Occupation
Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Implement production processes and operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition. Operate advanced microscopy equipment to manipulate nanoscale objects. Work under the supervision of nanoengineering staff.
$66,120 medianBelow-avg outlookBachelor's typical
O*NET 31.0 · 17-3026.01
A typical week, in the words of people in the job
- 01Maintain accurate record or batch-record documentation of nanoproduction.
- 02Calibrate nanotechnology equipment, such as weighing, testing, or production equipment.
- 03Maintain work area according to cleanroom or other processing standards.
- 04Repair nanotechnology processing or testing equipment or submit work orders for equipment repair.
- 05Assist nanoscientists or engineers in processing or characterizing materials according to physical or chemical properties.
- 06Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.
- 07Operate nanotechnology compounding, testing, processing, or production equipment in accordance with appropriate standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, hazardous material restrictions, or health and safety requirements.
- 08Monitor hazardous waste cleanup procedures to ensure proper application of nanocomposites or accomplishment of objectives.
- 09Monitor equipment during operation to ensure adherence to specifications for characteristics such as pressure, temperature, or flow.
- 10Measure or mix chemicals or compounds in accordance with detailed instructions or formulas.
- 11Inspect or measure thin films of carbon nanotubes, polymers, or inorganic coatings, using a variety of techniques or analytical tools.
- 12Produce images or measurements, using tools or techniques such as atomic force microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, optical microscopy, particle size analysis, or zeta potential analysis.
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What the posting will be called
Nanofabrication SpecialistProcess Engineering Technician (Process Engineering Tech)R and D Engineer (Research and Development Engineer)Research Lab Associate (Research Laboratory Associate)Engineering Technician (Engineering Tech)Lab Technician (Laboratory Technician)Research ScientistResearch SpecialistResearch Technician (Research Tech)Scientific Research Associate
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Knowledge the job leans on
Engineering and TechnologyEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsChemistryMathematicsEducation and TrainingPhysicsProduction and Processing
Skills that carry over from service
Complex Problem SolvingOperations MonitoringSystems AnalysisTroubleshootingJudgment and Decision MakingRepairingOperation and ControlEquipment Maintenance