level guides, position descriptions and global grades

Level Guides, Position Descriptions and Global Grades

Level Guides, Position Descriptions and Global Grades Introduction

This section includes the following:

• Level Guides set forth the criteria (i.e., the experience, education, skills, duties/tasks, and supervision given/received) typically used to distinguish between or among the various levels of a job.

• Position Descriptions include the current benchmark job description used by participants to facilitate job matching.

• Global Grades are the end result of a systematic approach developed by Watson Wyatt Worldwide. They were designed to support survey job matching on a consistent worldwide basis. The structure has been applied to each job and job family currently found in this survey. Included is a map which diagrams the structure.


Level Guides

Level Guide PROF4

Experience Knowledge Responsibilities Usually Reports to

Level 1 - Entry/Junior 0-2 years professional experience. Entry level for employees with Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. OR For legal positions, those with J.D. or LL.B. or equivalent

Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision, performs assigned tasks. Work is routine and instructions are usually detailed. Little evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required. For legal positions, may prepare briefs and documents or draw up contracts for review and evaluation by others.

Lead Level

Level 2 - Intermediate 2-5 years professional experience.

Knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

Under supervision, performs work that is varied and that may be somewhat difficult in character, but usually involves limited responsibility. Some evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required.

Lead Level

Level 3 - Senior 5-8 years professional experience. Fully competent professional - the first career level in the ladder (i.e., it is expected that all competent professionals will reach this level).

Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments. For legal positions, specializes in a particular area, such as litigation, tax, patent, etc.

Usually works with minimum supervision, conferring with superior on unusual matters. May be assisted by Entry/Junior or Intermediate Level personnel. Assignments are broad in nature, usually requiring originality and ingenuity. Has appreciable latitude for unreviewed action or decision. For legal positions, acts in advisory capacity, making recommendations which may have an important bearing on the conduct of the organization’s business.

Lead Level or Middle Management

Level 4 - Lead More than 8 years professional experience. Management is typically the next higher level.

Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of particular field of specialization to the completion of complex assignments. For legal positions, is fully qualified in a particular area, such as in litigation, tax, patent, etc.

Under general supervision, plans, conducts and supervises assignments. Reviews progress and evaluates results. In legal setting, conducts and supervises broad legal assignments, necessitating ability to evaluate matters which may have a major bearing on the conduct of the organization’s business. Plans and assigns personnel for given projects or tasks. Assists with the review and evaluation of personnel performance. Interprets and applies organization policy. Recommends changes in procedures. Operates with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision. Reviews progress with management.

Upper Middle Management or Top Management


Level Guide PROF6

Experience Knowledge Responsibilities Usually Reports to

Level 1 - Entry/Junior 0-1 year professional experience. Entry level for employees with Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.

Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision, performs assigned tasks. Work is routine and instructions are usually detailed. Little evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required.

Lead Level

Level 2 - Intermediate 1-3 years professional experience.

Knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

Under supervision, performs work that is varied and that may be somewhat difficult in character, but usually involves limited responsibility. Some evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required.

Lead Level or First Level Management

Level 3 - Senior 3-5 years professional experience. Fully competent professional - the first career level in the ladder (i.e., it is expected that all competent professionals will reach this level).

Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments.

Usually works with minimum supervision, conferring with superior on unusual matters. May be assisted by Entry/Junior or Intermediate Level personnel. Assignments are broad in nature, requiring originality and ingenuity. Has appreciable latitude for unreviewed action or decision.

Lead/Section Head Level or First Level Management

Level 4 - Lead 5-8 years professional experience. (Many firms have professional positions above this level; however, First Level Management is typically the next step.)

Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of particular field of specialization to the completion of complex assignments. May cross fields.

Under general supervision, plans, conducts and supervises assignments. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Plans and assigns personnel for given projects or tasks. Recommends changes in procedures. Operates with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision. Reviews progress with management.

Middle Management

Level 5 - Senior Staff Specialist More than 8 years professional experience. Management is typically the next higher level.

Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of particular field of specialization to the completion of significant assignments. Has well-developed leadership qualities. Crosses fields.

Plans and conducts assignments, generally involving the larger and more important projects or more than one project. Reviews progress and evaluates results. May lead or direct projects. Assists with the review and evaluation of personnel performance. May act in liaison capacity with other departments, divisions, and organizations. Evaluates progress and results and recommends major changes in procedures. Operates with considerable latitude for unreviewed action or decision.

Upper Middle Management or Top Management

R&D Personnel Only Employees usually have an advanced degree in field of specialization.

Assignments necessitate advanced knowledge.

There may be more emphasis on personally conducting important and complex technical investigations. There may be less project direction responsibility. May serve as advisor to lower level personnel.

Reports in many instances to Laboratory Department Head or Manager Level

Level 6 - Consulting Engineer Scientist More than 10 years increasingly responsible professional experience. Normally holds an advanced degree in field of specialization, usually at the Ph.D. level.

Possesses and applies an advanced knowledge of particular field of specialization to the completion of projects of major complexity. Must have achieved recognized standing in professional field through original contribution.

Plans, conducts and directs research and/or development work on complex projects necessitating the origination and application of new and unique approaches. Plans and directs projects and supplies technical inspiration, leadership and consultation to professional co-workers. May represent the organization in outside discussions and technical forums. Generally works with wide latitude for unreviewed action or decision.

Manager Level or Top Research or Laboratory Executive


Level Guide SUPP3

Experience Skill Duties and Tasks Supervision Given and Received

Level 1 - Junior 0-2 years of experience in position or specialization.

Applies basic skills and may develop advanced skills using tools and equipment appropriate for the position or specialization.

Duties and tasks are standardized. Resolves routine questions and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher levels.

Works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

Level 2 - Intermediate 2-5 years of experience in position or specialization.

Applies some advanced skills to the position or specialization. May adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of the position.

Duties and tasks are frequently nonroutine. Resolves most questions and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher levels.

Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting and training lower level employees.

Level 3 - Senior 5 or more years of experience in position or specialization.

Applies advanced skills to the position or specialization. Adapts procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position.

Duties and tasks reflect substantial variety and complexity. Assignments are broad in nature and usually require originality and ingenuity. May serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.

Works under general supervision. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned tasks and goals. May orient, train, assign and check the work of lower level employees. May be designated as "lead" worker.


Level Guide SUPV3

Nature of Supervision Employees Supervised Responsibilities

Level 1 - Descriptive Titles: Working Supervisor, Group Leader, Lead Person Incumbents at this level “lead and direct” a group of two or more individuals. There is virtually no authority for personnel actions normally associated with full supervisory status (e.g., salary increases, promotions, performance reviews, disciplinary actions).

