Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 36,120 - 98,720; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is looking for a Nanotechnology Engineering Technician in the United States. The role involves operating commercial-scale production equipment and measuring the emissions of nanodust or nanoparticles during production processes. You will also inspect nanotechnology work products for quality adherence, maintain accurate records, and compile reports. The average yearly salary for this position ranges from $36,120 to $98,720, with higher salaries in certain states.

Responsibilities

• Measure emission of nanodust or nanoparticles during production.
• Report toxicity of engineered nanoparticles.
• Inspect work products for quality or specifications.
• Maintain accurate documentation of nanoproduction.
• Record test results in logs or software.
• Prepare reports on nanotechnology experiments.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Monitoring

Quality Control Analysis

Operation Monitoring

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Windows

Computer aided design (CAD) software

Simulation software

Image analysis software

Optical imaging systems

SPMLab

Job description

Nanotechnology Engineering Technician

Operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of molecular or macromolecular composition. Work under the supervision of engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Measure emission of nanodust or nanoparticles during nanocomposite or other nano-scale production processes, using systems such as aerosol detection systems.
• Measure or report toxicity of engineered nanoparticles.
• Inspect nanotechnology work products to ensure quality or adherence to specifications.
• Maintain accurate record or batch-record documentation of nanoproduction.
• Record nanotechnology test results in logs, laboratory notebooks, or spreadsheet software.
• Compile information or prepare reports on nanotechnology experiments or applications.

Key Skills

• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Quality Control Analysis: Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Related Job Titles

• Technical Associate
• Cleanroom Technician
• Process Engineering Technician
• Laboratory Manager (Lab Manager)
• Microfabrication Engineer Manager

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Windows
• Computer aided design (CAD) software
• Simulation software
• Image analysis software
• Optical imaging systems
• SPMLab

Salary Range

The average yearly salary of a Nanotechnology Engineering Technician ranges between $36,120 and $98,720. Highest salaries are found in District of Columbia, Maryland, and Maine.