Agricultural Machinery Manufacturing Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
Technical specialist who handles design, assembly, and quality control in the manufacturing process of agricultural machinery such as tractors and combine harvesters.
Description
Agricultural machinery manufacturing engineers oversee the entire manufacturing process, from creating design drawings for agricultural machinery to material procurement, machining arrangements, assembly, welding, test runs, and quality inspections. Main duties include mechanical design using CAD/CAM, selection of machine elements, manufacturing techniques such as machining and welding, optimization of assembly lines, and introduction of quality assurance methods. They also promote process improvements, cost reductions, and safety measures, and are involved in developing customized machinery tailored to farmers' needs. They closely collaborate with production technology, design, and quality control departments to achieve mass production.
Future Outlook
With the growing need for labor-saving and automation in agriculture, demand for high-precision and high-efficiency agricultural machinery is increasing. Integration with IoT and robot technologies is advancing, requiring higher skills from engineers.
Personality Traits
Curious about technology / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Problem-solving oriented / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Technology Engineer → Design Engineer → Production Department Manager
Required Skills
Assembly Inspection / CAM Operation / Mechanical Drawing / Process Management / Welding and Machining
Recommended Skills
3D CAD Modeling / IoT Sensor Understanding / Line Automation Technology / PLC Programming
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To suppress dimensional errors in the manufacturing process and maintain quality. |
| Problem Solving | Quick root cause analysis is needed when process troubles or defects occur. |
Related Qualifications
- Agricultural Machinery Maintenance Technician
Aliases
- Agricultural Machinery Engineer
- Farm Machinery Manufacturing Engineer
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