Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
drilling machine operator
ESCO occupation · 20 essential, 33 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
read standard blueprints
use CAM software
CAD software
operate precision measuring equipment
quality standards
perform test run
troubleshoot
interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances
dispose of cutting waste material
consult technical resources
statistical process control
CAE software
ensure equipment availability
operate drilling equipment
quality and cycle time optimisation
remove inadequate workpieces
CADD software
monitor automated machines
CAM software
supply machine
Optional & specialised skills
manufacturing of steam generators
manufacturing of doors from metal
provide advice to technicians
monitor stock level
types of metal
inspect quality of products
manufacturing of tools
manufacturing of daily use goods
manufacturing of metal structures
keep records of work progress
work ergonomically
tend CNC drilling machine
program a CNC controller
manufacturing of heating equipment
supply machine with appropriate tools
manufacturing of steel drums and similar containers
trigonometry
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
record production data for quality control
ferrous metal processing
electrical engineering
manufacturing of light metal packaging
geometry
manufacturing of metal assembly products
liaise with managers
types of metal manufacturing processes
manufacturing of sports equipment
mark processed workpiece
procure mechanical machinery
mechanics
manufacturing of metal containers
cutting technologies
maintain mechanical equipment
Other matches: stone driller · wood boring machine operator · drill press operator · computer numerical control machine operator · boring machine operator
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.