ONET Occupations » 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.

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Parachute skills

  1. Use my intuition - Data (4.58)
  2. Solve problems - Data (4.58)
  3. Pay attention to details - Data (4.57)
  4. Use my brain - Data (4.48)
  5. Study, observe - Data (4.38)
  6. Plan - Data (4.38)
  7. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.38)
  8. Program - Data (4.38)
  9. Construct - Things (4.38)
  10. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.29)
  11. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.29)
  12. Consult - People (4.12)
  13. Listen - People (4.12)
  14. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.08)
  15. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (4.08)
  16. Research - Data (4.08)
  17. Develop, improve - Data (4.04)
  18. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.04)
  19. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  20. Imagine - Data (4.00)
  21. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.00)
  22. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.83)
  23. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  24. Speak - People (3.75)
  25. Advise - People (3.75)
  26. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.75)
  27. Organize, classify - Data (3.75)
  28. Follow through, get things done - People (3.65)
  29. Systematize, prioritize - Data (3.62)
  30. Assess, evaluate, treat - People (3.62)
  31. Visualize, including in three dimensions - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Critical Thinking (4.12)
  2. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  3. Writing (4.00)
  4. Complex Problem Solving (4.00)
  5. Active Listening (3.88)
  6. Judgment and Decision Making (3.88)
  7. Speaking (3.75)
  8. Mathematics (3.62)
  9. Systems Analysis (3.62)
  10. Systems Evaluation (3.62)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.12)
  3. Inductive Reasoning (4.12)
  4. Oral Expression (4.00)
  5. Written Expression (4.00)
  6. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  7. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  8. Information Ordering (3.75)
  9. Category Flexibility (3.75)
  10. Near Vision (3.75)
  11. Visualization (3.50)
  12. Speech Recognition (3.50)
  13. Speech Clarity (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.57)
  2. Integrity (4.50)
  3. Analytical Thinking (4.48)
  4. Dependability (4.26)
  5. Initiative (4.09)
  6. Innovation (3.96)
  7. Achievement/Effort (3.83)
  8. Cooperation (3.83)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.70)
  10. Persistence (3.65)
  11. Independence (3.57)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.58)
  2. Getting Information (4.38)
  3. Interacting With Computers (4.38)
  4. Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (4.38)
  5. Analyzing Data or Information (4.29)
  6. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.12)
  7. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.08)
  8. Processing Information (4.04)
  9. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (4.00)
  10. Thinking Creatively (4.00)
  11. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.88)
  12. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.88)
  13. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.83)
  14. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.79)
  15. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.79)
  16. Documenting/Recording Information (3.75)
  17. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.75)
  18. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.75)
  1. Resolve Agricultural Production Problems (4.58)
  2. Use Intuitive Judgment For Engineering Analyses (4.58)
  3. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.58)
  4. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.38)
  5. Write Product Performance Requirements (4.38)
  6. Use Computer Aided Drafting Or Design Software For Design, Drafting, Modeling, Or Other Engineering Tasks (4.38)
  7. Draw Prototypes, Plans, Or Maps To Scale (4.38)
  8. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.38)
  9. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.38)
  10. Calculate Engineering Specifications (4.38)
  11. Read Blueprints (4.38)
  12. Read Maps (4.38)
  13. Read Schematics (4.38)
  14. Read Technical Drawings (4.38)
  15. Use Relational Database Software (4.38)
  16. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.38)
  17. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.38)
  18. Perform Statistical Analysis (4.29)
  19. Analyze Project Proposal To Determine Feasibility, Cost, Or Time (4.29)
  20. Analyze Engineering Design Problems (4.29)
  21. Provide Analytical Assessment Of Engineering Data (4.29)
  22. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.29)
  23. Analyze Test Data (4.29)
  24. Analyze Engineering Test Data (4.29)
  25. Evaluate Costs Of Engineering Projects (4.29)
  26. Evaluate Engineering Data (4.29)
  27. Evaluate Manufacturing Or Processing Systems (4.29)
  28. Analyze Ecosystem Data (4.29)
  29. Analyze Technical Data, Designs, Or Preliminary Specifications (4.29)
  30. Confer With Research Personnel (4.12)
  31. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.12)
  32. Follow Manufacturing Methods Or Techniques (4.08)
  33. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.08)
  34. Use Biological Research Techniques (4.08)
  35. Use Technical Information In Manufacturing Or Industrial Activities (4.08)
  36. Use Technical Regulations For Engineering Problems (4.08)
  37. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (4.08)
  38. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.08)
  39. Use Government Regulations (4.08)
  40. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.08)
  41. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.08)
  42. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.08)
  43. Use Project Management Techniques (4.08)
  44. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.08)
  45. Use Hazardous Disposal Techniques (4.08)
  46. Use Building Or Land Use Regulations (4.08)
  47. Use Pollution Control Techniques (4.08)
  48. Use Research Methodology Procedures Within Manufacturing Or Commerce (4.08)
  49. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.04)
  50. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.04)
  51. Design Power Equipment (4.00)
  52. Create Mathematical Or Statistical Diagrams Or Charts (4.00)
  53. Estimate Cost For Engineering Projects (4.00)
  54. Design Electro-Mechanical Equipment (4.00)
  55. Estimate Time Needed For Project (4.00)
  56. Design Construction Projects (4.00)
  57. Design Control Systems (4.00)
  58. Design Engineered Systems (4.00)
  59. Design Electronic Equipment (4.00)
  60. Design Machines (4.00)
  61. Confer With Scientists (3.88)
  62. Communicate Technical Information (3.88)
  63. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (3.88)
  64. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (3.83)
  65. Perform Safety Inspections In Agricultural, Forestry, Or Fishing Setting (3.83)
  66. Examine Engineering Documents For Completeness Or Accuracy (3.83)
  67. Advise Clients Regarding Engineering Problems (3.75)
  68. Plan Testing Of Engineering Methods (3.75)
  69. Advise Clients Or Customers (3.75)
  70. Prepare Long Term Or Short Term Plans (3.75)
  71. Recommend Materials For Products (3.75)
  72. Plan Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.75)