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
microelectronics engineering technician
ESCO occupation · 25 essential, 24 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
test microelectronics
solder electronics
prepare production prototypes
circuit diagrams
microprocessors
read assembly drawings
electronics
inspect quality of products
align components
read engineering drawings
adjust engineering designs
wear cleanroom suit
electronic test procedures
assemble microelectronics
liaise with engineers
electronic equipment standards
record test data
microelectronics
design drawings
integrated circuits
microsensors
meet deadlines
fasten components
microassembly
assist scientific research
Optional & specialised skills
surface-mount technology
monitor machine operations
firmware
consumer electronics
use CAM software
write technical reports
operate precision measuring equipment
precision measuring instruments
solder components onto electronic board
program firmware
CAD software
MOEM
integrate new products in manufacturing
microelectromechanical systems
apply technical communication skills
operate SMT placement equipment
operate precision machinery
electrical engineering
keep records of work progress
use precision tools
resolve equipment malfunctions
CAE software
microsystem test procedures
maintain microelectronics
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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.