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Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

SOC 17-2151.00

Conduct sub-surface 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.

Zone 4 Architecture and Engineering

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Complex Problem Solving

4.1

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Writing

4.0

Speaking

4.0

Critical Thinking

4.0

Judgment and Decision Making

4.0

Active Listening

3.9

Mathematics

3.8

Knowledge Areas 8

Engineering and Technology

4.5

Mathematics

4.4

English Language

3.6

Production and Processing

3.6

Design

3.6

Administration and Management

3.4

Clerical

3.3

Physics

3.2

Key Tasks

1Prepare technical reports for use by mining, engineering, and management personnel.

2Inspect mining areas for unsafe structures, equipment, and working conditions.

3Select or develop mineral location, extraction, and production methods, based on factors such as safety, cost, and deposit characteristics.

4Select locations and plan underground or surface mining operations, specifying processes, labor usage, and equipment that will result in safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction of minerals and ores.

5Prepare schedules, reports, and estimates of the costs involved in developing and operating mines.

Also Known As

Engineer Engineering Manager Exploration Engineer Geological Engineer Geophysical Engineer Mine Analyst Mine Development Engineer Mine Engineer Mine Engineering Manager Mine Engineering Superintendent