Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary in Chicago, IL

Common tasks

• 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.
• Maintain accurate record or batch-record documentation of nanoproduction.
• Calibrate nanotechnology equipment, such as weighing, testing, or production equipment.
• Maintain work area according to cleanroom or other processing standards.
• Repair nanotechnology processing or testing equipment or submit work orders for equipment repair.
• Assist nanoscientists or engineers in processing or characterizing materials according to physical or chemical properties.
• Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.
• 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.
• Monitor hazardous waste cleanup procedures to ensure proper application of nanocomposites or accomplishment of objectives.
• Monitor equipment during operation to ensure adherence to specifications for characteristics such as pressure, temperature, or flow.