3.4ModerateShortage
Toolmakers and Engineering Patternmakers
Automotive and Engineering Trades Workers · Mechanical Engineering Trades Workers
Moderate Risk
Median Weekly Pay
N/A
Full-time workers
Employment
3,700
Total workers
10yr Growth
+2.5%
Projected to 2034
Shortage Status
Shortage
JSA Official AI Exposure
Automation22.0%
Augmentation63.0%
Key Tasks
- •Studying drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured and models to be constructed
- •Measuring and marking out metal stock and castings using various gauges
- •Shaping metal and wood stock using machine tools
- •Checking accuracy of manufactured articles and finished patterns to fine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments
- •Testing and modifying manufactured articles
- •Applying protective finishes to patterns and painting pattern sections to indicate method of assembly
- •Assembling pattern sections and shaping work pieces to specified finish
- •Pouring and spreading materials into moulds and over models of patterns, and building laminations of fibreglass cloth and plastic resin to fabricate patterns
- •Repairing broken and damaged patterns and correcting patterns to compensate for defects in casting
- •Constructing templates for layout and inspection
Employment Projections to 2034
Median Age
53
Female Share
0.0%
Part-Time Share
13.0%
Skill Level
3 / 5