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1 Summary Engineering Graduate Junior Engineer Electrical Design Engineer Engineering work at the entrance Engineering work at a junior Engineering work relating to the and limited performance level. working level. Assignments development of electrical layouts Assignments are designed to relate to the design of new or for substations. Assignments develop knowledge of company modified plant equipment and involve design, preparation of procedure and practices. are performed under continuing specifications and investigation supervision. and correction of design complaints. Prepares simple plans; makes related engineering calculations; develops cost estimates in line with established formats; assists more senior engineers. 1 Handles design problems of moderate complexity using a variety of standard engineering methods and techniques; assists more senior engineers in solving special problems. Prepares preliminary and final layouts, liaising with others to achieve design compatibility; checks bids and recommends contract awards; assumes professional responsibility for designs completed. 4 One year. 6 Four years. 6 Seven years. 6 Scope Decisions bear upon procedures to be used in work of a standardized nature. 2 Receives specific instructions as to required tasks. Results usually checked in detail. May occasionally work with a helper. 1 No continuing responsibility. Recommendations do not go beyond limitations of immediate tasks. 4 Supervisor screens assignment for unusual or difficult problems and selects techniques or procedures to apply in unfamiliar work. Assigns work to a drafter and checks his finished drawings. No continuing responsibility. 7 Recommendations include complete solutions within scope of assignment. Refers unusual problems to supervisor. Supervisor provides occasional guidance as work proceeds and reviews all final material. Works with a technician and occasionally with a junior engineer; liaises with construction supervisors on interpretation of plans. One Technician. 4 1 Use of Professional Job Environment Not applicable. Usually good; some exposure to bad weather on trips. 1 Good office conditions with some exposure to plant noise. Frequently. Good office conditions; occasional field trips. 2 Absence from Base Accident and Health Hazards Two to five days a month. Minor accident hazards encountered on field trips. Seldom absent. Some exposure to mechanical hazards in plant. One to two days a month. Care required in conducting tests on live equipment in field. 1 TOTAL POINTS

2 Manufacturing Engineer Sales Engineer Senior Design Engineer Engineering work pertaining to Engineering work related to the Engineering work in the field of the improvement of plant layout, sale of specialized equipment, structural design involving the work methods, and apparatus, and other products to supervision of a small group of manufacturing processes, the established and prospective professional and subprofessional selection of machines, tools, and customers; through discussion, persons. materials-handling equipment, relates product application to Assignments are for clients and and quality control. Gaining cooperation needs of customers; makes sales; relate primarily to the design of of supervisors and follows up to ensure customer commercial buildings. foremen is essential to job. satisfaction. Makes studies and prepares reports on industrial engineering assignments in plant and shops. Assists in the implementation of recommendations that are approved. Monitors quality control on a continuing basis. 6 Eight years. 7 Recommendations are usually based on operational experience. Decisions of an unusual nature or involving monetary commitments are referred to supervisor. 6 Work is not supervised in detail and amount received varies with the assignment. Findings are recommendations are subject to technical review. 4 Quotes prices, terms, deliveries for standardized products and adaptations. Liaises with design personnel on major product modifications and new product possibilities. Acts as technical consultant to customers to ensure best use of company products. 7 6 Ten years. 8 Recommendations and decisions are usually based on precedent. Errors in judgment could result in losses of money and goodwill. 6 Work is performed under general direction. A senior sales engineer is available to give guidance and review results. 4 Gives technical direction to clerical staff and to a more junior sales engineer. Plans methods of solving problems, sometimes devising new approaches; assigns work to subordinates; sees that time schedules are met; confers with clients, contractors, suppliers, and members of top management; assumes professional responsibility for designs completed in section. 11 B.A.Sc. 6 Twelve years. 9 Recommendations normally relate to alternatives in design or use of different materials to achieve same result; financial commitments are subject to approval by management. 7 Work is performed under general directions and guidance to achieve specified objectives; coordination with other engineering groups is achieved through superior. Directs the work of several technicians and a junior engineer. Assigns work and reviews it for technical adequacy. Responsible for training and discipline of staff. Directs structural work contractors on major project Scope Four persons. No continuing responsibility. Ten persons. 8 1 Use of Professional Regularly. 1 1 Job Environment Good plant conditions. Generally good office Good office conditions; some conditions; some exposure to work in field on inspections. bad weather. Absence from Base Seldom absent. Absent about % of time; much Infrequent absences. driving. 1 Accident and Some exposure to mechanical Driving on highways presents Some exposure to hazards in Health Hazards hazards in plant. considerable hazard. buildings under construction. 2 1 TOTAL POINTS

