How to become agricultural engineerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$98,590
25th–75th pct. $82,260–$124,880
Top pay (est.)
$216,400
Top 10% $166,460
Pay in 5 years
$112,600est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$128,600est.
$110,600–$149,300
Outlook score
59/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
65%
High
Job growth (10 yr)
+6.9%
100 openings / yr
How to become agricultural engineers
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Agricultural Engineers
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeAnalyzing Data or InformationThinking CreativelyMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsProcessing InformationOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Important abilities
Written ComprehensionOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningOral ComprehensionWritten Expression
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as agricultural engineers
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.