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
automation engineering technician
ESCO occupation · 24 essential, 21 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
computer engineering
mechatronics
liaise with engineers
quality standards
assist scientific research
install automation components
control engineering
circuit diagrams
inspect quality of products
perform test run
set up machine controls
design drawings
microprocessors
record test data
mechanical engineering
adjust engineering designs
fasten components
prepare production prototypes
read engineering drawings
align components
monitor automated machines
assemble machines
automation technology
electrical engineering
Optional & specialised skills
program a CNC controller
program firmware
install software
apply technical communication skills
follow safety standards in industrial contexts
programmable logic controller
customise software for drive system
use CAM software
keep records of work progress
replace machines
robotics
resolve equipment malfunctions
set up automotive robot
integrate new products in manufacturing
install hardware
CAD software
CAE software
maintain control systems for automated equipment
write technical reports
firmware
follow work schedule
Other matches: robotics engineering technician · electronics and automation vocational teacher · product development engineering technician · computer hardware engineering technician · automated fly bar operator
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.