O*NET-SOC 17-2021.00

Agricultural Engineers

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.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Prepare reports, sketches, working drawings, specifications, proposals, and budgets for proposed sites or systems.Core5336
Visit sites to observe environmental problems, to consult with contractors, or to monitor construction activities.Core5325
Meet with clients, such as district or regional councils, farmers, and developers, to discuss their needs.Core5337
Discuss plans with clients, contractors, consultants, and other engineers so that they can be evaluated and necessary changes made.Core5331
Design food processing plants and related mechanical systems.Supplemental5335
Test agricultural machinery and equipment to ensure adequate performance.Core5327
Plan and direct construction of rural electric-power distribution systems, and irrigation, drainage, and flood control systems for soil and water conservation.Core5334
Provide advice on water quality and issues related to pollution management, river control, and ground and surface water resources.Core5329
Design structures for crop storage, animal shelter and loading, and animal and crop processing, and supervise their construction.Core5328
Conduct educational programs that provide farmers or farm cooperative members with information that can help them improve agricultural productivity.Core5330
Design sensing, measuring, and recording devices, and other instrumentation used to study plant or animal life.Core5338
Design agricultural machinery components and equipment, using computer-aided design (CAD) technology.Core5326
Supervise food processing or manufacturing plant operations.Supplemental5332
Design and supervise environmental and land reclamation projects in agriculture and related industries.Core5333

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 22 examples in 17 categories, 16 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Desktop publishing software

Adobe InDesignHot Technology

Graphics or photo imaging software

Adobe PhotoshopHot Technology

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology
Dassault Systemes SolidWorksHot Technology
Eagle Point LANDCADD
PTC Creo Parametric
PTC Pro/Pipe

Geographic information system

ESRI ArcView

Data base user interface and query software

Microsoft AccessHot Technology
Oracle DatabaseHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Electronic mail software

Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Project management software

Microsoft ProjectHot Technology

Document management software

Microsoft SharePointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Object or component oriented development software

Oracle JavaHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

SAP softwareHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

SASHot Technology

Industrial control software

Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

Investigate the environmental impact of projects.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

Create graphical representations of mechanical equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Develop operational methods or processes that use green materials or emphasize sustainability.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Prepare detailed work plans.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

Design structures or facilities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Design industrial processing systems.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Design electronic or computer equipment or instrumentation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare proposal documents.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Document technical design details.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Discuss designs or plans with clients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Confer with other personnel to resolve design or operational problems.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Communicate technical information to suppliers, contractors, or regulatory agencies.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Train personnel on proper operational procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Direct construction activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct environmental development activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct industrial production activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise others regarding green practices or environmental concerns.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 18

Distinct tools0

Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.