Mining engineer

Job Description

Mining engineers use analytical skills to conduct evaluations of mining sites, design mines, and determine the equipment and staff needed to carry out mining operations. Employers hire mining engineers who have all the skills necessary to fulfill the duties associated with this job.Mechanical ability mining engineers select and maintain mining equipment, which requires mechanical abilityCommunication mining engineers use written communication skills to write reports on mining operationsAnalytical ability mining engineers use excellent analytical abilities to design mines and mining operationsComputer skills mining engineers work with GPS and computer software programs to design and manage mining operations, which requires good computer skillsMathematics mining engineers use math skills to make calculations to design mines, determine mining staff needs, and select appropriate equipmentManagement mining engineers determine mine staffing needs, supervise mining staff, and make decisions regarding equipment purchases, upgrades, and repairs, tasks which require good management skills

Keyskills :
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