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Careers in Engineering
Engineering is one of the core professions in modern mining. There are many different fields to specialise in.
Mechanical Engineer Electrical Engineer Chemical Engineer Civil Engineer Mining Engineer Reliability Engineer Commercial Engineer
Traditionally, most managers in the mining industry – right up to chief executive officers – started their careers in engineering and technical areas.
MINING ENGINEERS work in determining how to recover minerals from an ore body. They use computers to plan the layout of the mine and the sequence of mining operations. They select the equipment to be used and supervise the mine’s daily operations.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS are involved in the supply and use of electricity on a mine or refinery. They design and supervise the installation of electrical systems and power stations and the maintenance of all electrical equipment.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERS are involved in research and development, analysing ore samples, managing on-site laboratories, and supporting exploration and mining operations.
CIVIL ENGINEERS plan and supervise the construction of roads, dams and building on mine sites. They work closely with other engineers and environmental scientists.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERS are involved in maintenance of plant and equipment, designing new processing plants and making sure existing plant and equipment is used in the most efficient way.
An engineering degree usually requires at least four years of study at University and opens up many exciting career paths.
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