Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
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Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
plasma cutting machine operator
ESCO occupation · 17 essential, 27 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
perform test run
types of metal
consult technical resources
apply cross-reference tools for product identification
troubleshoot
operate precision measuring equipment
monitor automated machines
ensure equipment availability
remove processed workpiece
dispose of cutting waste material
plasma torches
remove inadequate workpieces
set up the controller of a machine
supply machine
tend plasma cutting machine
wear appropriate protective gear
quality standards
Optional & specialised skills
manufacturing of cutlery
interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances
program a CNC controller
replace machines
keep records of work progress
electrical engineering
read standard blueprints
monitor stock level
apply control process statistical methods
provide advice to technicians
manufacturing of metal containers
mark processed workpiece
quality and cycle time optimisation
ferrous metal processing
record production data for quality control
inspect quality of products
manufacturing of doors from metal
use CAM software
manufacturing of door furniture from metal
cutting technologies
manufacturing of steam generators
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
perform product testing
maintain mechanical equipment
manufacturing of heating equipment
types of metal manufacturing processes
statistical process control
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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.