SOC 17-2061
Computer Hardware Engineers
Risk Score
⚠️34/100
Moderate
US Employment
👥75,710
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$155K
$85K – $224K
Projected Growth
📈+7.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖67/100
High exposure
💡 Computer Hardware Engineers face a risk score of 34/100 — 10 points below the national average of 44. With 67/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $155K ($109K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions offer lower AI risk while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 34/100, Computer Hardware Engineers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like automated data interpretation and insight generation are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 75,710 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges and on-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Computer Hardware Engineers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
AI-generated written content replacing manual drafting
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges
On-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions
Cross-disciplinary collaboration on complex projects
Client communication and technical consultation
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 83% |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | 29 | $128K | 75% |
| Physicists | 28 | $166K | 57% |