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
lathe and turning machine operator
ESCO occupation · 28 essential, 33 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
quality standards
use CAM software
CADD software
dispose of cutting waste material
use CAD software
statistical process control
CAD software
read standard blueprints
interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances
consult technical resources
remove inadequate workpieces
trigonometry
set up the controller of a machine
monitor automated machines
CAM software
remove processed workpiece
perform test run
manufacturing processes
supply machine
quality and cycle time optimisation
use automatic programming
ensure equipment availability
troubleshoot
CAE software
perform machine maintenance
operate precision measuring equipment
apply control process statistical methods
geometry
Optional & specialised skills
manufacturing of metal containers
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
supply machine with appropriate tools
manufacturing of cutlery
types of metal manufacturing processes
manufacturing of tools
keep records of work progress
mechanics
non-ferrous metal processing
manufacturing of metal structures
manufacturing of heating equipment
inspect quality of products
procure mechanical machinery
manufacturing of door furniture from metal
work ergonomically
manufacturing of steam generators
electrical engineering
manufacturing of metal household articles
record production data for quality control
manufacturing of doors from metal
manufacturing of metal assembly products
ferrous metal processing
types of metal
cutting technologies
liaise with managers
monitor stock level
manufacturing of light metal packaging
maintain mechanical equipment
mark processed workpiece
provide advice to technicians
tend computer numerical control lathe machine
program a CNC controller
manufacturing of steel drums and similar containers
Other matches: metal planer operator · woodturner · screw machine operator · veneer slicer operator · metalworking lathe 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.