Explore Careers - Job Market Report 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. - 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 - A