant means operating the controls on site.
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.
Inspecting and performing maintenance on appropriate plant and equipment to meet operational requirements
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: maintenance, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2125/02
Source: “Inspect and perform maintenance on appropriate plant and equipment to meet operational requirements.” (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: Inspecting and maintaining plant is hands-on work 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.
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 75 · 2125/02
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.
Preparing work areas for maintenance activities
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: work areas, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 2125/02
Source: “Prepare work areas for maintenance activities, ensuring safety and efficiency.” (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: Preparing and making safe a work area happens on site.
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.
Installing, replacing or maintaining assets to specification
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: assets, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 2125/02
Source: “Install, replace, or maintain assets to specification.” (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 maintaining physical assets is hands-on work at the equipment.
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 products to ensure they meet specifications
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: products, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 2125/02
Source: “Inspect products to ensure they meet specifications.” (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: Checking that delivered products match the specification means physically examining them.
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 3/4.
Repairing equipment quickly and efficiently
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 55 · 2125/03
Source: “Repair equipment quickly and efficiently.” (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: Repairing equipment is hands-on work with tools; no amount of software gets the machine running again.
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 1/4.

What this job pays, and how many people do it

Median pay: £47,900a 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: 56,900in 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: production costs in, a record out. The rows above are exactly that shape: monitoring and analysing data from processes and experiments and analysing production costs for sustainable designs using statistical studies. What it cannot do is be there in the room, and that is still where plant control systems get done. 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. Monitoring and analysing data from processes and experiments is going; designing and developing plant control systems and installing them is not.

So, given all that: 20% of this job's task weight sits in rows the software is already learning, 20% in rows that change shape rather than disappear, and 60% in rows it is nowhere near. That is the position, measured across 143 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 (designing and developing plant control systems and installing them) 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 designing and developing plant control systems and installing them, 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 production and process engineers (nearest by the work that AI is not taking, not by job title), and none of them survived. The closest was science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.: only about 5% of its durable work is work you already do and it pays 24.7% less. And on the numbers you do not need one. This job scores 36/100 here, with only 20% of the task list in the top band, and “analyse processes and compile debottleneck studies to optimise production” is not work that hands over cleanly. None of them beats deepening what you already have.

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.

Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “assist engineers in testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 5% 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 5% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step. It is a pay cut, in those words: £36,102 against your £47,946, 24.7% less (ASHE Table 14.7a, 2025 provisional (both)). Retraining to earn less is a decision, not advice.
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Chemical scientists
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “plan and carry out process trials in laboratories, pilot plants, or factories”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 5% 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 5% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step. It is a pay cut, in those words: £39,983 against your £47,946, 16.6% less (ASHE Table 14.7a, 2025 provisional (both)). Retraining to earn less is a decision, not advice.
Look at that job’s page anyway →
Production managers and directors in manufacturing
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour on the work AI is not taking: you already modify existing products and processes to optimise manufacturing operations, and their equivalent is to plan new products and production processes to optimise manufacturing operations. 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 →

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: 20% of its task weight, across 143 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 Chemical 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:

Industrial Engineers

In US official statistics this job is counted as Chemical Engineers and Industrial 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 production / process engineers, 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 20% 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 production / process engineers. 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.

Noted, and thank you. We’ll email you if a Space for production / process engineers launches. Nothing else.

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No Space for production / process engineers yet. Should there be one?

Collab365 Spaces is built by the same people as this site. We find the problems that AI and automation are creating inside one kind of work, then solve them as short courses, briefings and Blueprints. Each Space is the community too, so the research and the people doing your job are in the same place.

What a Space actually is, in full

Collab365 launches new communities where the need is real. If one for production / process engineers existed, with researched problems, courses and people in the same boat, would you want in?

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No deadline on any of this. The page will still be here, and the data is refreshed on a published schedule rather than when someone wants a headline.

Questions people ask about this job

Will AI replace Production and process engineers?: Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 143 official task statements scored for Production and process engineers (United Kingdom, SOC 2125), 20% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 36 out of 100 (range 30–42, band: low). 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 “Production and process engineers” can AI already do?: The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Prepare detailed production reports for research, manufacturing and assembly processes” (93/100, very high); “Prepare estimate of production costs for management” (93/100, very high); “Maintain required records for asset management” (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 “Production and process engineers” stay human?: About 60% 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: “Repair equipment quickly and efficiently” (0/100, minimal); “Inspect products to ensure they meet specifications” (0/100, minimal); “Install, replace, or maintain assets to specification” (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 “Production and process engineers” do about AI?: Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 20% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 60% 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 Production and process engineers 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 143 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.
34 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))

Figures on this page come from release 2026-q4.1, published 2026-08-05. Every release keeps its own permanent address, so a figure you cite in March is still there, unchanged, in November.

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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