As of June 2026, Engine and Other Machine Assemblers has an AI-exposure score of 40/100 (Moderate exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Engine and Other Machine Assemblers

40/100
Moderate exposure
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More exposed than 10% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$53,710. About 2,800 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

Construct, assemble, or rebuild machines, such as engines, turbines, and similar equipment used in such industries as construction, extraction, textiles, and paper manufacturing.

Common titles
AssemblerAssembly Line WorkerEngine AssemblerMachine AssemblerCell TechnicianEngine Builder
O*NET job-zone preparation
Job Zone 2 · Some Preparation Needed These occupations usually require a high school diploma. Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

Broad guidance for this preparation level; exact requirements vary by role and employer.

Skills and knowledge
Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingMonitoringSpeakingMechanicalProduction and Processing
Tools and technology
Dassault Systemes SolidWorksMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft WordSAP softwareComputer aided design and drafting CADD software
Work context
Face-to-face discussionsFrequent contact with othersDecision latitudeConsequence of errorRepeating tasks

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Engine and Other Machine Assemblers, SOC 51-2031.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Engine and Other Machine Assemblers tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable

No automatable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as augmentable (83%).

Augmentable
  • Read and interpret assembly blueprints or specifications manuals, and plan assembly or building operations.
  • Fasten or install piping, fixtures, or wiring and electrical components to form assemblies or subassemblies, using hand tools, rivet guns, or welding equipment.
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Durable
  • Position or align components for assembly, manually or using hoists.
  • Inspect, operate, and test completed products to verify functioning, machine capabilities, or conformance to customer specifications.

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