The table below provides information about the number of workers in this career in various regions. It also provides information about the expected growth rate and future job openings.
Employment
Major employers:
- Engineering services
- Federal government
- Agriculture manufacturing
Outlook
Demand for agricultural engineers is expected to increase. Agricultural engineers are needed to design new machinery and design applications for water resource management and alternative energies. However, this is a very small career. Most openings will occur as people leave this career or retire.
Agricultural Engineers (CIS 100007)
| Location | Employment | & | Growth | >>>> | Annual openings | |
| This occupation |
All occupations |
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| Illinois |
70 Very small |
& |
1.4% |
8.2% |
>>>> |
5 Very few |
| Cook County |
32 Very small |
& |
0.0% |
9.2% |
>>>> |
2 Very few |
| Du Page County |
6 Very small |
& |
0.0% |
8.8% |
>>>> |
0 None |
| United States |
1,600 Very small |
& |
6.3% |
2.8% |
>>>> |
100 Very few |