How will the role of an engineer change in the age of AI? Take part in the Mind of the Engineer 2026

Artificial intelligence is increasingly reshaping the way electronics are designed, software is developed and manufacturing processes are managed. Does it make engineers more productive? What skills will they need in the coming years? And could AI lead to job losses, or will it create entirely new opportunities?

The people best placed to answer these questions are those who design, test and implement new technologies on a daily basis. That is why we are encouraging electronics engineers to take part in the international ‘Mind of the Engineer 2026’ survey, organised by AspenCore.

The aim of the survey is to gather engineers’ views on the changes taking place in the industry, the most significant professional challenges, and the technologies that may define the next generation of innovation.

The survey covers, amongst other things:

* the use of artificial intelligence in electronics design and manufacturing,
* the impact of AI on productivity and the future of the engineering profession,
* confidence in responses and designs generated by AI models,
* the use of chatbots and assistants such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot,
* the use of AI-powered development tools, including GitHub Copilot, Cursor and Tabnine,
* developing skills in AI and machine learning,
* AI-assisted EDA tools,
* cybersecurity and post-quantum cryptography,
* quantum computers, chiplet architecture and advanced packaging technologies,
* Edge AI solutions and SiC and GaN semiconductors.

Each response will provide a better understanding of how engineers are using new technologies, what they expect from AI tools, and what concerns they have regarding their further development.

The survey results will be presented to the industry at the electronica 2026 and published in AspenCore’s media channels. They are intended to serve as a starting point for a broader discussion on the future of engineering and the electronics sector as a whole.

Participants will also receive early access to the survey results. Upon completing the survey, you can enter a prize draw to win a gift card worth 100 USD or its local equivalent – subject to the terms and conditions set by the organiser.


If you work as an electronics engineer or are involved in the design and development of new technologies, please share your experience. Your opinion can help to better define the direction in which the industry is heading.

Take part in the Mind of the Engineer 2026 survey
(available in Polish / English)


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The survey is organised by AspenCore.
Detailed terms and conditions of participation, prize draw rules and information regarding data processing are available on the survey website.