“Lead and direct” responsibility may be for either nonexempt or exempt employees.

Coordinates the day-to-day operations of a group of employees. “Leading and directing” is usually restricted to assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, directing efforts and providing technical guidance on more complex issues. FLSA classification is typically the same as subordinate employees, and most of the work time is spent performing many of the same duties.

Level 2 - Descriptive Titles: Supervisor, Unit Supervisor, Foreperson This is the first level of full supervision. Incumbents may initiate and communicate a variety of personnel actions (e.g., employment, termination, performance and salary reviews, disciplinary actions, scheduling and/or approving overtime). Generally, the subordinate group performs a single task or multiple, but closely related tasks. Supervision is provided directly or through group leaders (Level 1 supervisors). Plant supervisors at this level generally supervise only one shift and/or area of the plant.

The subordinate group may be nonexempt and/or exempt.

Oversees the day-to-day operations of a group of employees. Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies. Under FLSA, incumbents in this position meet the criteria for exempt status.

Level 3 - Descriptive Titles: Senior Supervisor, General Foreperson, Assistant Manager/Department Head This is the highest level of supervisor. In some organizations, incumbents in this position may be considered middle or lower middle management. The subordinate group will generally possess a wide variety of skills and/or knowledge, performing somewhat complex to very complex tasks. Employee pay, within the subordinate group, may vary considerably. Plant supervisors at this level generally supervise more than one shift and/or area of the plant.

The subordinate group may consist of Level 1 and 2 supervisors and/or non-supervisory employees engaged in a wide variety of often complex tasks. In some staff positions, a function (with no subordinate staff) may be managed.

Provides leadership, coaching, and mentoring to subordinate group. In addition to Level 2 responsibilities, supervisors at this level have impact on budgeting, controlling costs, planning, scheduling, and procedural change.


Position Descriptions

Pos. Code Executive 3610 Top Engineering Executive Global Grade(s): 17-19

Plans and directs the overall engineering activities of the organization. Coordinates the creation, development, design and improvement of organization products in conformance with established programs and objectives. Provides engineering advice and assistance to other departments as required.

4610 Top Quality Control Executive Global Grade(s): 15-18 Develops and administers the organization's quality control policies and programs. Ensures that quality control inspections, tests and corrective procedures are coordinated throughout the organization.

5120 Top Product Development Executive Global Grade(s): 15-17 Oversees the development of new product ideas, including the study and evaluation of their potential and practicality. Coordinates the initial stages of new product development, as well as modifications or design changes in existing product lines.

4265 Top Six Sigma Executive Global Grade(s): 17-19 Responsible for the development, implementation and administration of the organization's programs pertaining to the use of the Six Sigma Breakthrough Strategy. Responsible for achieving overall process and quality improvement.

4070 Top Environmental Executive Global Grade(s): 17-19 Develops and implements policies, programs and practices to ensure that the organization is in compliance with all federal, state and local laws, regulations and standards concerning the environment and health and safety of the workforce and surrounding community. Plans, coordinates and directs related engineering, scientific and technical activities, such as sampling, testing and measuring air, soil and water. Oversees the analysis of collected data and implementation of programs to abate, control or eliminate environmental pollutants.

4260 Top Industrial Engineer Global Grade(s): 17-19 Directs and coordinates the development and administration of industrial engineering policies and practices designed to improve operating performance, reduce waste and delays and promote cost reduction throughout the organization.

General Engineering 4315 Engineering Manager Global Grade(s): 15-17

Directs the engineering activities of the assigned function or department within the organization. Develops and conducts work programs in accordance with company's policies, priorities and budget constraints. Manages and/or develops budgets for assigned function or department including operating requirements and equipment and material purchases. Provides technical oversight and assistance to other departments as required. Note: This position may be a multi-incumbent position.

3620 Administrative Engineering Manager Global Grade(s): 15-17 Provides a variety of staff support services within an engineering organization in order to reduce or eliminate various administrative tasks performed by the engineering group. Assignments include the staffing, scheduling, coordinating, and planning of engineering projects.

3890 Corporate Construction Engineering Manager Global Grade(s): 13-16 Directs and coordinates the engineering, design and construction of new production facilities, or alteration of existing structures. Manages construction projects and ensures compliance with specifications and contract terms.

4040 Energy Management Manager Global Grade(s): 15-17 Develops, implements and coordinates policies on matters involving fuel and electric energy conservation. Advises management on the practical and necessary steps to conserve energy.


Pos. Code General Engineering (continued) 4085 Waste Management Manager Global Grade(s): 15-17

Designs, implements and tests systems and procedures to reduce volume and dispose of hazardous materials and contaminated objects. Recommends disposal methods based on state and federal regulations, technical guidelines and advice of counsel. Oversees construction, testing, and implementation of waste disposal systems, and resolves operational problems. Modifies operating procedures and written manuals to instruct workers in work procedures to meet safety and environmental standards in the treatment of waste. Advises management on selection sites for the disposal of waste materials.

4580 Product Development Engineering Manager Global Grade(s): 15-17 Formulates the product development program to develop the most profitable new products by the most efficient means. Manages technical design, initiates appropriate patent action, and recommends capital expenditures and production methods for new products.

3100 Technical Writer Global Grade(s): 9-13 Writes technical reports, brochures, and/or manuals for internal documentation, customer reference or publications. Analyzes technical literature available, writes descriptive copy, and verifies documentation with related departments. May coordinate the production and distribution of material. See Level Guide PROF4.

0450 Estimator Global Grade(s): 10 Prepares cost and work completion estimates for projects. Compiles itemized materials and price lists from blueprints and specifications. Itemizes equipment to be produced by the organization or to be purchased from outside sources. Computes cost estimates of raw materials, purchased equipment, or subcontracted work and labor. Computes profit percentages and adds to cost estimates to obtain price. Consults with engineering functions on cost problems.

4310 Engineering Aide Global Grade(s): 5 Performs basic sub-professional engineering tasks in order to gain familiarity with record and filing systems, drafting techniques and standards, data resources, and general nature of the work performed. Maintains maps, detail design drawings, graphs, as-built drawings, structural detail drawings and other graphic engineering records. Collects codes and posts data from prescribed sources for input to computer. Corrects and updates existing records and prepares data for analysis.

3180 Sales Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Promotes the sale of chemical, mechanical, electrical or electronic equipment, supplies, or services which require professional engineering knowledge to make judgments involving complex engineering and economic principles, and calculations to persuade potential buyers or lessees of the practical value of the product or service. Prepares financial and operational estimates from blueprints, plans, or other records submitted by potential customers, and reports customer practices regarding utilization of company products. Proposes changes in equipment or use of materials which would result in cost reduction or more efficient operation. See Level Guide PROF6.

