Agricultural engineering technicians help to solve practical engineering problems in land-based industries.
Day-to-day tasks
* create equipment plans using computer aided design (CAD) software
* test machinery's electrical and mechanical systems
* install machinery on site
* inspect, remove, replace and test equipment
* research machinery developments and market trends
* demonstrate and sell new equipment and parts
* deal with enquiries and orders
Working environment
You could work in an office, in a workshop or in a factory. Your working environment may be physically demanding and outdoors in all weathers.
Where you could work
You could work in an office, in a workshop or in a factory.
Working hours
40 to 42 hours variable
When you could work
Skills you\'ll need
* maths knowledge
* knowledge of engineering science and technology
* design skills and knowledge
* to be thorough and pay attention to detail
* the ability to work well with others
* analytical thinking skills
* the ability to use your initiative
* concentration skills
* to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
How to become one
You can get into this job through:
* a university course
* a college course
College
You can do a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Land-Based Technology or Land-Based Engineering at an agricultural college.
You could also do a T Level in Agriculture, Land Management and Production.
You'll usually need:
* 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course
* 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course
* 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T level
You can get into this job through a land-based service engineering technician advanced apprenticeship. You can do this with an equipment manufacturer, service and repair contractor or at an agricultural college.
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Career path and progression
* With experience, knowledge and industry contacts, you could become self-employed.
* You could become a senior technician or workshop manager, or progress to a senior sales or management position.
* You could also move into a training job as a college lecturer or technician, or take on an inspection role.
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