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
hydropower technician
ESCO occupation · 23 essential, 20 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
engineering processes
perform risk analysis
operate scientific measuring equipment
apply health and safety standards
design electric power systems
electrical power safety regulations
electric generators
manage engineering project
energy
energy transformation
environmental engineering
electricity
promote innovative infrastructure design
oceanography
energy efficiency
use technical drawing software
renewable energy technologies
monitor electric generators
maintain electrical equipment
technical drawings
adjust engineering designs
energy performance of buildings
troubleshoot
Optional & specialised skills
inspect facility sites
conduct engineering site audits
promote sustainable energy
replace large components
promote environmental awareness
perform project management
draw blueprints
research ocean energy projects
ensure safety in electrical power operations
wear appropriate protective gear
maintain records of maintenance interventions
perform scientific research
promote sustainability
mechanical engineering
coordinate electricity generation
scientific research methodology
perform minor repairs to equipment
automation technology
power engineering
resolve equipment malfunctions
Other matches: hydroelectric plant operator · hydropower engineer · veterinary technician · computer hardware engineering technician · metallurgical 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.