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What Does it Take to Be a Nanotechnology Engineering Technician?

Example of Nanotechnology Engineering Technician Job 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.

Nanotechnology Engineering Technician Responsibilities

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.
Test nano-enabled products to determine amount of shedding or loss of nanoparticles.
Set up or execute nanoparticle experiments according to detailed instructions.
Assist nanoscientists, engineers, or technologists 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.
Measure or report toxicity of engineered nanoparticles.

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Things a Nanotechnology Engineering Technician Should Know How to Do

When polled, Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians say the following skills are most frequently used in their jobs:

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.

Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Quality Control Analysis: Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

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.

Nanofabrication Specialist
Research Scientist
Nanoscience Technician
Technical Associate
Laboratory Manager (Lab Manager)

Are There Job Opportunities for Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians?

There were about 76,800 jobs for Nanotechnology Engineering Technician in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 5.2% which is below the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 4,000 new jobs for Nanotechnology Engineering Technician by 2026. There will be an estimated 7,100 positions for Nanotechnology Engineering Technician per year.

The states with the most job growth for Nanotechnology Engineering Technician are Utah, Nevada, and Connecticut. Watch out if you plan on working in Vermont, West Virginia, or South Dakota. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Nanotechnology Engineering Technician Salary

The average yearly salary of a Nanotechnology Engineering Technician ranges between $36,120 and $98,720.

Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians who work in District of Columbia, Maryland, or Maine, make the highest salaries.

How much do Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians make in different U.S. states?

State	Annual Mean Salary
Alabama	$59,380
Alaska	$71,850
Arizona	$59,210
Arkansas	$60,310
California	$71,420
Colorado	$63,590
Connecticut	$64,510
Delaware	$51,380
District of Columbia	$92,600
Florida	$58,860
Georgia	$59,830
Hawaii	$76,070
Idaho	$55,540
Illinois	$63,760
Indiana	$58,450
Iowa	$57,620
Kansas	$65,870
Kentucky	$58,880
Louisiana	$59,930
Maine	$79,670
Maryland	$84,790
Massachusetts	$64,220
Michigan	$64,270
Minnesota	$57,440
Mississippi	$60,500
Missouri	$59,830
Montana	$59,810
Nebraska	$57,630
Nevada	$71,330
New Hampshire	$57,730
New Jersey	$75,380
New Mexico	$78,160
New York	$63,780
North Carolina	$63,600
North Dakota	$75,030
Ohio	$61,060
Oklahoma	$63,790
Oregon	$56,890
Pennsylvania	$57,210
Rhode Island	$73,240
South Carolina	$70,820
South Dakota	$51,110
Tennessee	$57,800
Texas	$66,630
Utah	$56,480
Vermont	$58,960
Virginia	$77,280
Washington	$74,810
West Virginia	$70,550
Wisconsin	$58,780
Wyoming	$67,110

What Tools & Technology do Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians Use?

Below is a list of the types of tools and technologies that Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians may use on a daily basis:

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

Becoming a Nanotechnology Engineering Technician

Individuals working as a Nanotechnology Engineering Technician have obtained the following education levels:

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Who Employs Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians?

The table below shows the approximate number of Nanotechnology Engineering Technicians employed by various industries.

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