Biomedical Engineering 8778 Biomedical Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees engaged in the research, development, design, testing, and manufacturing of biomedical equipment. Manages budgets and outside vendors, determines quality control and maintenance protocols, and enforces regulatory standards. May lead new product development initiatives and cross-functional project management teams. See Level Guide SUPV3.

8779 Biomedical Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Performs research and develops, designs and tests biomedical equipment. Supports the manufacturing and marketing of biomedical equipment in line with regulatory standards and quality control specifications, and serves on cross-functional project management teams. See Level Guide PROF6.

8781 Biomedical Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 7-10 Installs, inspects, repairs, calibrates and maintains biomedical equipment. Ensures safe operation and effective performance of equipment by conducting approved programs for quality control and maintenance. May assist in the research, development, design, testing, and manufacturing of biomedical equipment. See Level Guide SUPP3.


Pos. Code Materials Engineering 3745 Materials Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees engaged in the manipulation of molecular structures of substances to create new materials for use in products. Oversees the creation of new materials that meet certain mechanical, electrical, and chemical requirements. Ensures that testing and performance requirements of materials are determined accurately. Oversees the processing of test samples, testing materials and developing test procedures when necessary. See Level Guide SUPV3.

3740 Materials Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Manipulates the molecular structure of substances to create new materials for use in products. Works with metals, ceramic, plastics, semiconductors, and combination of materials or composites to create new materials that meet certain mechanical, electrical, and chemical requirements. Responsible for accurately determining testing and performance requirements of materials. Processes test samples, tests materials and develops test procedures when necessary. See Level Guide PROF6.

3773 Materials Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 7-10 Assists in the manipulation of the molecular structure of substances to create products. Works with metals, ceramic, plastics, semiconductors, and combination of materials or composites to create new materials that meet certain mechanical, electrical, and chemical requirements. Assists in testing and evaluating existing materials for new applications. See Level Guide SUPP3.

4405 Metallurgical Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16 Applies chemistry and the various branches of the engineering sciences to supervising the design, development or operation of processes and equipment used in the production of metals from ores. Conducts research to develop or improve metals and alloys, and to develop new uses or applications for metals and alloys. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4410 Metallurgical Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Applies chemistry and various branches of the engineering sciences to the design, development or operation of processes and equipment used in the production of metals from ores. Conducts research to develop or improve metals and alloys, and to develop new uses or applications for metals and alloys. See Level Guide PROF6.

3770 Metallurgical Technician Global Grade(s): 7-10 Examines and tests metal and mineral samples to determine their physical and chemical properties (e.g., crystal structure, homogeneity, porosity, etc.). Examines samples using a variety of measuring instruments. Tests samples to determine conformity to standards. Investigates and measures the physical and chemical properties of metals. Records and analyzes data; prepares summaries of findings. See Level Guide SUPP3.

Chemical Engineering 3775 Chemical Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees who design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetics, plastics, detergents, cement, and paper and pulp. Supervises research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes. Designs, plans layout, and oversees personnel engaged in constructing, controlling, and improving equipment for carrying out chemical processes on a commercial scale. Ensures the most effective arrangement of operations, such as mixing, crushing, heat transfer, distillation, oxidation, hydrogenation, and polymerization. Oversees personnel controlling equipment such as condensers, absorption and evaporation towers, columns and stills. See Level Guide SUPV3.

3800 Chemical Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Designs chemical plant equipment and devises processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetics, plastics, detergents, cement, and paper and pulp. Conducts research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes. Designs, plans layout, and oversees personnel engaged in constructing, controlling, and improving equipment for carrying out chemical processes on a commercial scale. Determines most effective arrangement of operations, such as mixing, crushing, heat transfer, distillation, oxidation, hydrogenation, and polymerization. Oversees personnel controlling equipment such as condensers, absorption and evaporation towers, columns, and stills. See Level Guide PROF6.


Pos. Code Chemical Engineering (continued) 3820 Chemical Technician Global Grade(s): 7-10

Performs quantitative and qualitative analyses in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical chemistry, photochemistry or electrochemistry to determine the chemical and physical properties of materials, liquids and gasses. Performs titrations and other chemical tests, and uses instrumental techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy and diffraction. Prepares or synthesizes materials for laboratory examination and uses glove boxes, high vacuum systems or furnaces. Excludes technicians working in biochemistry. See Level Guide SUPP3.

Civil Engineering 4646 Civil Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees engaged in the planning, design, maintenance and alteration of civil construction projects. Assesses personnel needs, schedules and staffs accordingly to ensure timely completion of projects. Ensures maintenance of equipment, machinery, and accident prevention measures to maintain efficiency and safety. Ensures project completion in accordance with technical specifications and recommends revisions as necessary. Participates in the preparation of proposals and cost estimates; evaluates progress and results. See Level Guide SUPV3.

3850 Civil Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Plans, designs, and supervises construction, maintenance and alteration of structures and facilities such as railroads, roads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, tunnels, power plants, water and sewerage systems, waste disposal units and similar facilities. Estimates personnel needs and schedules work to meet completion dates and technical specifications. Works out proposals and cost estimates; evaluates progress and results, and recommends major changes in procedures or objectives. See Level Guide PROF6.

3860 Civil Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 5-9 Assists in planning and designing highways, subways, railroads, airports, dams, irrigation, and flood control waterway systems, bridges, tunnels, buildings, power line towers and other structures. May perform land surveys. See Level Guide SUPP3.

5017 Structural Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Performs structural and code analysis for assigned projects. Collaborates with design personnel to ensure that designs and associated materials are structurally sound. Recommends and or participates in corrective design changes. See Level Guide PROF6.

Electronics/Electrical Engineering 3915 Electrical Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees who perform a variety of engineering work in designing, planning and monitoring the manufacture, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of electric or electronic components, equipment, systems, facilities, and machinery used in generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy for domestic, commercial, and industrial consumption. May work closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency, or volume. See Level Guide SUPV3.

3920 Electrical Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Performs a variety of engineering work in designing, planning and overseeing manufacture, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of electric or electronic components, equipment, systems, facilities, and machinery used in generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy for domestic, commercial, and industrial consumption. Works closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency, or volume. See Level Guide PROF6.

3940 Electrical Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 5-9 Assembles, tests, and modifies experimental and/or operational electrical machinery, electrical control equipment, electrical circuitry and components according to engineering specifications in industrial or commercial plants and laboratories. Diagnoses causes of malfunctions or failures and performs preventive/corrective maintenance. Records data; recommends modification or replacement of failed equipment. See Level Guide SUPP3.


