How do they match: Nanosystems Engineers

  • Coordinate or supervise the work of suppliers or vendors in the designing, building, or testing of nanosystem devices, such as lenses or probes.
  • Design or conduct tests of new nanotechnology products, processes, or systems.
  • Generate high-resolution images or measure force-distance curves, using techniques such as atomic force microscopy.
  • Provide technical guidance or support to customers on topics such as nanosystem start-up, maintenance, or use.
  • Provide scientific or technical guidance or expertise to scientists, engineers, technologists, technicians, or others, using knowledge of chemical, analytical, or biological processes as applied to micro and nanoscale systems.
  • Supervise technologists or technicians engaged in nanotechnology research or production.
  • Synthesize, process, or characterize nanomaterials, using advanced tools or techniques.

  • Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
  • Develop technical methods or processes.
  • Devise research or testing protocols.
  • Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information.
  • Provide technical guidance to other personnel.
  • Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.