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