Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor hazardous waste cleanup procedures to ensure proper application of nanocomposites or accomplishment of objectives.
• Analyze the life cycle of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products to determine environmental impact.
• Repair nanotechnology processing or testing equipment or submit work orders for equipment repair.
• Compare the performance or environmental impact of nanomaterials by nanoparticle size, shape, or organization.
• Prepare detailed verbal or written presentations for scientists, engineers, project managers, or upper management.
• Collect or compile nanotechnology research or engineering data.
• Maintain accurate record or batch-record documentation of nanoproduction.
• Contribute written material or data for grant or patent applications.
• Assist nanoscientists or engineers in writing process specifications or documentation.
• Measure emission of nanodust or nanoparticles during nanocomposite or other nano-scale production processes, using systems such as aerosol detection systems.
• Assemble components, using techniques such as interference fitting, solvent bonding, adhesive bonding, heat sealing, or ultrasonic welding.
• 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.
• Measure or mix chemicals or compounds in accordance with detailed instructions or formulas.
• Perform functional tests of nano-enhanced assemblies, components, or systems, using equipment such as torque gauges or conductivity meters.
• Maintain work area according to cleanroom or other processing standards.
• Calibrate nanotechnology equipment, such as weighing, testing, or production equipment.
• 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.
• Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.
• Monitor equipment during operation to ensure adherence to specifications for characteristics such as pressure, temperature, or flow.
• Prepare capability data, training materials, or other documentation for transfer of processes to production.
• Process nanoparticles or nanostructures, using technologies such as ultraviolet radiation, microwave energy, or catalysis.
• Implement new or enhanced methods or processes for the processing, testing, or manufacture of nanotechnology materials or products.
• Inspect or measure thin films of carbon nanotubes, polymers, or inorganic coatings, using a variety of techniques or analytical tools.
• Assist nanoscientists or engineers in processing or characterizing materials according to physical or chemical properties.
• Develop or modify wet chemical or industrial laboratory experimental techniques for nanoscale use.