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
marine engineering technician
ESCO occupation · 17 essential, 30 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
ICT software specifications
mechanics of vessels
physics
multimedia systems
mathematics
read engineering drawings
mechanics
execute analytical mathematical calculations
engineering principles
ensure vessel compliance with regulations
engineering processes
use a computer
CAE software
adjust engineering designs
liaise with engineers
material mechanics
troubleshoot
Optional & specialised skills
perform physical stress tests on models
record test data
perform test run
follow production schedule
write inspection reports
CAD software
guarantee customer satisfaction
stealth technology
product data management
analyse production processes for improvement
order supplies
disassemble equipment
manage supplies
guidance, navigation and control
synthetic natural environment
re-assemble engines
manage health and safety standards
calibrate electronic instruments
analyse stress resistance of products
disassemble engines
write stress analysis reports
use testing equipment
position engine on test stand
fluid mechanics
use CAD software
assess operating cost
operate precision measuring equipment
plan manufacturing processes
oversee quality control
ensure equipment availability
Other matches: marine chief engineer · marine electronics technician · marine engineering drafter · marine firefighter · hydropower 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.