Pos. Code Electronics/Electrical Engineering (continued) 3965 Electronics Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises activities concerned with design, testing, and manufacture of electronic components, products, and systems, and in development of applications of products for commercial, industrial, medical, military, and scientific uses. May work closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency, or volume. See Level Guide SUPV3.

3970 Electronics Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Performs activities concerned with design, testing, and manufacture of electronic components, products, and systems, and in development of applications of products to commercial, industrial, medical, military, and scientific uses. Works closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency, or volume. See Level Guide PROF6.

3990 Electronic Technician Global Grade(s): 5-9 Lays out, builds, tests, troubleshoots, repairs, and modifies electronic developmental and production equipment, parts, components, and systems according to engineering instructions. Analyzes and interprets test data. Evaluates performance and reliability of prototype or production model. Recommends changes in circuitry or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance. See Level Guide SUPP3.

Environmental Engineering 4080 Environmental Manager Global Grade(s): 15-17

Develops, implements and coordinates policies on matters involving air, water and land conservation that are of concern to the organization and the public. Advises management on the practical and necessary steps to prevent or abate pollution arising from operations.

4099 Environmental Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16 Supervises employees who perform a variety of engineering work in designing, installing, operating, and maintaining measuring apparatus necessary to determine the level of pollutants involving air, land and water. Recommends appropriate action to assure conformation with federal, state, and municipal legislation and regulations regarding environmental control of acceptable levels of pollution. Oversees the planning and installation of equipment revisions relating to the environment. Oversees the testing or experiments requiring the use of nonstandard procedures and complex instrumentation. Serves as liaison between the organization and regulatory agencies concerned with environmental control. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4090 Environmental Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Performs a variety of engineering work in designing, installing, operating, and maintaining measuring apparatus necessary to determine the level of pollutants involving air, land, and water. Ascertains levels of pollution and recommends appropriate action to assure conformance with federal, state, and municipal legislation and regulations regarding environmental control. Assists in the overall planning and installation of equipment revision relating to the environment. Performs tests or experiments requiring the use of nonstandard procedures and complex instrumentation. Serves as liaison between the organization and regulatory agencies concerned with environmental control. See Level Guide PROF6.

4100 Environmental Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 5-9 Uses sampling, testing and measuring techniques, and performs quantitative and qualitative analyses to determine air, land, or water pollution levels. Assists in the installation and set-up of instruments and equipment. Operates electronic equipment and conducts sampling with the current line of instrumentation. Periodically inspects equipment and performs routine preventive maintenance work. Maintains records pertinent to special sampling projects performed in conjunction with governmental agencies and private institutions. See Level Guide SUPP3.


Pos. Code Measurement/Calibration Engineering 3715 Calibration Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees engaged in testing, calibrating, and repairing electrical, electronic, mechanical, weight, pressure, vacuum, or other measuring and indicating instruments for conformance to established standards. Develops calibration standards. Oversees the planning sequence of testing and calibration procedures for instruments; setting up of standardized laboratory equipment to test and measure accuracy of other instruments that are used to record voltage, heat, magnetic resistance, and other conformity with specifications using precision measuring instruments; and devising formulas to solve problems in measurements and calibrations. Finalizes/approves procedures and practical guide to minimize calibration time and maintain precision accuracy of instruments, measuring devices, and recording equipment. Oversees the program for the evaluation of new component measurement equipment/systems as introduced by equipment manufacturers. See Level Guide SUPV3.

3700 Measurement/Calibration Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Tests, calibrates, and repairs electrical, electronic, mechanical, weight, pressure, vacuum, or other measuring and indicating instruments for conformance to established standards. Assists engineering personnel in developing calibration standards. Plans sequence of testing and calibration procedures for instruments. Sets up standardized laboratory equipment to test and measure accuracy of other instruments that are used to record voltage, heat, magnetic resistance, and other factors. Disassembles recording systems and instrumentation and inspects parts for defects. Measures parts for conformity with specifications using precision measuring instruments. Devises formulas to solve problems in measurements and calibrations. Writes procedures and practical guides to minimize calibration time and maintain precision accuracy of instruments, measuring devices, and recording equipment. Administers a program for the evaluation of new component measurement equipment/systems as introduced by equipment manufacturers. See Level Guide PROF6.

3710 Calibration Technician Global Grade(s): 5-9 Tests, calibrates, and repairs measuring and indicating instruments for conformance to established government, commercial, and organization standards. Sets up equipment for tests and measures accuracy of instruments used to record voltage, heat and magnetic resistance, etc. Adjusts instruments to calibration standards and assembles equipment. See Level Guide SUPP3.

Mechanical Engineering 4355 Mechanical Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises a variety of mechanical engineering assignments. Supervises the planning and design of products, tools, engines, machines and other mechanically functioning equipment and mechanical industrial processes, and oversees production, installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of such equipment, including centralized heat, gas, water and steam systems. May work closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency, or volume. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4360 Mechanical Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Performs a variety of engineering work in planning and design of products, tools, engines, machines and other mechanically functioning equipment and mechanical industrial processes; oversees production, installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of such equipment, including centralized heat, gas, water and steam systems. Works with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency, or volume. See Level Guide PROF6.

4380 Mechanical Technician Global Grade(s): 5-9 Develops and tests machinery and equipment, consistent with engineering and other specifications. Drafts detail drawings or sketches for drafting room completion or to request parts. Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies. Sets up and tests complete units. Records test procedures and results, performs routine analyses and calculations, and recommends changes in equipment, products or test methods. See Level Guide SUPP3.

Nuclear Engineering 4450 Nuclear Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees engaged in the design of fuel elements, active cores and primary systems of nuclear reactors. Oversees the layout and design of radioactive chemical plants, heat transfer systems and their components. Oversees the research on new materials of special interest in nuclear reactors, and studies related to the detection and control of radiation and radioactive contaminants. See Level Guide SUPV3.


Pos. Code Nuclear Engineering (continued) 4440 Nuclear Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16

Designs fuel elements, active cores and primary systems of nuclear reactors. Lays out and designs radioactive chemical plants, heat transfer systems and their components. Conducts research on new materials of special interest in nuclear reactors. Makes studies related to the detection and control of radiation and radioactive contaminants. Operates equipment and systems to produce heat and energy for laboratory, pilot plant or commercial purposes. See Level Guide PROF6.

4445 Nuclear Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 7-10 Assists in the design of fuel elements, active cores and primary systems of nuclear reactors. Participates in the layout and design of radioactive chemical plants, heat transfer systems and their components. Assists in the research on new materials of special interest in nuclear reactors, and studies related to the detection and control of radiation and radioactive contaminants. May operate equipment and systems to produce heat and energy for laboratory, pilot plant or commercial purposes. See Level Guide SUPP3.

