Demo

Instrument Machinist

Fermi Research Alliance, LLC
Batavia, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

The expected hiring range for this position is:

$32.36-$42.78.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position is not available for relocation assistance, sponsorship assistance and referral bonus program.

About the Role:
Fermilab's Machine Shop Department is seeking a full-time Instrument Machinist to join the team. Under general supervision, provides the provisioning of high-quality machine services in all laboratory environments.

What your day-to-day as an Instrument Machinist at Fermilab will look like:

  • Plans appropriate machining sequences to produce and assigned piece from Blueprints, sketches or verbal instructions.
  • Clarifies details of work to be done with supervisor/customer/working foreman as appropriate.
  • Sets up and operates all conventional and semi-automatic machining equipment to produce parts required within acceptable design tolerances at an acceptable cost, occasionally holding tolerances of /-.0005 inches.
  • Performs routine machine maintenance functions such as cleaning, painting or ensuring adequate supply of lubricants.
  • May have an operational knowledge of CNC machines on which work assignments may be done.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

  • High School diploma (or technical certificate or equivalent) along with 5 years of job shop experience or trade school.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Knowledge of manual machining techniques along with general job shop functions.

Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

  • Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia Office.

Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Paid time off

  • Life insurance

  • Short and Long-term disability insurance

  • Retirement benefits

  • Onsite day care

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.


Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

What To Expect Next:
We'll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.


Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/ Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply

 

Salary.com Estimation for Instrument Machinist in Batavia, IL
$77,235 to $95,931
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Instrument Machinist?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Instrument Machinist career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$48,405 - $67,662
Income Estimation: 
$58,188 - $83,648
Income Estimation: 
$71,548 - $88,918
Income Estimation: 
$83,358 - $103,871
Income Estimation: 
$56,948 - $80,607
Income Estimation: 
$76,263 - $101,711

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs with skills like those required for the Instrument Machinist.

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

  • Concept Development Skill

    • Income Estimation: $70,684 - $92,141
    • Income Estimation: $69,778 - $97,698
  • Conceptual Design Skill

    • Income Estimation: $70,684 - $92,141
    • Income Estimation: $71,252 - $93,927
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Fermi Research Alliance, LLC

  • Fermi Research Alliance, LLC Batavia, IL
  • The expected hiring range for this position is: $30.45-$39.37. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Fermi Research Alliance, LLC Batavia, IL
  • The expected hiring range for this position is: $28.30-$36.58. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Fermi Research Alliance, LLC Batavia, IL
  • The expected hiring range for this position is: $21.26-$27.49. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a... more
  • 11 Days Ago

  • Fermi Research Alliance, LLC Batavia, IL
  • The expected hiring range for this position is: $28.30-$36.58. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a... more
  • 13 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Instrument Machinist jobs in the Batavia, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • Fermilab Batavia, IL
  • The expected hiring range for this position is: $32.36-$42.78. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a... more
  • 6 Days Ago

  • Surgical Instrument Service Co., Inc. Glendale, IL
  • We are growing! Great opportunity to make a difference and join one of the best health care partners in the industry! **Multiple positions available nation... more
  • 22 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!