JobSOC 17-2151

Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

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.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

3 programs

Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering14.0802
Mining and Mineral Engineering14.2101
Geological/Geophysical Engineering14.3901

02.

Draws on

Engineering and Technology4.5 of 5
Mathematics4.4 of 5
English Language3.6 of 5
Production and Processing3.6 of 5
Design3.6 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.