Agricultural Land Consolidation Engineer
こうちせいりぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized engineer who conducts surveys, planning, and design for farmland plot consolidation and irrigation/drainage facilities to enhance farmland utilization efficiency and environmental conservation.
Description
Agricultural land consolidation engineers conduct surveys and investigations to understand farmland shapes and water flows, planning and designing efficient plot consolidations and irrigation/drainage facility placements. They create design drawings using GIS, CAD, and 3D modeling, proposing optimal farmland utilization through repeated discussions with land improvement districts, landowners, and administrative agencies. After design, they collaborate with construction management personnel to create construction drawings and provide technical advice, supporting agricultural productivity and flood prevention measures.
Future Outlook
Demand for efficient farmland consolidation is expected to be maintained or increase due to aging farmland and disaster risk responses. It is also a field advancing in business efficiency through new technologies such as ICT, drones, and GIS.
Personality Traits
Doesn't mind tedious work / Excellent communication skills / Good team player / Problem-solving oriented / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Depending on flex system companies / Local postings / Office work and field surveys / Possibility of transfers / Team projects
Career Path
Junior Agricultural Land Consolidation Engineer → Senior Engineer → Project Manager → Consultant (Farmland Development) → Department Head
Required Skills
CAD Design / Design Calculations / GIS Spatial Analysis / Hydraulic Calculations / Survey Instrument Operation
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling Software / Drone Surveying / Project Management Tools / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in drainage gradients or plot dimensions directly impact functionality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced quantitative analysis such as terrain analysis and hydraulic calculations is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to plan and organize the entire project. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and light field surveys, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Assistant Land Surveyor
- First-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer
- Land Surveyor
- Second-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer
Aliases
- Farmland Development Engineer
- Land Improvement Engineer
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- Agricultural Civil Engineer
- Civil Design Engineer
- Irrigation and Drainage Engineer
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