Engine and Other Machine Assemblers

SOC Code: 51-2031

Engine and Other Machine Assemblerss read and interpret assembly blueprints or specifications manuals, and plan assembly or building operations. This career typically requires moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year). With an AI-proof score of 89.8/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Operations Monitoring, Quality Control Analysis, Reading Comprehension.

AI-Proof Score: 89.8Very High
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Median Salary

$52,540

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Job Growth

-21.1%

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Training Time

Moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year)

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Job Zone

Zone 2 / 5

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Training Cost

~$5,000

Key Skills

  • Operations Monitoring
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Critical Thinking

Common Tasks

  • Read and interpret assembly blueprints or specifications manuals, and plan assembly or building operations.
  • Inspect, operate, and test completed products to verify functioning, machine capabilities, or conformance to customer specifications.
  • Position or align components for assembly, manually or using hoists.
  • Set and verify parts clearances.
  • Verify conformance of parts to stock lists or blueprints, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, or micrometers.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation