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Agricultural Engineers

SOC 17-2021.00

Apply knowledge of engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water conservation, and processing of agricultural products.

Zone 4 Architecture and Engineering

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Critical Thinking

4.1

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Active Listening

4.0

Complex Problem Solving

4.0

Judgment and Decision Making

4.0

Writing

3.9

Speaking

3.9

Mathematics

3.9

Knowledge Areas 8

Engineering and Technology

4.7

Design

4.4

Mathematics

4.4

Physics

4.1

English Language

3.9

Computers and Electronics

3.8

Food Production

3.7

Mechanical

3.6

Key Tasks

1Prepare reports, sketches, working drawings, specifications, proposals, and budgets for proposed sites or systems.

2Discuss plans with clients, contractors, consultants, and other engineers so that they can be evaluated and necessary changes made.

3Meet with clients, such as district or regional councils, farmers, and developers, to discuss their needs.

4Provide advice on water quality and issues related to pollution management, river control, and ground and surface water resources.

5Plan and direct construction of rural electric-power distribution systems, and irrigation, drainage, and flood control systems for soil and water conservation.

Also Known As

Agricultural Engineer Agricultural Equipment Design Engineer Agricultural Equipment Test Engineer Agricultural Production Engineer Agricultural Research Engineer Agricultural Safety and Health Program Director Agricultural Systems Specialist Agriculture Consultant Agriculture Engineer Agriculture Scientist