prepare designs, plans and schedules for mining operations
research and develop new mining methods and technology
determine the equipment to be used to create/develop a mine
prepare reports on proposed mines and their viability
consult with clients, professionals, and government officials
oversee work at the mine site
ensure safety and environmental standards are met and maintained
study ways to improve mining
carry out economic analysis on mineral deposits
examine and work towards minimising the impact of mining on the environment.
Skills and knowledge
Mining engineers need to have:
knowledge of mining methods and different mining processes
knowledge of the practical aspects of operating a mine
knowledge of geology, maths, physics, and chemistry.