Low to No Risk

17

Moderate Risk

1

High Risk

5

Extreme Risk

2

• 1.8Operate 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.
• 1.2Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.
• 1.5Repair nanotechnology processing or testing equipment or submit work orders for equipment repair.
• 2Collect or compile nanotechnology research or engineering data.
• 2Calibrate nanotechnology equipment, such as weighing, testing, or production equipment.
• 2Monitor hazardous waste cleanup procedures to ensure proper application of nanocomposites or accomplishment of objectives.
• 1.5Contribute written material or data for grant or patent applications.
• 2.1Inspect or measure thin films of carbon nanotubes, polymers, or inorganic coatings, using a variety of techniques or analytical tools.
• 1Compare the performance or environmental impact of nanomaterials by nanoparticle size, shape, or organization.
• 1Develop or modify wet chemical or industrial laboratory experimental techniques for nanoscale use.
• 1.2Implement new or enhanced methods or processes for the processing, testing, or manufacture of nanotechnology materials or products.
• 1.5Prepare detailed verbal or written presentations for scientists, engineers, project managers, or upper management.
• 2.1Prepare capability data, training materials, or other documentation for transfer of processes to production.
• 1.2Analyze the life cycle of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products to determine environmental impact.
• 2.5Measure emission of nanodust or nanoparticles during nanocomposite or other nano-scale production processes, using systems such as aerosol detection systems.
• 1.7Assist nanoscientists or engineers in processing or characterizing materials according to physical or chemical properties.
• 2.5Assist nanoscientists or engineers in writing process specifications or documentation.

32.0% of Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians tasks can be automated with AI or robotics