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
medical device engineering technician
ESCO occupation · 34 essential, 47 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
manufacture medical devices
record test data
read engineering drawings
conduct routine machinery checks
prepare production prototypes
medical devices materials
maintain medical devices
test medical devices
install pneumatic systems
biomedical engineering
fasten components
electrical wiring plans
align components
operate scientific measuring equipment
liaise with engineers
medical device test procedures
inspect quality of products
pneumatics
resolve equipment malfunctions
medical devices
assist scientific research
install electrical and electronic equipment
mechanics
wear cleanroom suit
consult technical resources
repair medical devices
electricity
use measurement instruments
perform maintenance on installed equipment
perform test run
medical device regulations
use testing equipment
adjust engineering designs
design drawings
Optional & specialised skills
biomedical science
perform risk analysis
human anatomy
hydraulics
integrate new products in manufacturing
provide customer information related to repairs
quality standards
use CAM software
CAD software
write technical reports
inform about the legal aspects of the medical device presented
use a computer
estimate restoration costs
monitor machine operations
firmware
use precision tools
order supplies
finish medical devices
advise on medical device features
keep records of work progress
prepare compliance documents
apply technical communication skills
CAE software
perform ICT troubleshooting
manipulate medical devices' materials
manage inspections of equipment
apply soldering techniques
medical imaging technology
operate soldering equipment
radiation physics in healthcare
mechanical engineering
operate precision machinery
electronics
electrical engineering
write inspection reports
assemble machines
negotiate sales contracts
biomedical techniques
operate welding equipment
program firmware
provide technical documentation
mechatronics
solder electronics
diagnostic radiology
biotechnology
advise on safety improvements
write records for repairs
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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.