Information Technology Engineering 4220 Manager of Hardware Design Engineering Global Grade(s): 15-17

Directs and coordinates activities related to the design, development and implementation of hardware operating systems for products. Oversees the development of test strategies and systems.

4770 Manager of Software Design Engineering Global Grade(s): 15-17 Directs and coordinates activities related to the design, development and implementation of software operating systems for products. Oversees the development of test strategies and systems.

4235 Hardware Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16 Supervises employees engaged in functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of hardware for products including, but not limited to, the circuit design of components, development of structure specifications of a personal computer, and the design of a computer display unit. Develops test strategies, devices, and systems. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4230 Hardware Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Provides functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of hardware for products including, but not limited to, the circuit design of components, development of structure specifications of a personal computer, and the design of a computer display unit. Participates in the development of test strategies, devices, and systems. See Level Guide PROF6.

4785 Software Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16 Supervises employees engaged in the functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of software operating systems, including, but not limited to, utility software, development software, and diagnostic software. Develops test strategies, devices and systems. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4780 Software Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Provides functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of software operating systems, including, but not limited to, utility software, development software, and diagnostic software. Participates in the development of test strategies, devices and systems. See Level Guide PROF6.

1983 Network Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Provides functional and empirical analysis related to the planning, design, installation, and implementation of the network infrastructure. Performs remedial maintenance of file servers and network devices including the restoration of hardware and software. Anticipates and mitigates potential attacks through network or other connections to ensure the security of the system. Works with end users and vendors to resolve network hardware/software issues. May develop and administer end user training to achieve efficient utilization of LAN/WAN. See Level Guide PROF6.


Pos. Code Telecommunications 1978 Telecommunications Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees engaged in telecommunications network analysis, design, implementation and maintenance for the entire company. Performs analysis requiring knowledge of theory and practices. Oversees the engineering studies to determine requirements, long-range engineering plans and designs of telecommunication systems. Supports one or more of the following: paging, LAN/WAN, VRU, voice mail, cellular and phone systems and other telecom systems as necessary. See Level Guide SUPV3.

1981 Telecommunications Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Performs telecommunications network analysis, design, implementation and maintenance for entire company. Performs analysis requiring knowledge of theory and practices. Performs engineering studies to determine requirements, long-range engineering plans and designs of telecommunication systems. Supports one or more of the following: paging, LAN/WAN, VRU, voice mail, cellular and phone systems and other telecom systems as necessary. See Level Guide PROF6.

1977 Telecommunications Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 7-10 Assists in telecommunications network analysis, design, implementation and maintenance. Diagnoses faults and effects minor repairs to telecommunication equipment. Installs, runs performance tests; modifies, troubleshoots, and repairs wireless and telecommunications systems. See Level Guide SUPP3.

Quality Control/Test Engineering 4700 Manager of Test Engineering Global Grade(s): 15-17

Oversees programs involved in the development of inspection methods and instruments to test products while in process and after completion. Selects production testing equipment and writes software for production testing and test operating systems. Inspects and tests incoming components as well as outgoing finished products. Tests and evaluates competitor products.

4645 Quality Control Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16 Supervises the design and installation of quality control process sampling systems, procedures, and statistical techniques. Designs or specifies inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment. Analyzes production limitations and standards. Recommends revision of specifications when indicated. Formulates or assists in formulating quality control policies and procedures. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4650 Quality Control Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Designs and installs quality control process sampling systems, procedures, and statistical techniques. Designs or specifies inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment. Analyzes production limitations and standards. Recommends revision of specifications when indicated. Formulates or assists in formulating quality control policies and procedures. Develops the economics of any quality control program when required. See Level Guide PROF6.

4710 Reliability Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Develops the analysis methods for establishing reliability of company products and their components, prepares sketches, charts, drawings or reports for further developments. Conducts analyses and investigations to determine relative reliability with regard to such factors as cost, structure, weight, maintainability, facility of production, availability of materials and equipment, and determines the ability of the product to comply with customer and contractual requirements. See Level Guide PROF6.

4705 Test Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Defines, documents, analyzes, performs, and interprets developmental tests for new and/or modified products or product components. Investigates and resolves operational problems in conjunction with other engineering and technical personnel. Provides technical support and advice to other engineering groups. Guides and directs lower level personnel on the set-up and performance of tests. Acts as liaison with outside suppliers in establishing or modifying specifications for purchased items. Devises and applies testing procedures for parts or sub-assemblies received from outside vendors. Participates in the development, maintenance and refinement of internal quality control and reliability programs. See Level Guide PROF6.


Pos. Code Quality Control/Test Engineering (continued) 4708 Test Technician Global Grade(s): 7-10

Conducts developmental tests for new and/or modified products or product components. Compiles test data from performed testing and reviews test results with engineering personnel. Confers with engineering and other technical personnel to resolve testing problems such as product or equipment issues, malfunctions, incomplete test data and interpretation. May participate in the development, maintenance and refinement of internal quality control and reliability programs. See Level Guide SUPP3.

4795 Failure Analysis Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Determines and implements various failure analysis tests/techniques to be used in the determination of root cause failure in digital or analog integrated circuits. Performs failure analysis tests at various stages of the product development cycle. Researches, validates and designs effective and cost efficient test methods. See Level Guide PROF6.

0486 Supplier Quality Analyst Global Grade(s): 10-13 Responsible for ensuring that assigned suppliers maintain a level of quality consistent with company standards. Works with suppliers on an ongoing basis to make quality improvements. Communicates with Engineering, Purchasing, Marketing and Sales on product release issues. Responsible for supplier updates as needed.

Production Engineering 4585 Production Engineering Manager Global Grade(s): 15-17

Leads the production technology team and performs production engineering activities to ensure and improve the quality, service, and efficiency of products and processes. Reviews equipment and process designs for manufacturing feasibility and initiates necessary improvement actions. Troubleshoots equipment and initiates necessary corrective and preventive actions. May train users in procedures on how to run and sustain process equipment. Follows and enforces necessary compliance and all safety regulations.

4330 Plant or Facility Maintenance Engineering Manager Global Grade(s): 13-16 Manages the maintenance and repair of plant equipment, buildings and grounds. Oversees engineering design and construction of new facilities, or alterations or modifications of existing facilities.

4590 Production/Processing Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Develops and implements production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost efficient manner. Investigates and resolves work-in-process problems. Recommends and implements improvements and/or modifications in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and related matters. Monitors assigned operations to assure compliance with approved methods and quality standards. Reviews proposals of outside vendors regarding the purchase of new or modernization of existing production/processing equipment. See Level Guide PROF6.

