SOC 17-2021
Agricultural Engineers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ47/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ1,680
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$85K
$43K โ $133K
Projected Growth
๐+5.9%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค67/100
High exposure
๐ก Agricultural Engineers face a risk score of 47/100 โ 3 points above the national average of 44. With 67/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $85K ($38K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 47/100, Agricultural Engineers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-optimized manufacturing process design are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 1,680 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in safety-critical judgment in design review and novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Agricultural Engineers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-optimized manufacturing process design
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
Simulation and digital twin automation
AI summarization replacing manual report compilation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Safety-critical judgment in design review
Novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges
Client communication and technical consultation
On-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Prepare reports, sketches, working drawings, specifications, proposals, and budgets for proposed sites or systems.
Visit sites to observe environmental problems, to consult with contractors, or to monitor construction activities.
Meet with clients, such as district or regional councils, farmers, and developers, to discuss their needs.
Discuss plans with clients, contractors, consultants, and other engineers so that they can be evaluated and necessary changes made.
Test agricultural machinery and equipment to ensure adequate performance.
๐ป Technology Skills
Desktop publishing software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Computer aided design CAD software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Geographic information system
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Engineering and Technology
Computers and Electronics
Design
Mathematics
Physics
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 84% |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers | 21 | $93K | 57% |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | 29 | $97K | 81% |