Computer Hardware Engineers
Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.
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How AI Impacts Each Task
18 tasks analyzed
Update knowledge and skills to keep up with rapid advancements in computer technology.
Write detailed functional specifications that document the hardware development process and support hardware introduction.
Build, test, and modify product prototypes using working models or theoretical models constructed with computer simulation.
Confer with engineering staff and consult specifications to evaluate interface between hardware and software and operational and performance requirements of overall system.
Specify power supply requirements and configuration, drawing on system performance expectations and design specifications.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Update knowledge and skills to keep up with rapid advancements in computer technology. | 65 | 53.0% | 4% |
| Write detailed functional specifications that document the hardware development process and support hardware introduction. | 75 | 57.0% | 6% |
| Build, test, and modify product prototypes using working models or theoretical models constructed with computer simulation. | 60 | 51.0% | 10% |
| Confer with engineering staff and consult specifications to evaluate interface between hardware and software and operational and performance requirements of overall system. | 30 | 27.0% | 8% |
| Specify power supply requirements and configuration, drawing on system performance expectations and design specifications. | 65 | 53.0% | 5% |
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$155,020
per year
Mean Wage
$156,770
per year
Employment
76K
workers
Wage Range
$85,430 - $223,820
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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