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Wilmington, DE · On-site

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... Development (R&D), Technical Service and Development (TS&D), and Manufacturing. Key job ... Operate the ToF-SIMS instrument during second-shift hours, including sample loading, vacuum system ...

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Support user requirement specifications development * Must be able to work or be on-call as needed ... One or more of the below qualifications as related to Instrument Calibrations: * Successful ...

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How much do instrument development jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for instrument development in New Castle, DE is $19.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.30 and $19.81 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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Instrument Technician - Metrology

TAI

Middletown, DE

$35 - $38/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

About the Role:
Join a team that plays a critical role in supporting the reliability, accuracy, and performance of instrumentation systems within leading biopharmaceutical and life sciences facilities. As an Instrument/Calibration Technician, you will perform calibration, commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of complex equipment essential to manufacturing and laboratory operations. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of sophisticated process, utility, and control systems while helping clients maintain safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
About TAI:
TAI brings together engineering, construction, systems integration, on-site services, and technical services - combining proven execution with trusted expertise to support clients across the entire project lifecycle. Team members at TAI are capable, well-rounded, flexible, and optimistic. We have found that the best employees are the ones who recognize the importance of what they do and the ones who let that guide them in the actions they take. More than any skill, we seek people who make decisions that support the common good. We work for our clients, and we work for one another.
Here's a glimpse into your day to day:
  • Maintain good working condition of calibration standards
  • Complete calibration and service work in accordance with in-house procedures or site procedures
  • Provide technical support for calibration processes and procedures
  • Create calibration procedures
  • Create and/or follow Monthly Calibration Schedules and coordinate scheduling with equipment owners.
  • Complete ICRS/Calibration Certificates and/or approving Certificates.
  • Performs calibration of instrumentation necessary for maintaining production equipment, laboratory equipment and other auxiliary measurement systems.
  • Perform calibrations of instruments approved for use on: Autoclaves, Incubators, Freezers, Refrigerators, BMS/BAS Systems, Bioreactors, AHU's, CIP/SIP Systems, RODI Systems, WFI Systems, Utility Systems, and Fermenters.
  • Assists in qualification of equipment / facilities as needed.
  • Recommend upgrades or best installation practices to existing instrumentation and controls systems were applicable.
  • Perform other duties as required.

You'll be a perfect fit if you have:
  • High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree or certification from trade school is strongly preferred.
  • Have a minimum of 2 years experience working as an Instrument, Metrology, or Calibration Tech within related industry.
  • Knowledge of servicing I&C equipment within Biopharmaceutical site is preferred.
  • Knowledge of performing calibrations of instruments, including autoclaves, incubators, freezers, refrigerators, BMS/BAS systems, Bioreactors, AHU's, CIP/SIP systems, RODI systems, WFI Systems, utility systems, and fermenters.
  • Knowledge of performing measurements for: analytical, pressure, volumetric flow, mass flow, ultrasonic flow, level, temperature, local controllers, LEL.
  • Experienced with creating and implementing Monthly Calibration Schedule.
  • Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position as necessary to complete assigned tasks.
  • The person in this position needs to frequently move about client's facilities and offices to access equipment and complete tasks.
  • Consistently operate instrumentation standards, computers, calculator, copy machine, printer and other devices to efficiently complete tasks.
  • Consistently ascend and descend portable and fixed ladders, scaffolding and other equipment used to reach equipment at various levels of height some of which maybe in excess of 25 feet in a safe manner.
  • Must be able to ascend and descend a large quantity of stairways at any given time.
  • Frequently move tools and equipment weighing up to 50lbs across client facilities as needed to complete tasks.
  • Occasionally lift and move equipment in excess of 100lbs in a safe manner.
  • Must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions as needed.
  • Support clients in the Baltimore-Washington DC Metro Area with occasional travel to four state coverage area, DE/PA/VA/NJ

Compensation and Benefits:
  • Pay: $35-38Hourly (depending on experience)
  • Eligible for overtime pay
  • Annual Profit Sharing Bonus (variable)
  • PTO and Paid Holidays
  • Health Benefits: Employee through family level coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurances. Company funded life and long-term disability insurances. Short Term Disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, and supplemental life insurances (employee - family) are also available!
  • 401(k)with employer match

Other Offerings:
  • The opportunity to make a real impact on a variety of industry-leading projects.
  • The ability to balance your work and family activities.
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation.
  • A chance to learn and grow alongside some of the brightest minds in engineering.
  • Professional Development, Tuition Reimbursement, and Association Membership Reimbursements.

Discover what makes TAI a top-20 manufacturing partner, according to Engineering News-Record (ENR), and one of the top-50 fastest-growing private companies in the Baltimore Business Journal. Learn more about us at https://www.tai.inc/

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