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As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for instrument development in Chicago, IL is $21.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.36 and $21.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Instrument Development vs Instrument Technician?

AspectInstrument DevelopmentInstrument Technician
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in engineering, physics, or related fieldsAssociate's degree or technical certification in instrumentation or electronics
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, R&D departments, engineering firmsManufacturing plants, maintenance facilities, field service
Job FocusDesigning, developing, and testing new instrumentsInstalling, maintaining, and repairing instruments

Instrument Development involves creating and designing new instruments, requiring engineering skills and a focus on innovation. In contrast, Instrument Technicians focus on maintaining and repairing existing instruments, often working in field or maintenance settings. Both roles are essential in the instrumentation industry but differ in their responsibilities, skills, and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Instrument Development job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 32% In-person, and 68% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,707 per year, or $21 per hour.
Staff Instrumentation Engineer

Staff Instrumentation Engineer

Brindley Engineering

Lisle, IL

$110K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
The Staff Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for reviewing client requirements and standards for new or updated process instrumentation and developing instrumentation solutions to include detailed designs, specifications, and sizing of process instrumentation, including control valves and on/off automated valves. Must be experienced with DCS and PLC systems. Must be capable of working on multiple projects. 

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
•Lead instrumentation projects and prepare project scope of work
•Attend client technical meetings and field walk-down meetings
•Develop and produce instrumentation design solutions and deliverables
•Perform selection and sizing of process instrumentation
•Generate instrumentation data, sheets, instrument sizing calculations, loop drawings, installation details, instrument lists, DCS/PLC I/O lists, and P&ID’s
•Work with piping group for in line instrumentation piping designs, level designs, flow metering straight runs and control valve stations.

Minimum Qualifications:
•Education: BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) Engineering
•Experience: Min Yr = 8+
•Licensure: P.E. Preferred
•Technical Skills: Knowledge of ISA, API, and ASME instrumentation standards
Working knowledge of SPI and instrument vendors sizing software
•Management: Experience leading small teams  and working with other disciplines
•Other Skills: Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills

Professional Development Opportunities:
•Develop instrumentation knowledge skills
•Develop instrument group deliverables and technologies to generate them
•Development of training and mentoring for internal team growth
•Development in technologies used for instrumentation designs

Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements.  Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements.  Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met.  These unique requirements may include:
•You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).
•You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
•You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.  
•You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.  
•You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces
•You may be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
•You may be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Pay Range: $110,000 - $150,000 annually
The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. 

In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO).  Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

BE participates in E-Verify. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please go to www.e-verify.gov.