2144 Geological Engineers
Geological engineers conduct geological and geotechnical studies to assess suitability of locations for civil engineering, mining and oil and gas projects; and plan, design, develop and supervise programs of geological data acquisition and analysis and the preparation of geological engineering reports and recommendations. Geological engineers are employed in consulting engineering companies, electrical utilities, mining and petroleum companies and in government and research and educational institutions.
Example Titles
geological engineer
geophysical engineer
hydrogeological engineer
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Main duties
Geological engineers perform some or all of the following duties:
Plan, develop and co-ordinate programs of geotechnical, geological, geophysical or geohydrological data acquisition, analysis and mapping to assist in the development of civil engineering, mining, petroleum and waste management projects or for regional development
Analyze and prepare recommendations and reports for construction or improvements to foundations of civil engineering projects such as rock excavation, pressure grouting and hydraulic channel erosion control
Analyze and prepare recommendations and reports on settlement of buildings, stability of slopes and fills, and probable effects of landslides and earthquakes to support construction and civil engineering projects
Conduct theoretical and applied study of groundwater flow and contamination and develop prescriptions for site selection, treatment and construction
Plan, develop, co-ordinate and conduct theoretical and experimental studies in mining exploration, mine evaluation and feasibility studies relative to the mining industry
Conduct surveys and studies of ore deposits, ore reserve calculations and mine design
Design, develop and implement computer applications for geophysics, geochemistry, geology, mapping and related fields
Supervise technologists, technicians and other engineers and scientists.
