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

  • Mine Production Engineer
  • Mine Development Engineer

  • 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.
  • Design, implement, and monitor the development of mines, facilities, systems, or equipment.
  • Evaluate data to develop new mining products, equipment, or processes.
  • Monitor mine production rates to assess operational effectiveness.
  • Prepare schedules, reports, and estimates of the costs involved in developing and operating mines.
  • Select or develop mineral location, extraction, and production methods, based on factors such as safety, cost, and deposit characteristics.
  • Select or devise materials-handling methods and equipment to transport ore, waste materials, and mineral products efficiently and economically.

  • Develop software or computer applications.
  • Develop technical methods or processes.
  • Monitor the productivity or efficiency of industrial operations.