As of June 2026, Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians has an AI-exposure score of 69/100 (High 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

Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

69/100
High exposure
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More exposed than 89% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$64,950. About 5,500 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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How this role compares to similar Architecture & Engineering roles

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What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

Common titles
Civil Engineering TechnicianEngineer TechnicianEngineering AssistantEngineering TechnicianCivil DesignerCivil Engineering Assistant
Typical preparation
Medium Preparation Needed: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training,...
Skills and knowledge
Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionMathematicsSpeakingMonitoringWriting
Tools and technology
Autodesk AutoCADAutodesk AutoCAD Civil 3DBentley MicroStationMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareAutodesk Revit
Work context
Face-to-face discussionsEmail useFrequent contact with othersIndoor controlled settingTelephone

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians, SOC 17-3022.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities, using calculator or computer.
  • Respond to public suggestions and complaints.
  • Plan and conduct field surveys to locate new sites and analyze details of project sites.
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Augmentable
  • Analyze proposed site factors and design maps, graphs, tracings, and diagrams to illustrate findings.
  • Conduct materials test and analysis, using tools and equipment and applying engineering knowledge.
6 more augmentable tasks locked in the report.
Durable
  • Inspect project site and evaluate contractor work to detect design malfunctions and ensure conformance to design specifications and applicable codes.
Action steps for this durable task locked in the report.

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