3720 Instrument Technician Global Grade(s): 5-9 Tests, calibrates, repairs and modifies control and instrumentation systems for plant production/process equipment. Analyzes malfunctions of instruments and control systems, and determines necessary steps to repair equipment. Prepares reports and records on calibration, inspection, testing, and repair activities. See Level Guide SUPP3.

4595 N/C (Numerical Control) Programmer Global Grade(s): 10 Prepares detailed numerical control programs for use in production on numerical controlled machinery. Develops original operation sequences and recommends changes in machining processes to enhance efficiency and/or quality. Determines set-up and fixturing requirements for alternate methods of machining. Revises and/or updates programs to reflect shop, engineering or program changes.

4812 Tool Design Engineering Manager Global Grade(s): 13-16 Plans, directs and coordinates the development and design of tools, jigs, fixtures and other special devices for specified operations in the production function based on engineering blueprints and other engineering or shop data. Ensures design of existing tools conforms to engineering and production changes.


Pos. Code Production Engineering (continued) 4890 Tool Design Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises employees who design tools, jigs, fixtures and other special devices for specified operations in the production function based on engineering blueprints, operation specifications and other engineering or shop data. Serves as liaison with tool fabrication agencies for interpretation and correction of the design application. Reviews and/or corrects design of existing tools to conform to engineering and production changes. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4900 Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor Global Grade(s): 10-13 Supervises employees who construct, repair, and modify dies, and maintain and calibrate machine shop tools, jigs, fixtures, instruments and dies. Supervises the operation of various machine tools and performs related highly-skilled work such as laying out, fitting and assembling parts. Participates in development work, including skilled fitting, timing, adjustment and construction of tools. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4810 Tool Design Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Designs a broad range of tools including forming and cutting tools. Designs jigs, dies, and fixtures for production or experimental use. Studies specifications and confers with engineering and shop personnel to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and costs of tools. Applies mathematical formulas and standard tool engineering data to develop tool configuration. Selects standard items for incorporation into tool design. Draws preliminary sketches and prepares layout and detail drawings. Modifies tool designs according to trial or production service data to improve tool life or performance. See Level Guide PROF6.

Six Sigma 4267 Six Sigma Master Black Belt Global Grade(s): 15-17

Responsible for the development, implementation and administration of the organization's programs pertaining to the use of the Six Sigma Breakthrough Strategy. Works with management to identify and establish project selection criteria with an emphasis on overall process and quality improvement. Interacts with all areas of the organization to promote, mentor and train others on the formulation and execution of process improvement initiatives. Creates and/or facilitates process design changes by integrating new systems and/or processes with existing ones. Provides training and consultative support to others regarding the Six Sigma Breakthrough Strategy. Provides guidance to Green Belts and other project staff as needed. Must be certified as a Black Belt in Six Sigma Breakthrough Strategy and have a Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline plus a minimum of 7 plus years directly related experience.

4268 Six Sigma Black Belt Global Grade(s): 9-16 Identifies and facilitates process design changes and executes process improvement initiatives under the training and guidance of Six Sigma Master Black Belt.

Packaging Engineering 4510 Package Design Manager Global Grade(s): 13-16

Plans, directs and coordinates the development and design of packaging. Ensures the most effective use of materials and graphic arts services for new or redesigned packages.

4520 Packaging Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Develops and designs packing materials, shipping containers, etc., for the attractive and safe shipping of products under varying conditions of climate, environment, and differing modes of transportation, using lubricants, protective materials, and other methods as required. See Level Guide PROF6.

Industrial Engineering 4270 Chief Industrial Engineer Global Grade(s): 15-17

Formulates, administers and coordinates industrial engineering policies and practices designed to improve operating performance, reduce waste, delays, and reduce costs. Reviews production methods, equipment layout, material handling, and utilization of personnel, equipment and material resources in order to improve operating performance.

4280 Plant Industrial Engineering Manager Global Grade(s): 13-16 Applies approved industrial engineering policies and practices in a plant environment to improve operating performance and reduce waste, delays and costs. Provides for ongoing review and effective utilization of production methods, equipment layout, material handling, personnel, equipment and material.


Pos. Code Industrial Engineering (continued) 4285 Industrial Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

Supervises a variety of engineering assignments in work measurement for the establishment of standards. Plans and oversees utilization of production facilities and personnel in department or other subdivision of establishment. Supervises equipment layout, workflow, and accident prevention measures to maintain efficient and safe utilization of plant facilities. Plans and oversees work study and training programs to promote efficient personnel utilization. May work closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency, or volume. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4290 Industrial Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 Performs a variety of engineering assignments in work measurement for the establishment of standards. Plans and oversees utilization of production facilities and personnel in departments or other subdivisions of an industrial establishment. Plans equipment layout, workflow, and accident prevention measures to maintain efficient and safe utilization of plant facilities. Plans and oversees work study and training programs to promote efficient personnel utilization. Works closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of robotics to increase production quality, efficiency, or volume. See Level Guide PROF6.

4300 Industrial Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 5-9 Assists in determining the workflow and lay-out of production facilities and apparatus, time and motion studies and other engineering studies. See Level Guide SUPP3.

Generic Engineering 4647 Generic Engineering Supervisor Global Grade(s): 12-16

The data reported for this position is a combination of the data reported by participants for the following Engineering positions: 3673 Aeronautical Engineering Supervisor, 8778 Biomedical Engineering Supervisor, 3715 Calibration Engineering Supervisor, 3775 Chemical Engineering Supervisor, 4646 Civil Engineering Supervisor, 3915 Electrical Engineering Supervisor, 1978 Telecommunications Engineering Supervisor, 3965 Electronics Engineering Supervisor, 4099 Environmental Engineering Supervisor, 4235 Hardware Engineering Supervisor, 4285 Industrial Engineering Supervisor, 4355 Mechanical Engineering Supervisor, 4405 Metallurgical Engineering Supervisor, 4450 Nuclear Engineering Supervisor, 4645 Quality Control Engineering Supervisor, 3745 Materials Engineering Supervisor and 4785 Software Engineering Supervisor. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4815 Generic Engineer Global Grade(s): 9-16 The data for this position is a combination of the data reported by participants for all Engineer positions, which includes positions: 8779 Biomedical Engineer, 3740 Materials Engineer, 4410 Metallurgical Engineer, 3800 Chemical Engineer, 3850 Civil Engineer, 5017 Structural Engineer, 3920 Electrical Engineer, 3970 Electronics Engineer, 4090 Environmental Engineer, 3700 Measurement/Calibration Engineer, 4360 Mechanical Engineer, 4440 Nuclear Engineer, 4230 Hardware Engineer, 4780 Software Engineer, 1983 Network Engineer, 1981 Telecommunications Engineer, 4650 Quality Control Engineer, 4710 Reliability Engineer, 4705 Test Engineer, 4795 Failure Analysis Engineer, 4590 Production/Processing Engineer, 4810 Tool Design Engineer, 4520 Packaging Engineer, and 4290 Industrial Engineer. See Level Guide PROF6.

