How do they match: Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

  • Conduct subsurface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. May specify the ground support systems, processes, and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. May inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions. May design, implement, and coordinate mine safety programs.

  • Design, develop, and implement computer applications for use in mining operations such as mine design, modeling, or mapping or for monitoring mine conditions.
  • Devise solutions to problems of land reclamation and water and air pollution, such as methods of storing excavated soil and returning exhausted mine sites to natural states.
  • Inspect mining areas for unsafe structures, equipment, and working conditions.
  • Test air to detect toxic gases and recommend measures to remove them, such as installation of ventilation shafts.