{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:15.315Z","occupation":{"soc":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","group":"Architecture & Engineering","sector":"54","jobZone":4,"jobZoneInferred":true},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the full career arc of engineers in multi-discipline design and construction environments, from entry-level CAD-supported documentation through executive-level practice leadership, anchored to architectural and structural engineering project delivery.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Scale drawings and basic architectural layouts — produce using computer-aided design software under direct supervision on assigned project tasks.","Technical specifications and material lists — compile from standard templates following established protocols on entry-level engineering assignments.","Client functional requirements — document through structured interviews and note-taking under the guidance of a senior engineer.","Construction plan components — identify and label correctly while assisting in the preparation of final documentation packages.","Engineering mathematics — apply foundational calculations to verify dimensions and quantities on routine design tasks.","Reading Comprehension — interpret technical specifications, codes, and project briefs to extract relevant design parameters on supervised assignments.","Document management software — organize and store project files, drawings, and correspondence according to department filing standards.","Aesthetic representations — draft preliminary visual elements of structures using graphics or desktop publishing software under direction.","Engineering principles — recognize applicable physics and mechanical concepts when reviewing design details with a project team.","Written reports — prepare structured summaries of design progress and basic cost estimates following provided formats for supervisor review."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Final construction plans — develop and revise with integrated aesthetic representations using CAD tools on mid-complexity building projects with reduced oversight.","Scale drawings and architectural designs — produce independently using computer-aided design software, incorporating client feedback and applicable building codes.","Client consultations — conduct structured meetings to determine spatial and functional requirements, translating outcomes into design briefs with moderate supervision.","Material and equipment specifications — prepare comprehensive documentation including color schedules and estimated costs for standard construction projects.","Complex problem solving — analyze design conflicts between structural, mechanical, and aesthetic requirements and propose viable solutions in familiar project contexts.","Database software — query and maintain project records, material libraries, and cost databases to support design decision-making on active assignments.","Engineering mathematics — apply intermediate calculations for load, dimension, and material quantity estimation across routine and moderately complex designs.","Technical writing — produce clear specifications, design rationale reports, and progress documentation suitable for client and contractor audiences.","Interdisciplinary coordination — communicate design intent effectively to architects, contractors, and subcontractors during construction document phases.","Judgment and decision making — evaluate design alternatives against cost, code, and client criteria to select preferred solutions on standard projects."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Final construction plans — autonomously develop complete packages including aesthetic representations, structural details, and annotated specifications for complex multi-discipline projects.","Architectural and engineering designs — prepare and validate across full project scope using advanced CAD and BIM tools, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.","Client requirements — independently elicit, analyse, and reconcile conflicting functional, spatial, and budget constraints through expert-level consultation across diverse project types.","Estimated costs and design specifications — produce detailed, defensible documentation covering materials, equipment, and construction methods for owner and regulatory review.","Non-routine design challenges — resolve through systematic critical thinking, integrating physics, mechanical, and production-processing knowledge on high-stakes engineering problems.","Deductive and inductive reasoning — apply to evaluate design assumptions, identify latent risks, and validate engineering solutions before construction documentation is finalized.","Development environment and graphics software — leverage advanced tool capabilities to automate drawing production, improve accuracy, and reduce project delivery timelines.","Cross-functional communication — articulate complex engineering concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, regulators, and executives through written reports and oral presentations.","Problem sensitivity — proactively identify emerging design, safety, or constructability issues during project reviews and recommend corrective action before they escalate.","Quality assurance — conduct thorough peer reviews of drawings, specifications, and cost estimates to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory conformance on all deliverables."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational design standards — establish and continuously improve firmwide CAD, documentation, and specification protocols that elevate quality across all engineering projects.","Strategic client relationships — lead executive-level consultations to define program requirements, project vision, and long-term facility strategies for major institutional and commercial clients.","Final construction plan frameworks — set methodological standards for plan development, aesthetic integration, and structural detailing adopted across multiple concurrent project teams.","Talent development — mentor and assess engineers at all levels, designing structured learning pathways aligned to evolving industry tools, codes, and practice standards.","Complex problem resolution — lead multi-disciplinary teams in diagnosing and resolving high-consequence engineering failures or design breakdowns under executive accountability.","Innovation leadership — drive adoption of emerging design technologies, computational engineering tools, and sustainable material strategies across the practice.","Organizational risk management — develop and enforce engineering judgment frameworks and decision-making governance to protect firm, client, and public interests on large-scale projects.","Cross-sector knowledge integration — synthesize expertise across engineering and technology, physics, and production-processing domains to guide novel project typologies with no precedent.","Thought leadership — author industry publications, present at professional conferences, and contribute to code development bodies to advance the engineering profession.","Firmwide project delivery — oversee portfolio-level cost, schedule, and quality performance, accountable for the engineering integrity of all design and construction documentation produced by the organization."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}