[2014] Morgan Burns-Min: Engineer Project

Engineer Project

Agricultural Engineers

Who, what, where?

Main Points

-Observe environmental problems, design agricultural machinery and storage, and conduct educational programs for farmers-Earn an average of $77,800, but more in larger states-Spend lots of time in offices but sometimes work outdoors-Train at engineering school; requires Bachelor's degree, preferably Master's Degree or Ph.D

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http://job-descriptions.careerplanner.com/Agricultural-Engineers.cfmhttp://www.recruiter.com/salaries/agricultural-engineers-salary/http://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/agricultural-engineers.htmhttp://www.asabe.org/publications/resource-magazine/2013-ae50-winners-announced.aspx

Employment of these engineers is expected to grow about 5% between 2012 and 2022