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
industrial machinery mechanic
ESCO occupation · 14 essential, 21 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
electricity
electrical wiring plans
write records for repairs
pneumatics
perform test run
mechanics
use testing equipment
perform maintenance on installed equipment
resolve equipment malfunctions
secure working area
inspect industrial equipment
troubleshoot
conduct routine machinery checks
hydraulics
Optional & specialised skills
prepare compliance documents
operate industrial equipment
install pneumatic systems
manufacturing of office equipment
apply technical communication skills
operate welding equipment
manufacturing of taps and valves
dispose of hazardous waste
estimate restoration costs
install electrical and electronic equipment
perform ICT troubleshooting
order supplies
operate soldering equipment
consult technical resources
install hydraulic systems
provide customer information related to repairs
provide technical documentation
issue sales invoices
record test data
lay pipe installation
manufacturing of pumps and compressors
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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.