GEOLOGICAL ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Apr 15, 2025 - The Geological Engineer with extensive experience in geological, geotechnical, and geomechanical rock core and test pit logging, in-situ hydrogeological testing, and monitoring instrumentation installations. This position requires proficiency in geological mapping, site investigation, and design & analyses, with expertise in borehole and test pit log compilation using gINT and/or Strater. This role requires a well-versed individual in geohazard assessments, kinematic stability analyses, and the use of advanced software like RocScience, GeoStudio, Maptek, and FLAC for slope performance, hydrogeological modeling, and numerical analysis.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Geological Engineer Resume
- Geological Mapping
- Rock Mechanics
- Geophysical Surveying
- Hydrogeology
- Soil Testing
- Drilling Techniques
- Data Analysis
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Geographic Information Systems
- Mineral Exploration.
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Decision Making.
Summary of Geological Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Geological Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Experience in mining, environmental assessments, land development and/or land remediation.
- Excellent knowledge of geology and geological factors of the specified location.
- Great technical ability to design mappings of geological data, and use geological databases and software.
- Superb communication skills to work with management and staff alike.
- Experience in collecting and analyzing geological information such as water, soil and rock data.
- Ability to comply strictly with safety codes, standards and procedures.
- Ability to write accurate reports on data collection and analysis.
- Strong conceptual and research skills.
- Strong written and oral communication ability.
- Computer literate and familiar with the latest design software packages and technology.
2. BS in Geology with 2 years of Experience
- Experience with geological, geotechnical, and geomechanical rock core and test pit logging, in-situ hydrogeological testing, monitoring instrumentation installations (standpipe piezometer, vibrating wire, and inclinometer), geological mapping including rock mass characterizations and classifications, surficial geology, underground/tunnel mapping, and laboratory test sample selection and scheduling.
- Experience with site investigation, design and analyses
- Compilation of geomechanical and geotechnical borehole and test pit logs using gINT and/or Strater.
- Aerial photograph interpretation, roped access certification, blasting design, and/or supervision of construction activities such as rock slope support (anchors, bolts, shotcrete, dowels) or slope rehabilitation
- Experience with kinematic stability and limit equilibrium analyses using software including the RocScience suite (Slide, Dips, RocPlane, RocSupport, RocFall, RS2, RS3, RocData) as well as GeoStudio.
- Experience with analysis software packages such Maptek, DanW, CAD, key block modeling (Leapfrog), hydrogeological modeling and numerical modeling (FLAC, UDEC) are considered a benefit.
- Experience with Geohazard assessments including rockfall hazard and slope performance assessments
- Experience with construction monitoring services.
- Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment.
3. BS in Environmental Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Strong verbal and written (English) communication
- Experience as a Project Manager in a geotechnical investigation, design and construction control capacity
- Experience with complex investigations and design work
- Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact when interacting with fellow staff, clients, consultants and contractors
- Strong organizational and time management geotechnical skills, including multi-tasking and prioritizing
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with standard construction procedures and methodologies
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Experience in geotechnical design, slope stability, design of shallow, mat, and deep foundations, horizontal direction drilling, design of retaining walls, and large earthmoving projects.
- Experience in preparing proposals
4. BS in Civil Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Experience in geological engineering of mine sites
- Strong computer skills and experience with industry-standard commercial computer software including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and/or various engineering software
- Familiar with engineering field skills such as field measurement and geological mapping, soil sampling, and groundwater sampling
- Strong analytical skills and a positive attitude as well as the ability to work both independently and on teams
- Experience with mining or mine planning and design and/or DOT or energy sector
- Proficient at slope stability analysis, seepage analysis, and general geotechnical engineering and design
- Ability to oversee the work of junior staff, provide guidance and assistance
- Experience with GeoStudio, AutoCAD, gINT, Bluebeam, Carlson, MathCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite software
- Experience with AutoCAD
- Ability to make edits and do final revisions