Human-in-the-Loop Engineering
An engineering workflow architecture in which AI systems generate suggestions, analyses, or outputs that are reviewed and approved by a qualified human engineer before being acted upon — ensuring human accountability for AI-assisted design decisions.
Why it matters
Human-in-the-loop design is the standard that regulated industries (aerospace, medical devices, automotive safety systems) require for AI-assisted engineering — and it is the architecture that makes AI copilots compatible with existing quality management and change management frameworks.
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Cite this definition
Finocchiaro, Michael. “Human-in-the-Loop Engineering.” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/human-in-the-loop-engineering