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Senior Instrument Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Staff Quality Assurance-Supplier Quality Engineer

Chaska, MN · On-site

$77K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position reports to the Sr. Supplier Quality Manager and is part of the Supplier Quality ... including instrument system cost-reduction initiatives, EOL-driven design changes, supplier ...

SR. CNC PROGRAMMER

Blaine, MN · On-site

$75K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... instrument. * Knowledge of statistical process control methods, monitoring and control, data and ... SME Certified Manufacturing Engineer or Technologist is highly desirable. * Knowledge of robotics ...

SR. CNC PROGRAMMER

Blaine, MN · On-site

$75K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... instrument. * Knowledge of statistical process control methods, monitoring and control, data and ... SME Certified Manufacturing Engineer or Technologist is highly desirable. * Knowledge of robotics ...

SR. CNC PROGRAMMER

Blaine, MN · On-site

$75K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... instrument. * Knowledge of statistical process control methods, monitoring and control, data and ... SME Certified Manufacturing Engineer or Technologist is highly desirable. * Knowledge of robotics ...

Internal Service Specialist I

Stillwater, MN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... service engineers and other DiaSorin personnel with instrument maintenance, calibration ... Collaboration with eight-person team including a lead and senior technician; indirect relationship ...

Internal Service Specialist I

Stillwater, MN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... service engineers and other DiaSorin personnel with instrument maintenance, calibration ... Collaboration with eight-person team including a lead and senior technician; indirect relationship ...

Laboratory Technician I

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field Service by supplying and supporting customers and team ... data to senior team members. * Product or Instrument Chemistry Validations: Conduct required ...

Laboratory Technician I

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field Service by supplying and supporting customers and team ... data to senior team members. * Product or Instrument Chemistry Validations: Conduct required ...

Laboratory Technician I

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field Service by supplying and supporting customers and team ... data to senior team members. * Product or Instrument Chemistry Validations: Conduct required ...

Research Scientist

Le Sueur, MN · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Chemical and Instrumental Scientist owns, maintains, and runs Cambria's suite of ... Instrument Mastery & Maintenance: * Operate, calibrate, and maintain high-value analytical ...

Research Scientist

Le Sueur, MN · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Chemical and Instrumental Scientist owns, maintains, and runs Cambria's suite of ... Instrument Mastery & Maintenance: * Operate, calibrate, and maintain high-value analytical ...

HPLC/GC Field Service Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$50K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Analytical Instrument Specialist * Cleanroom Certification Technician * Calibration Technician * Senior Facility Qualification Technician TFS Locations * Minneapolis, MN * Houston, TX * Salem, NH

HPLC/GC Field Service Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$50K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Analytical Instrument Specialist * Cleanroom Certification Technician * Calibration Technician * Senior Facility Qualification Technician TFS Locations * Minneapolis, MN * Houston, TX * Salem, NH

Field Technician II

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$35 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... grounding, instrument transformers, and variance of switches both manual and motor operated ... working with Sr Technicians. * Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering ...

Field Technician II

Albert Lea, MN

$35 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... grounding, instrument transformers, and variance of switches both manual and motor operated ... working with Sr Technicians. * Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering ...

Field Technician II

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$35 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... grounding, instrument transformers, and variance of switches both manual and motor operated ... working with Sr Technicians. * Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering ...

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How much do senior instrument engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior instrument engineer in Minnesota is $114,433.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,100.00 and $134,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by senior instrument engineers when working on multidisciplinary projects?

Senior Instrument Engineers often encounter challenges coordinating with other engineering disciplines, such as process, electrical, and mechanical teams, to ensure instrumentation specifications align with overall project requirements. Integrating new instrumentation technologies into existing systems while maintaining compliance with safety and industry standards can also be demanding. Effective communication, strong project management skills, and adaptability are essential to successfully navigate these complexities and ensure project deliverables are met on time and within budget.

What does a senior instrument engineer do?

