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What Do Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist Do?

Occupation Description 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.

Daily Life Of a Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist

  • Collect or compile nanotechnology research or engineering data.
  • Implement new or enhanced methods or processes for the processing, testing, or manufacture of nanotechnology materials or products.
  • Analyze the life cycle of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products to determine environmental impact.
  • 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.
  • Capture nanoparticle contaminants, using techniques such as electrical fields or electrospinning.
  • Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.

Things a Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist Should Know How to Do

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

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

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.

Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Mathematics: Using mathematics to solve problems.

Science: Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

  • Technical Research Scientist
  • Research Specialist
  • Staff Scientist
  • Scientific Research Associate
  • Scientist

Are There Job Opportunities for Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists?

In the United States, there were 76,800 jobs for Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist in 2016. 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 Technologist by 2026. There will be an estimated 7,100 positions for Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist per year.

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The states with the most job growth for Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist 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.

Salary for a Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist

The salary for Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists ranges between about $36,120 and $98,720 a year.

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

How much do Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists 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 do Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists Use?

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists:

  • 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

How do I Become a Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist?

Learn what Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist education requirements there are.

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What work experience do I need to become a Nanotechnology Engineering Technologist?

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Where do Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists Work?

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