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
non-destructive testing specialist
ESCO occupation · 10 essential, 14 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
report test findings
record test data
use testing equipment
keep records of work progress
quality standards
non-destructive testing
wear appropriate protective gear
examine civil structures
create solutions to problems
use non-destructive testing equipment
Optional & specialised skills
use ultrasonic equipment
liaise with engineers
perform liquid penetrant tests
maintain test equipment
analyse test data
calibrate electronic instruments
identify defects in concrete
develop material testing procedures
mathematics
train employees
assist scientific research
make radiographic images
lead inspections
engineering principles
Other matches: metal product quality control inspector · fire safety tester · battery test technician · flight test engineer · aircraft engine specialist
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.