A Senior Instrument Engineer is responsible for designing, specifying, installing, and maintaining instrumentation and control systems used in industrial processes. They ensure that these systems function efficiently, safely, and reliably to monitor and control variables such as pressure, temperature, and flow. Senior Instrument Engineers often lead projects, troubleshoot complex issues, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. They also collaborate with other engineering disciplines to optimize process performance and comply with industry standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior instrument engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Instrument Engineer, you typically need a degree in engineering (often electrical, instrumentation, or control engineering) and extensive experience with instrumentation design, installation, and maintenance. Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as PLCs, DCS, CAD software, and familiarity with relevant codes and certifications like ISA or IEC are essential. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help coordinate teams and interface with other engineering disciplines. These skills and qualities ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of complex industrial processes.

What is the difference between Senior Instrument Engineer vs Instrument Technician?

AspectSenior Instrument EngineerInstrument Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Engineering, certifications like CSE or ISATechnical diploma or associate degree, specialized training
Work EnvironmentDesign, project management, troubleshooting in industrial plantsInstallation, maintenance, calibration on-site
Industry UsageEngineering firms, oil & gas, manufacturingRefineries, power plants, process industries

While both roles involve instrumentation, the Senior Instrument Engineer focuses on design, planning, and troubleshooting at a higher level, often overseeing projects. The Instrument Technician handles hands-on installation, maintenance, and calibration tasks. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Instrument Engineer jobs in Minnesota?

The most popular types of Instrument Engineer jobs in Minnesota are:

What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Senior Instrument Engineer jobs?

Cities in Minnesota with the most Senior Instrument Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Senior Instrument Engineer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,433 per year, or $55 per hour.

Senior Project Manager, Controls & Automation

ArchKey Solutions

Minneapolis, MN

$111K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Senior Project Manager, Controls and Automation
This position is based in our office in Minneapolis, MN. 

About ArchKey 
 
ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible.  
We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future.  
Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.  
 
About the Position 
 
Reporting to the Group Manager, the Sr. Project Manager, Controls and Automation, maintains overall administrative and technical direction for Instrumentation & Controls projects, emphasizing Building Management Systems and Industrial Control Systems. Typical projects include the installation of Control Systems and/or Instrumentation in Industrial Processing facilities and Data Centers. Projects may also include the installation of mechanical instrumentation, impulse tubing, instrument air, and sample lines. Project Managers may have overall bottom-line responsibility for profit and loss, and consequently, carry the authority appropriately. They will provide technical and engineering support as required by the projects assigned.
 
Our Ideal Candidate 
 
  • Can flex and adapt with the growing needs of the business. 
  • Can work autonomously and creatively solve problems. 
  • Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow. 
 
Day in the Life 
 
  • Oversee construction to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with specifications, design, budget, and schedule
  • Interfacing with the general contractors, the client's representatives, ownership, the architect engineer's representatives, union officials where applicable, subcontractors, if any, and developing a good working relationship with field labor and supervision.
  • Responsible for coordinating and directing support functions assigned to the project
  • Oversee multiple smaller projects and estimate new projects
  • Authorize and/or approve all project personnel transactions including choice of the superintendent, general foremen, foremen, number of people on projects, wages, purchase requisitions, payment approvals, change order requests and estimates thereof, all billing, design assistance, and any other related construction or support activities
  • Negotiate with unions concerning grievances, jurisdiction, market recovery programs, or other labor-related issues with the assistance of the appropriate company officer or NECA, if applicable
  • Ensures all company, client, and project policies, procedures, and standards are adhered to and interpret the policies as required
  • Responsible for the maintenance of all official project documentation and logs and assists in the implementation/interpretation of safety programs and ensures that all OSHA requirements are met
  • Provides direction to planning, scheduling, and engineering functions as required
  • Responsible for customer maintenance and other sales and marketing as required or directed
  • Performs specialized estimating and assists in estimating projects as required by the company's needs
 
Minimum Qualifications 
 
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or Construction Management or a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
  • Superior communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Outstanding interpersonal and team leadership skills
  • Knowledge of the National Electrical Code
  • Must possess strong attention to detail and ensure maximum quality of work throughout the lifecycle of the project
  • Experience with Bluebeam Revu a plus
 
Travel 
 
  • Travel to project sites (regionally and nationally) as needed
 
Salary Range 
 
  • $111,000-$145,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.  
      
Benefits 
 
At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. #MN70-0
Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.