An agricultural engineer is a professional who combines engineering knowledge and skills with an understanding of agriculture and the environment to develop solutions to problems in agricultural production systems. Some synonyms for the term agricultural engineer include agricultural scientist, agricultural technology developer, agri-tech innovator, agricultural consultant, and crop production specialist. In some cases, the term may be used interchangeably with other related terms like plant biologist, agronomist, agricultural economist, and soil science expert. Regardless of the specific term used, individuals in this profession are responsible for developing new technologies and techniques that help farmers and agricultural businesses produce more food, fiber, and fuel in a sustainable way.