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)