Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists
SOC: 17-3029.11 · Job Zone 4 (Considerable preparation)
Implement production processes for nanoscale designs to produce 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.
Task Breakdown
17 tasks analyzed
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.
Supervise or provide technical direction to technicians engaged in nanotechnology research or production.
Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.
Collect or compile nanotechnology research or engineering data.
Monitor hazardous waste cleanup procedures to ensure proper application of nanocomposites or accomplishment of objectives.
Contribute written material or data for grant or patent applications.
Inspect or measure thin films of carbon nanotubes, polymers, or inorganic coatings, using a variety of techniques or analytical tools.
Mix raw materials or catalysts to manufacture nanoparticles according to specifications, ensuring proper particle size, shape, or organization.
Develop or modify wet chemical or industrial laboratory experimental techniques for nanoscale use.
Compare the performance or environmental impact of nanomaterials by nanoparticle size, shape, or organization.
Process nanoparticles or nanostructures, using technologies such as ultraviolet radiation, microwave energy, or catalysis.
Prepare detailed verbal or written presentations for scientists, engineers, project managers, or upper management.
Implement new or enhanced methods or processes for the processing, testing, or manufacture of nanotechnology materials or products.
Install nanotechnology production equipment at customer or manufacturing sites.
Prepare capability data, training materials, or other documentation for transfer of processes to production.
Analyze the life cycle of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products to determine environmental impact.
Capture nanoparticle contaminants, using techniques such as electrical fields or electrospinning.
| Task | Category | AI Capability | Risk Score | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | Non-Routine Analytical | - | - | 10% |
| Supervise or provide technical direction to technicians engaged in nanotechnology research or production. | Non-Routine Interpersonal | - | - | 8% |
| Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems. | Non-Routine Analytical | - | - | 10% |
| Collect or compile nanotechnology research or engineering data. | Routine Cognitive | - | - | 8% |
| Monitor hazardous waste cleanup procedures to ensure proper application of nanocomposites or accomplishment of objectives. | Routine Cognitive | - | - | 4% |
| Contribute written material or data for grant or patent applications. | Non-Routine Analytical | - | - | 5% |
| Inspect or measure thin films of carbon nanotubes, polymers, or inorganic coatings, using a variety of techniques or analytical tools. | Non-Routine Analytical | - | - | 8% |
| Mix raw materials or catalysts to manufacture nanoparticles according to specifications, ensuring proper particle size, shape, or organization. | Routine Manual | - | - | 6% |
| Develop or modify wet chemical or industrial laboratory experimental techniques for nanoscale use. | Non-Routine Analytical | - | - | 6% |
| Compare the performance or environmental impact of nanomaterials by nanoparticle size, shape, or organization. | Non-Routine Analytical | - | - | 5% |
| Process nanoparticles or nanostructures, using technologies such as ultraviolet radiation, microwave energy, or catalysis. | Routine Manual | - | - | 6% |
| Prepare detailed verbal or written presentations for scientists, engineers, project managers, or upper management. | Non-Routine Interpersonal | - | - | 5% |
| Implement new or enhanced methods or processes for the processing, testing, or manufacture of nanotechnology materials or products. | Non-Routine Analytical | - | - | 5% |
| Install nanotechnology production equipment at customer or manufacturing sites. | Non-Routine Manual | - | - | 3% |
| Prepare capability data, training materials, or other documentation for transfer of processes to production. | Routine Cognitive | - | - | 4% |
| Analyze the life cycle of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products to determine environmental impact. | Non-Routine Analytical | - | - | 4% |
| Capture nanoparticle contaminants, using techniques such as electrical fields or electrospinning. | Routine Manual | - | - | 3% |
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