4383 Generic Engineering Technician Global Grade(s): 5-10 The data for this position is a combination of the data reported by participants for all Engineering Technician positions, which includes positions: 8781 Biomedical Engineering Technician, 3773 Materials Engineering Technician, 3770 Metallurgical Technician, 3820 Chemical Technician, 3860 Civil Engineering Technician, 3940 Electrical Engineering Technician, 3990 Electronic Technician, 4100 Environmental Engineering Technician, 3710 Calibration Technician, 4380 Mechanical Technician, 4445 Nuclear Engineering Technician, 1977 Telecommunications Engineering Technician, 4708 Test Technician, 3720 Instrument Technician, and 4300 Industrial Engineering Technician. See Level Guide SUPP3.


Pos. Code Design and Drafting 4840 Chief Design Engineer Global Grade(s): 14-17

Directs the engineering design of new products or equipment for use in operations, including design, preparation drawings and specifications to manufacturing engineers, and appropriate research, development, and manufacturing activities.

4970 Drafting Supervisor Global Grade(s): 8-13 Supervises drafters, who formalize designs (sketches and/or specifications) into detailed drawings and working plans using Computer Assisted Design (CAD) software and related computer assisted equipment. Ensures the accuracy of these renderings and revisions of existing plans for conformity to engineering changes. See Level Guide SUPV3.

4980 Chief Drafter Global Grade(s): 12 Supervises group leaders, squad leaders, designers, and drafters of central or divisional drafting room. Assigns various projects and schedules and controls drafting room production. Ensures the technical accuracy and completeness of all drafting. Maintains contact with clients, manufacturers, and suppliers.

4990 CAD Drafter Global Grade(s): 10 Working under immediate supervision, carries out drafting assignments of a routine to moderately complex nature with limited latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgement. Prepares layouts, drawings and designs according to engineering specifications using CAD software. Reviews engineering drawings and supporting documentation to verify adherence to standard practices. Analyzes design and confers to resolve details not completely defined. Retrieves information from file and displays on computer, using required computer language. Types commands to rotate or zoom-in on display to redesign, modify or otherwise edit existing design. Displays final drawings to verify completeness, clarity and accuracy. Types command to transfer drawing dimensions from computer onto hardcopy, using peripheral equipment.

4992 Senior CAD Drafter Global Grade(s): 11 Working under minimal supervision, carries out a variety of moderately complex to complex drafting assignments, exercising considerable to extensive latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgement. Prepares layouts, drawings and designs according to engineering specifications using CAD software. Reviews engineering drawings and supporting documentation to verify adherence to standard practices. Analyzes design and confers to resolve details not completely defined. Retrieves information from file and displays on computer, using required computer language. Types commands to rotate or zoom-in on display to redesign, modify, or otherwise edit existing design. Displays final drawings to verify completeness, clarity and accuracy. Types command to transfer drawing dimensions from computer onto hardcopy, using peripheral equipment. Typically requires 3 or more years of experience.

4850 Designer Global Grade(s): 11 Working under immediate supervision, carries out design assignments of a routine to moderately complex nature with limited latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgement. Prepares sketches or completes detail and layout drawings from verbal or written instructions on product or plant equipment. Participates in the development of original designs or adaptations requiring specialized experience.

4852 Senior Designer Global Grade(s): 12-13 Working under minimal supervision, carries out a variety of moderately complex to complex design assignments, exercising considerable to extensive latitude in the use of initiatives and independent judgement. Prepares sketches or completes detail and layout drawings from verbal or written instructions on product or plant equipment. Works independently on the development of original designs or adaptations requiring specialized experience. May supervise lower level drafters on some phases of design. Typically requires 3 or more years of experience.

4860 Designer Drafter Global Grade(s): 11 Working under immediate supervision, carries out design/drafting assignments of a routine to moderately complex nature with limited latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgement. Investigates and procures all data required to develop a design. Prepares preliminary sketches and/or schematic diagrams. Applies all preliminary information and contributing data to develop final design. Prepares layout, detail, and assembly drawings.


Pos. Code Design and Drafting (continued) 4862 Senior Designer Drafter Global Grade(s): 12

Working under minimal supervision, carries out a variety of moderately complex to complex design/drafting assignments, exercising considerable to extensive latitude in the use of initiatives and independent judgement. Investigates and procures all data required to develop a design. Prepares preliminary sketches and/or schematic diagrams. Applies all preliminary information and contributing data to develop final design. Prepares layout, detail, and assembly drawings. Typically requires 3 or more years of experience.

5050 Drafter Detailer A Global Grade(s): 10 Under general supervision, plans and arranges details on assigned work that is simple to somewhat complex, preparing drawings with views of isometric projections. Consolidates details from a variety of sketches, prints, and assembly drawings. Makes necessary calculations following established standards and instructions.

5060 Drafter Detailer B Global Grade(s): 9 Under close supervision, following verbal or written instructions, prepares simple detail drawings showing all necessary section views and dimensions. May refer to prints and simple assembly drawings.

5070 Drafter Layout A Global Grade(s): 10 Under minimum supervision, prepares layout of complete products and complex mechanisms. Prepares complex assembly and detail selection drawings showing interrelated dimensions and positions requiring various calculations such as strength of materials, simple forces and stresses, speeds, and weights.

5080 Drafter Layout B Global Grade(s): 9 Under general supervision, prepares layouts of machine sections, mechanisms, or assemblies and detail drawings of products that are above average in complexity, requiring the application of a variety of standardized drawing techniques and computations, requiring familiarity with engineering terminology and various manufacturing processes.

4870 Specifications Writer Global Grade(s): 11 Observes, makes notes on, and sketches processing operations. Obtains information from engineers, publications, manuals, and other sources. Writes descriptions of processes and properties of materials. Tests and recommends changes in specifications.

4930 Technical Illustrator Global Grade(s): 10 Prepares charts, graphs, profiles, schematics, and two and three dimensional drawings for use in technical reports and journals, brochures, instruction manuals, displays, or advertising.

4940 Model Maker Global Grade(s): 7-10 Plans, lays out and builds experimental subassemblies and prototype models requiring a high degree of accuracy. Reviews engineering specifications, drawings and sketches, and creates special tools or fittings to build models. Inspects complex components from vendors and production to ensure conformance to engineering schematics, standards and specifications. See Level Guide SUPP3.

