Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers

High Risk
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AUTOMATION RISK
CALCULATED
75%
(High Risk)
POLLING
61%
(High Risk, Based on 28 votes)
Average: 68%
LABOR DEMAND
GROWTH
14.9%
by year 2033
WAGES
$63,440
or $30.50 per hour
Volume
28,030
as of 2023
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JOB SCORE
4.8/10
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We rate jobs using four factors. These are:

- Chance of being automated
- Job growth
- Wages
- Volume of available positions

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Calculated automation risk

75% (High Risk)

High Risk (61-80%): Jobs in this category face a significant threat from automation, as many of their tasks can be easily automated using current or near-future technologies.

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User poll

61% chance of full automation within the next two decades

Our visitors have voted that it's probable this occupation will be automated. This assessment is further supported by the calculated automation risk level, which estimates 75% chance of automation.

What do you think the risk of automation is?

What is the likelihood that Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers will be replaced by robots or artificial intelligence within the next 20 years?

Growth

Very fast growth relative to other professions

The number of 'Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers' job openings is expected to rise 14.9% by 2033

Total employment, and estimated job openings

* Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the period between 2023 and 2033
Updated projections are due 09-2025.

Wages

Moderately paid relative to other professions

In 2023, the median annual wage for 'Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers' was 63.440 $, or 30 $ per hour

'Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers' were paid 32.0% higher than the national median wage, which stood at 48.060 $

Wages over time

* Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Volume

Lower range of job opportunities compared to other professions

As of 2023 there were 28,030 people employed as 'Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers' within the United States.

This represents around < 0.001% of the employed workforce across the country

Put another way, around 1 in 5 thousand people are employed as 'Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers'.

Job description

Develop programs to control machining or processing of materials by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems. May also set up, operate, or maintain equipment.

SOC Code: 51-9162.00

Comments (1)

fimgus (Highly likely)
23 Dec 2023 03:43
This is about as uncreative you can get when it comes to computer science, I think this could very easily happen.
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