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
precision instrument assembler
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 24 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
blueprints
precision measuring instruments
wear appropriate protective gear
precision mechanics
calibrate precision instrument
pack goods
set tolerances
apply health and safety standards
instrument performance elements
assemble instrumentation equipment
test instrumentation equipment
monitor manufacturing quality standards
operate precision measuring equipment
read assembly drawings
report defective manufacturing materials
instrumentation equipment
instrumentation engineering
quality standards
read standard blueprints
Optional & specialised skills
electromechanics
use wrenches
carry out measurements of parts
ensure conformity to specifications
align components
remove defective products
assemble measuring equipment
metallurgy
inspect quality of products
resolve equipment malfunctions
fasten components
meet deadlines
replace defect components
electronics
use power tools
keep records of work progress
adjust manufacturing equipment
use hand tools
operate soldering equipment
precision engineering
automation technology
electrical equipment regulations
maintain electronic equipment
electronic equipment standards
Other matches: dental instrument assembler · precision device inspector · wind musical instrument maker · industrial machinery assembler · optical instrument assembler
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.