Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

Course Advisor, Inc.; United States; Sur place; USD 54 550 - 151 030; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Course Advisor is hiring a Mining or Geological Engineer in the United States. The role involves conducting sub-surface surveys, implementing safety programs, and ensuring efficient production methods. Candidates should possess strong complex problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. The average salary for this position ranges from $54,550 to $151,030 annually, with a projected job growth rate of 8.2%. Knowledge of various software tools like AutoCAD is also essential.

Qualifications

• Conduct sub-surface surveys to identify characteristics of potential land or mining development sites.
• Inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions and design safety programs.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate mine personnel.

Responsabilités

• Select or develop mineral location, extraction, and production methods.
• Prepare technical reports for use by mining, engineering, and management personnel.
• Monitor mine production rates to assess operational effectiveness.

Connaissances

Complex Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Writing

Speaking

Judgment and Decision Making

Reading Comprehension

Outils

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Project

Autodesk AutoCAD

Statistical software

Oracle Primavera Systems

Carlson SurvCADD

Maptek Vulcan

MineSight

Trimble Geomatics Office

Gemcom Surpac

Description du poste

Mining or Geological Engineer

What Do Mining or Geological Engineers Do?

Example of Mining or Geological Engineer Job 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.

A Day in the Life of a Mining or Geological Engineer

• Select or develop mineral location, extraction, and production methods, based on factors such as safety, cost, and deposit characteristics.
• Prepare technical reports for use by mining, engineering, and management personnel.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate technicians, technologists, survey personnel, engineers, scientists or other mine personnel.
• Test air to detect toxic gases and recommend measures to remove them, such as installation of ventilation shafts.
• Implement and coordinate mine safety programs, including the design and maintenance of protective and rescue equipment and safety devices.
• Monitor mine production rates to assess operational effectiveness.

Skills Needed to be a Mining or Geological Engineer

• Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Related Job Titles

• Safety Coordinator
• Safety Analyst
• Safety Representative
• Planning Engineer
• Mine Production Engineer

Job Demand for Mining and Geological Engineers

In 2016, there was an estimated number of 7,300 jobs in the United States for Mining or Geological Engineers. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 8.2% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 600 new jobs for Mining or Geological Engineers by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 600 job openings in this field each year.

Mining or Geological Engineer Average Salary

Mining and Geological Engineers make between $54,550 and $151,030 a year. The highest salaries are found in California, New Mexico, and Florida.

Tools & Technology Used by Mining and Geological Engineers

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Project
• Autodesk AutoCAD
• Statistical software
• Oracle Primavera Systems
• Carlson SurvCADD
• Maptek Vulcan
• MineSight
• Trimble Geomatics Office
• Gemcom Surpac