What does a Nanotechnology Engineering Technician do?

According to people in this career, the main tasks are...

TaskImportance
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.
88%
Maintain accurate record or batch-record documentation of nanoproduction.
87%
Calibrate nanotechnology equipment, such as weighing, testing, or production equipment.
85%
Maintain work area according to cleanroom or other processing standards.
84%
Repair nanotechnology processing or testing equipment or submit work orders for equipment repair.
81%
Assist nanoscientists or engineers in processing or characterizing materials according to physical or chemical properties.
81%
Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.
81%
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.
81%
Monitor hazardous waste cleanup procedures to ensure proper application of nanocomposites or accomplishment of objectives.
80%
Monitor equipment during operation to ensure adherence to specifications for characteristics such as pressure, temperature, or flow.
80%
Measure or mix chemicals or compounds in accordance with detailed instructions or formulas.
77%
Inspect or measure thin films of carbon nanotubes, polymers, or inorganic coatings, using a variety of techniques or analytical tools.
76%
Prepare capability data, training materials, or other documentation for transfer of processes to production.
74%
Collect or compile nanotechnology research or engineering data.
73%
Prepare detailed verbal or written presentations for scientists, engineers, project managers, or upper management.
72%
Measure emission of nanodust or nanoparticles during nanocomposite or other nano-scale production processes, using systems such as aerosol detection systems.
70%
Contribute written material or data for grant or patent applications.
70%
Implement new or enhanced methods or processes for the processing, testing, or manufacture of nanotechnology materials or products.
68%
Develop or modify wet chemical or industrial laboratory experimental techniques for nanoscale use.
68%
Perform functional tests of nano-enhanced assemblies, components, or systems, using equipment such as torque gauges or conductivity meters.
68%
Assist nanoscientists or engineers in writing process specifications or documentation.
67%
Compare the performance or environmental impact of nanomaterials by nanoparticle size, shape, or organization.
65%
Process nanoparticles or nanostructures, using technologies such as ultraviolet radiation, microwave energy, or catalysis.
62%
Assemble components, using techniques such as interference fitting, solvent bonding, adhesive bonding, heat sealing, or ultrasonic welding.
60%
Analyze the life cycle of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products to determine environmental impact.
60%