Job for the future Geological Engineers

Average hourly wage

Not available.

Job description

These individuals conduct geological and geotechnical studies to evaluate the location of civil engineering, mining, and oil and gas projects. They plan, design, test, and supervise geological data collection and analysis programs. They also prepare geological engineering reports and recommendations. They are employed by:

Consulting engineering firms
Electric utilities
Mining and oil companies
The public service
Research institutes
Educational institutions

Personality profiles (RIASEC)

Investigative: People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
Realistic: People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
Enterprising: People with this profile prefer having responsibilities, influencing others and responding to challenges.

Main tasks

Make various recommendations (building settlement, slope stability, landslide effects, etc.).
Study groundwater flow and contamination.
Develop criteria for site selection, treatment, and construction.
Conduct studies for the mining industry (exploration, evaluation, feasibility).
Analyze ore deposits and reserves and mine design.
Design, develop, and test computer applications for various fields (Geophysics, Geochemistry, Geology, etc.).
Supervise technologists, technicians, and other Engineers and Scientists.
Analyze and write lithodemic and lithostratigraphic data.
Promote the mineral potential for certain substances or regions to the industry and the scientific community concerned.
Carry out geological surveys in the field by traversing the territory according to pre-established routes.