Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

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Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

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Job Description


	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.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Mining and Geological Engineers

Mining and geological engineers design mines to safely and efficiently remove minerals such as coal and metals for use in manufacturing and utilities. Mining engineers work mostly in mining operations in remote locations. However, some work in sand-and-gravel operations located near large cities. A bachelor's degree from an accredited engineering program is required to become a mining or geological engineer. The median annual wage for mining and geological engineers was $94,040 in May 2015. Employment of mining and geological engineers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Employment growth for mining and geological engineers will be driven by demand for mining operations. In addition, as companies look for ways to cut costs, they are expected to contract more services with engineering firms, rather than employ engineers directly. Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for mining and geological engineers. Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of mining and geological engineers with similar occupations. Learn more about mining and geological engineers by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	1,550
Metal Ore Mining	890
Coal Mining	640
Management of Companies and Enterprises	430
Support Activities for Mining	380
Oil and Gas Extraction	340
State Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	330
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	260
Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying	240
Scientific Research and Development Services	160

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers
Average Annual Salary	$98,420
Average Hourly Wage	$47.32
Total Employment	5,780