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
marine electronics technician
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 25 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
clean components during assembly
apply health and safety standards
mechanics
use water navigation devices
circuit diagrams
assemble electronic units
printed circuit boards
types of maritime vessels
types of electronics
solder electronics
fasten components
read assembly drawings
align components
electrical equipment regulations
electronic equipment standards
apply soldering techniques
mechanics of vessels
integrated circuits
electronics
Optional & specialised skills
microprocessors
build electronic prototypes
wear appropriate protective gear
test electronic units
power electronics
use diagnostic tools for electronic repairs
defense system
interpret technical information for electronic repair work
programmable logic controller
calibrate electronic instruments
computer technology
check system parameters against reference values
mechatronics
perform test run
electricity
install software
install pneumatic systems
keep records of work progress
assemble printed circuit boards
repair electronic components
automation technology
install hardware
liaise with engineers
maintain electronic systems
electromechanics
Other matches: marine electrician · electronics engineering technician · vehicle electronics installer · marine engineering technician · consumer electronics repair technician
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.