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
laser cutting machine operator
ESCO occupation · 26 essential, 37 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
read standard blueprints
supply machine
dispose of cutting waste material
use CAM software
CAM software
types of metal
consult technical resources
quality and cycle time optimisation
laser types
wear appropriate protective gear
statistical process control
remove inadequate workpieces
apply control process statistical methods
operate precision measuring equipment
perform machine maintenance
troubleshoot
set up the controller of a machine
remove processed workpiece
supply machine with appropriate tools
perform test run
manufacturing processes
use automatic programming
monitor automated machines
quality standards
ensure equipment availability
interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances
Optional & specialised skills
procure mechanical machinery
manufacturing of metal structures
manufacturing of heating equipment
manufacturing of metal containers
cutting technologies
mark processed workpiece
mechanics
CAE software
types of metal manufacturing processes
provide advice to technicians
inspect quality of products
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
tend CNC laser cutting machine
manufacturing of door furniture from metal
non-ferrous metal processing
monitor stock level
manufacturing of sports equipment
liaise with managers
geometry
use CAD software
manufacturing of doors from metal
work ergonomically
CADD software
record production data for quality control
manufacturing of daily use goods
manufacturing of cutlery
trigonometry
maintain mechanical equipment
program a CNC controller
CAD software
electrical engineering
manufacturing of jewellery
manufacturing of steam generators
keep records of work progress
manufacturing of light metal packaging
ferrous metal processing
manufacturing of steel drums and similar containers
Other matches: laser marking machine operator · laser beam welder · automated cutting machine operator · paper cutter operator · punch press 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.