4995 Architect Global Grade(s): 11 Working under immediate supervision, carries out architectural assignments of a routine to moderately complex nature with limited latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgement. Provides services in the research, design, development, construction, alteration or repair of buildings and large structures. Collects and analyzes technical data to determine project requirements and prepares information regarding specifications, materials, equipment, estimated costs, and completion times. Conducts inspections and tests for compliance with laws and adherence to project specifications. Prepares and maintains records and reports.


Pos. Code Design and Drafting (continued) 4997 Senior Architect Global Grade(s): 12-13

Working under minimal supervision, carries out a variety of moderately complex to complex architectural assignments, exercising considerable to extensive latitude in the use of initiatives and independent judgement. Provides services in the research, design, development, construction, alteration or repair of buildings and large structures. Collects and analyzes technical data to determine project requirements and prepares information regarding specifications, materials, equipment, estimated costs, and completion times. Conducts inspections and tests for compliance with laws and adherence to project specifications. Prepares and maintains records and reports. Typically requires 3 or more years of experience.

4390 Land Survey Specialist Global Grade(s): 10 Develops land/topographical maps for commercial or residential properties. Collects and processes data via GPS. Should be proficient in one or more of the following: Microstation, Autodesk Land Desktop, AutoCAD 2000. Knowledge of LiDar and/or CaiCE a plus. PLS/LSIT certifications may be required.


Global Grades

In order to address the variety of ways companies describe and structure jobs in markets around the world, Watson Wyatt has developed the Watson Wyatt Global Grades. This Global Grading System is designed to underpin survey job matching on a consistent world-wide basis.

The Watson Wyatt Global Grades methodology allows companies to compare positions in this reference with those in other references, from country to country, and has its roots in basic job evaluation. The sizing factors selected are transferable across national boundaries and provide an appropriate mechanism for job matching.

The factors include a combination of “input” factors such as the knowledge, skills and competencies demanded by a job/role as well as “output” factors such as the nature and scope of impact of the job/role within the organization/business.

We have used the factor plan to evaluate a broad sample of jobs from our existing survey databases around the world. (The Watson Wyatt Data Services’ Global 50 Remuneration Planning Report includes selected jobs that are common and stable to all countries/markets. Many of these jobs are found in all sectors; however, the data provided in the study are sourced primarily from the Industrial, High Technology, and Service Sectors.) Because the use of evaluation points on an ongoing basis to differentiate relative job size can be very burdensome, we felt that a Global Grading System would be a more immediately useful “tool”.

Additionally, we found that while a factor plan will differentiate between job roles as a direct result of organization size, it may not be sufficiently sensitive to reflect all organization scope differences that are important in the collection and analysis of market data, particularly at senior job levels. We discovered through extensive research that there are a number of quantitative and qualitative factors that play a stronger part than others in determining the size of roles of senior executives including:

• Sales/Turnover • Total Assets Under Management (for Financial Institutions) • Number of Employees • Complexity/Diversity of Organization and Markets (Domestic, International, Global) • Geographical Breadth

The Watson Wyatt Global Grades methodology described above is a 25-grade job-worth hierarchy, and has been applied to each job and job family currently found in all of our surveys/reports. The hierarchy is mapped out diagrammatically at the end of this section.

Benchmark Roles/Jobs

Each benchmark job, and its levels contained in this survey/report, has been assigned a discrete global grade (GG) or a range of grades.

These levels either reflect a difference in the scope of skills requirements/responsibilities of a single job/role, or different jobs/roles within an organizational hierarchy.


Broad Grade Band Definitions

Many participants use a series of broad bands or role levels within their internal compensation program. Our Global Grading System can easily reflect that, as shown in the descriptions that accompany each of the groupings listed below and portrayed in the Global Grade Map.

Top Management 1 - GG 21-25: This category covers all Senior Executives at the group or board levels in large multinational companies, up to and including Chief Executives. Executives in this band will be responsible for defining business strategy and contributing to the organization through their vision.

Top Management 2 - GG 16-20: This category covers all heads of functions or divisions below the group board level in the large multinationals or Chief Executives in medium to large organizations.

Heads of Function in this band actively participate in developing company policy and closely advise the Chief Executive on strategy. They will contribute to the organization through strategy definition and implementation and to their function through their vision.

Chief Executives and Business Unit Managers in this band will be responsible for defining business strategy and contributing to the organization through their vision.

Middle Management - GG 12-16: This category covers Middle Managers below Heads of Function and/or those reporting to Senior Management in medium to large organizations, as well as Top Management positions in small organizations or business units. These positions would typically contribute through their people leadership.

Positions with supervisory responsibility not regarded as having full management status would not be included here.

This category may also cover Technical Experts, individual contributors who deliver a job that is key to the company. These positions would contribute to the organization through their professional leadership.

Professional/Administration/Junior Management - GG 9-16: This category covers Supervisory Positions and Junior Managers where staff responsibility is a large portion of the job, e.g. accounts department supervisors, operations supervisors, etc. The category also includes professional staff, e.g. accounting, computing, engineering, marketing, personnel and purchasing staff. Finally it also covers some senior administrative jobs.

Although similarly leveled, these three employee groups differ in their nature. Junior Management jobs contribute primarily through others; administrative jobs contribute independently and professional jobs contribute through the use of their expertise. Some organizations may separate them into different levels based on that criterion.


Clerical/Technicians - GG 5-8: This category covers all clerical, administrative and secretarial staff with little or no supervisory responsibility but that contribute independently through their skills to the organization, e.g. junior staff in finance, marketing, office services and personnel functions.

It also covers basic computing/data processing staff such as operators, customer service assistants and skilled craftsmen/technicians, as well as senior production operators and occasionally team leaders in manufacturing environments.

Manual/Junior Clerical - GG 1-4: This category includes manual workers/operatives, messengers, receptionists, telephone operators, and typists who contribute to the organization with assistance from more senior positions.


Global Grade Map

Management Career

‘ROLE’ CONTRIBUTES (THROUGH)

Tasks 1

Skills 2

Expertise 3

Leadership 4

Functional Strategy 5FS

Business Strategy 5BS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1st LINE

TOP MANAGEMENT TOP MANAGEMENT MIDDLE

MANAGEMENT

SUPERVISOR

Professional Career

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 SENIOR PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN SR. CLERICAL/

ADMIN.

CLERICAL/

ADMIN.

ANCILLARY

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

Number of Employees 90 240 620 1,600 4,100 10,600 27,500 75,000 200,000

Turnover (US $ MILL) 75 150 500 1,000 2,000 5,000 10,000 50,000 100,000

COMPLEXITY OF MARKET PRODUCT DIVERSIFICATION Domestic International Global

Low 16 19 20

Medium 18 21 22

High 20 23 24

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