3 Scope Highway Construction Engineer Production Superintendent Senior Hydrologist Engineering work in the Advanced supervisory work in Engineering work in the field of supervision of highway directing the production hydrology, particularly as related construction projects, mostly let activities of a chemical plant to groundwater, water supply to private contractors but with with operations scheduled development, and flood control. some done by departmental around the clock. Operating As a specialist, provides advice crews and equipment. Acts as controls are largely built around and technical assistance to other departmental representative in advanced instrumentation and staff members and to clients. control of contractor s work. scheduled maintenance Through subordinates, ensures that contractors observe contract terms and adhere to specifications. Authorizes changes to specifications and negotiates bids for work not covered by contract. Checks claims for extras. Organizes, supervises, and directs work of department crews Fourteen years. 1 Makes decisions in field when plans or contracts require alteration. Selects, disciplines, and terminates staff except for engineers. 8 Work governed by departmental policy and established priorities. Must also consider relations with municipalities, agencies, and individuals affected by construction programs. 6 Responsible for quality and quantity of work of a technically oriented work force. Fifty engineering, technical, clerical, construction, and maintenance personnel. 4 procedures. Plans production activities to meet sales requirements. Analyzes and corrects offstandard conditions in conjunction with laboratory specialists and other technical assistance. Directs continuing studies to improve quality, better productivity, and eliminate unplanned shutdowns Fifteen years. 11 Within limitations of plant operating policies, is accountable for quality, cost, safety and personnel. Has considerable latitude in technical decision-making. 9 Work is carried out within broad guidelines. Looks to Plant Manager for direction on administrative matters. 6 Co-ordinates production programs and directs use of materials, equipment, and personnel. Makes recommendations on selection, discipline, and remuneration of technical staff. 4 Engineering, technical, and production staff of sixty. - - Conducts investigations and evaluations, prepares reports, makes recommendations, develops designs, writes specifications, and provides expert testimony on matters within field of specialization. Keeps up to date in field, contributes to the literature, and participates in technical meetings. 1 Ph.D. 1 Twelve years. 9 Advice and recommendations are usually regarded as authoritative. Financial commitments, except for minor amounts, are subject to approval. 9 Technical decisions usually arrived at through consultation and agreement. Matters of administration are normally referred for advice and/or decision. 6 Provides authoritative advice to other staff. Heads a small group of engineers and technologists. Six persons. 8 Use of Professional Regularly. 1 1 Job Environment Considerable exposure to bad Good plant and office Some exposure to bad weather weather on field trips. conditions. on field trips. 1 Absence from Base Two to three days a week; much Seldom absent. One to two days a week; much driving. driving. 1 Accident and Much care required on highway Fire is a danger in the plant. Care is required in highway Health Hazards driving. Little chance of involvement. driving, particularly at night TOTAL POINTS 6 8

4 Summary Project Manager Chief Engineer Plant Manager Administrative work in the management of the engineering division of a major construction company with responsibility for engineering procedures, estimates, and contracts. Annual operating budget approaches $1M. Engineering work at a senior level. Work involves responsibility for directing the construction usually of several projects of major importance. Assignments require extensive familiarity with several broad fields of engineering. Working through several subordinate project engineers, sees that work of contractors is properly carried out, coordinated, and expedited. Liaises with designers on major difficulties and on matters which may delay project completion. Directs studies aimed at improving and techniques and procedures of the company in its specialized field. Counsels section heads and sees to the timely production of construction bids and contract documents. Administrative work in the management of a manufacturing plant with sales of engineered products in excess of $M annually. Responsible for production, research, development, engineering, and personnel functions to meet company objectives. Limited responsibility for marketing and financial administration. Establishes plant operating policies. confers with customers, suppliers, engineering consultants, and community leaders. Counsels department heads. Deals with union management problems. Effects co-ordination on a wide scale M.Sc. M.Eng. No degree, but accepted for registration Fourteen years. Twenty years. Twenty-five years Decisions may involve Approves bids on jobs up to Responsible for administration of substantial sums of money and $1,; recommends all approved operating and capital