Mine Development Engineer
こうざんかいはつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Other Development Engineers
Summary
Civil engineering role responsible for geological surveys of mines, drilling plans, resource evaluation, and safety management.
Description
Mine development engineers are responsible for technical planning and on-site management to efficiently and safely extract mineral resources buried underground. They conduct ore deposit evaluations through geological surveys and boring tests, and develop drilling methods, tunnel designs, and ventilation/drainage plans. Using CAD and 3D modeling tools, they create mine layouts, coordinate with contractors, arrange equipment and materials, and supervise compliance with safety standards. They are also required to handle environmental impact assessments and legal regulations, repeating fieldwork in remote or harsh sites and office work.
Future Outlook
Demand fluctuates due to changes in resource prices and stricter environmental regulations, but efficiency improves with the introduction of remote sensing and AI analysis technologies, and the demand for specialized engineers remains stable with strengthened development of rare metals and renewable energy-related resources.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Curious and inquisitive / Has a challenging spirit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business trips / Flex time / Office work and fieldwork combined / On-site resident
Career Path
Assistant Engineer → Mine Development Engineer → Senior Mine Engineer → Project Manager → Technical Director
Required Skills
Boring Survey Design / CAD・3D Modeling / Drilling Methods / Geological Survey Techniques / Safety Management / Surveying Techniques
Recommended Skills
Environmental Impact Assessment / GIS Analysis / Project Management / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Ability to adapt to remote locations and harsh environments and continue work is necessary. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Ability to analyze geological data and survey results to evaluate ore deposits is necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to ensure safety management and design accuracy. |
| Planning & Organization | Ability to plan and manage drilling and resource recovery processes is essential. |
| Problem Solving | Need to quickly resolve on-site problems such as sudden ground movements. |
| Stress Tolerance | Mental strength to calmly handle dangerous sites is important. |
Related Qualifications
- Civil Construction Management Engineer
- Mine Safety Technology Manager
- Professional Engineer (Mining Division)
- Surveyor
Aliases
- Mine Engineer
- Mining Engineer
Related Jobs
- Geological Survey Engineer
- Mining Engineer
- Resource Engineer