The future of welding jobs with automation

I’ve been tracking the shift towards automation in our field and its impact on job opportunities… While I’ve noticed some resistance from traditional welders fearing the loss of work, I believe that automation enhances efficiency and opens up new roles in programming and maintenance. Has anyone else seen firsthand how this technology integration is changing the job landscape?

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