must usually be made quickly others. Reviews and evaluates budgets. Makes important with little time for consultation. technical work. Selects, technical decisions. Errors in Recommendations carry discipline, and terminates staff. judgment could cause grave considerable weight. losses Works within the constraints of Work is checked largely through Work is reviewed against policies covering the company s consultation and agreement with previously established engineering activities. Major others rather than by directives production and financial goals. technical decisions made in from superiors. Operations are conducted within consultation with design. limitations of over-all policies Plans and directs the work of Plans, organizes, directs, and Sets up standards of project engineers, technicians, supervises work of unit with full performance, co-ordinates and clerks. responsibility for quality and operations and activities, quantity of work, costs, and evaluates performance, and sees methods. that policies and programs are carried out. 6 6 Scope Twenty-five persons. Fifty engineering, technical, and One Hundred and twenty-five clerical personnel. staff and plant personnel. 2 4 Use of Professional Job Environment Some exposure to bad weather Good office conditions with Good office conditions. on field trips. occasional field trips. Absence from Base One to two days a week. Two to five days a month. Infrequent absences. Accident and Minor accident hazards Little exposure. Little exposure. Health Hazards encountered on field trips. TOTAL POINTS

5 Junior Geoscientist Senior Geoscientist Geoscience Manager Assists in the accumulation, Conducts special geoscience Managers a large staff administers analysis and interpretation of studies and makes and coordinates several geological, geophysical, or recommendations based on the professional, sub-professional geochemical data. Keeps up to findings. Conducts geological, and/or mechanical trades date on current activities in the geophysical, or geochemical functions. industry. investigations on problems that have been approved for study. May carry out programs necessary for the development of proven and Maintains appropriate databases. Suggests field or laboratory programs Makes field studies as assigned and prepares both surface and subsurface maps. Performs laboratory examinations of samples and cores in relation to field studies. Assists with the accumulations and analysis of geoscience data for an exploratory and/or drilling program. semi-proven discoveries. Prepares and reviews with senior personnel, recommendations for special geological, geophysical, or geochemical studies which may involve recommendations for property acquisition or exploratory drilling. Assists in making economic analyses or other comparable evaluations relevant to further planning decisions. Collaborates with other company personnel as appropriate in matters o f mutual interest. Maintains contacts with external geoscience personnel, associations and others. - - Works independently on broad, general assignments with responsibility for planning associates activities, limited only by company policy. Participates in establishing objectives and basic operating policies. Devises ways of reaching program objectives in the most economical manner and of meeting any unusual conditions affecting work progress. Conducts the normal administrative functions related to position. Acts as engineering/ geoscience consultant and advisor to the organization. Develops and maintains top-level contacts inside and outside the company. 1 6 Fourteen years. 1 Makes responsible decisions without reference to superiors. Implements approved major programs involving expenditures of large sums of money. Errors in judgment could cause grave losses Two years. Four years. 4 Recommendations limited to the Recommendations are usually solution of immediate problems based on operational experience relating to a phase of a project. and are relied upon as sound and Decisions related to the selection authoritative within the scope of of data and the application of an assignment. Errors of techniques. Such judgment are judgment could have significant normally made by following financial consequences. established guidelines and practice. Refers unusual problems to more senior geoscientists. 12 Work is assigned in detail and the Work not generally supervised in Work is reviewed for incumbent works under close detail. Consultation with more accomplishment, adherence to supervision. Work is normally senior geoscientists is available company policy and coordination checked for accuracy and when required. with other phases of company s completeness. operations. 4 8 May check the work of one or two May guide the work of several Makes decisions regarding the more junior geoscientists and more junior geoscientists and/or selection, development rating, assist them with the application of technologists when they are discipline and termination of staff. standard techniques and the assigned to the same project. Reviews and evaluates technical interpretation of data. work. Selects, schedules, and coordinates to attain program objectives. 2 6 Scope No continuing responsibilities. No continuing responsibilities. Geoscience, technical, and support staff of fifty-five. Use of Professional Frequently used Job Environment Average laboratory conditions. Average laboratory. Office and comparable. Absence from Base Occasional. Occasional. Occasional. Accident and Health Minor accident hazards on field Minor accident hazards on field Little exposure. Hazards trips. trip. TOTAL POINTS