Junior Engineers Are Not Disappearing, Their Training Is Changing
Predictions about junior engineers disappearing are wrong. Training methods must change to equip them with new skills.
While AI seems to threaten the roles of junior engineers, the real issue lies in our training methods. Junior engineering should not be limited to the task of translating specifications into code; it should focus on equipping individuals with new skills. Training must occur through a pre-defined curriculum rather than solely relying on job experience.
New training methods should facilitate students in developing judgment. This requires more practice and application in schools and workshops. Junior engineers should interact with AI to build their own judgment and play an active role in this process. This shift will fundamentally transform the understanding of education in the industry.