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
tooling engineer
ESCO occupation · 29 essential, 24 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
ICT software specifications
use technical drawing software
physics
create a product's virtual model
build a product's physical model
industrial engineering
reverse engineering
technical drawings
use computer-aided engineering systems
read engineering drawings
adjust engineering designs
perform scientific research
determine production feasibility
engineering principles
production processes
mathematics
execute analytical mathematical calculations
estimate duration of work
approve engineering design
provide cost benefit analysis reports
CAD software
use a computer
use CAD software
quality and cycle time optimisation
multimedia systems
CAE software
engineering processes
manufacturing processes
mechanics
Optional & specialised skills
set production facilities standards
3D modelling
design prototypes
communicate with customers
manage supplies
plan allocation of space
ensure compliance with environmental legislation
render 3D images
perform market research
plan manufacturing processes
determine production capacity
operate precision measuring equipment
analyse production processes for improvement
monitor production developments
electromechanics
material mechanics
liaise with engineers
set up the controller of a machine
manage health and safety standards
advise customers on new equipment
use CAM software
provide advice to technicians
attend trade fairs
train employees
Other matches: fitter and turner · industrial tool design engineer · deburring machine operator · engine designer · aircraft gas turbine engine overhaul 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.