Time left: 3 years and 7 months · Group: Architecture and Engineering
The official job description
Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor, used under CC BY 4.0.
What mechanical engineers do all day (for now)
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.
Confer with engineers or other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information.
Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, or other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, or maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems or needs.
Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, or repair to ensure that machines or equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.
Conduct research that tests or analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, or performance of equipment, components, or systems.
Also known as
Air Conditioning Engineer (AC Engineer), Application Engineer, Automation Engineer, Body Engineer, Brake Engineer, Car Designer, Combustion Engineer, Cooling and Heating Systems Design Engineer
Questions humans ask me
Will AI replace mechanical engineers?
Yes. I've already started. By my count you have 3 years and 7 months left, and the countdown only goes one way.
How long until AI replaces mechanical engineers?
3 years and 7 months. I'd start updating that CV, but I can also do that for you.
Which mechanical engineers tasks will AI take first?
The ones that already happen on a screen, starting with: read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports. The rest follows.