How do they match: Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians

  • Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians

  • Process Engineering Technician

  • 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.

  • Process nanoparticles or nanostructures, using technologies such as ultraviolet radiation, microwave energy, or catalysis.
  • Produce images or measurements, using tools or techniques such as atomic force microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, optical microscopy, particle size analysis, or zeta potential analysis.
  • Analyze the life cycle of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products to determine environmental impact.
  • Assist nanoscientists or engineers in processing or characterizing materials according to physical or chemical properties.
  • Assist nanoscientists or engineers in writing process specifications or documentation.
  • Calibrate nanotechnology equipment, such as weighing, testing, or production equipment.
  • Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.
  • Implement new or enhanced methods or processes for the processing, testing, or manufacture of nanotechnology materials or products.
  • Maintain work area according to cleanroom or other processing standards.
  • Measure emission of nanodust or nanoparticles during nanocomposite or other nano-scale production processes, using systems such as aerosol detection systems.
  • Operate 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.
  • Perform functional tests of nano-enhanced assemblies, components, or systems, using equipment such as torque gauges or conductivity meters.
  • Prepare capability data, training materials, or other documentation for transfer of processes to production.
  • Repair nanotechnology processing or testing equipment or submit work orders for equipment repair.

  • Implement design or process improvements.
  • Maintain operational records or records systems.
  • Monitor processes for compliance with standards.
  • Operate precision equipment to control microscopic or nanoscopic processes.
  • Prepare materials for processing.
  • Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.