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, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Level Guides
Level Guide PROF4
Experience
Knowledge
Responsibilities
Usually Reports to
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
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
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
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 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
Level 2 - Intermediate
2-5 years professional
experience.
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).
Level 4 - Lead
More than 8 years
professional experience.
Management is typically the
next higher level.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Level Guide PROF6
Experience
Knowledge
Responsibilities
Usually Reports to
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 1 - Entry/Junior
0-1 year professional
experience. Entry level for
employees with Bachelor's
Degree or equivalent.
Level 2 - Intermediate
1-3 years professional
experience.
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).
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.)
Level 5 - Senior Staff Specialist
More than 8 years
professional experience.
Management is typically the
next higher level.
R&D Personnel Only
Employees usually have an
advanced degree in field of
specialization.
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Level Guide SUPP3
Experience
Skill
Duties and Tasks
Supervision Given and Received
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.
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.
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 1 - Junior
0-2 years of experience in position Applies basic skills and may
or specialization.
develop advanced skills using
tools and equipment
appropriate for the position or
specialization.
Level 2 - Intermediate
2-5 years of experience in position Applies some advanced skills
or specialization.
to the position or
specialization. May adapt
procedures, processes, tools,
equipment and techniques to
meet the more complex
requirements of the position.
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
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
“Lead and direct”
responsibility may be for
either nonexempt or
exempt employees.
actions).
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).
The subordinate group may
be nonexempt and/or
exempt.
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.
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 nonsupervisory 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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Position Descriptions
Pos.
Code
3610
Executive
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.
4315
General Engineering
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
4085
General Engineering (continued)
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.
8778
Biomedical Engineering
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
3745
Materials Engineering
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.
3775
3800
Chemical Engineering
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.
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
3820
4646
Chemical Engineering (continued)
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
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.
3915
Electronics/Electrical Engineering
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
3965
Electronics/Electrical Engineering (continued)
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.
4080
Environmental Engineering
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
3715
Measurement/Calibration Engineering
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.
4355
Mechanical Engineering
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.
4450
Nuclear Engineering
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
4440
4445
4220
Nuclear Engineering (continued)
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.
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
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
1978
Telecommunications
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.
4700
Quality Control/Test Engineering
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
4708
Quality Control/Test Engineering (continued)
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.
4585
Production Engineering
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 setup 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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
4890
Production Engineering (continued)
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.
4267
4268
4510
4520
4270
4280
Six Sigma
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
4285
Industrial Engineering (continued)
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.
4647
Generic Engineering
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
4840
Design and Drafting
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
4862
Design and Drafting (continued)
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Pos.
Code
4997
4390
Design and Drafting (continued)
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.
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
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:
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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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
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.
Level Guides, Position Descriptions
and Global Grades
Global Grade Map
Management Career
‘ROLE’ CONTRIBUTES (THROUGH)
Skills
2
Tasks
1
Expertise
3
Leadership
4
Functional Strategy
5FS
Business Strategy
5BS
BAND
1
GRADE
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
1
1
2
2
3
4
5
6
3T
7
8
9
10
4T
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
PRODUCT
DIVERSIFICATION
Domestic
COMPLEXITY OF MARKET
International
Global
Low
16
19
20
Medium
18
21
22
High
20
23
24