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Instrument Machinist

Batavia, IL · On-site

$32.36 - $40.28/hr

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 ...

Onsite - This role is based full-time at the LBNF-DUNE site in Lead, South Dakota. Why Fermilab: Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the ...

Onsite - This role is based full-time at the LBNF-DUNE site in Lead, South Dakota. Benefits/Perks: Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including: Medical, Dental, Vision ...

Instrument Machinist

Batavia, NY · On-site

$32.36 - $40.28/hr

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 ...

Procurement Specialist III

Lead, SD · On-site

$88K - $116K/yr

Onsite - This role is based full-time at the LBNF-DUNE site in Lead, South Dakota. Why Fermilab: Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the ...

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Infographic showing various Full Time job openings at Fermilab in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution.

Instrument Machinist

Fermilab

Batavia, IL • On-site

$32.36 - $40.28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago


Fermilab rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 120 rated laboratories


Job description

The expected hiring range for this position is:
$32.36-$40.28.
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.
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Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening
Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
HSPD-12
In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.
Foreign Government Sponsored Activities
Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab's Office of General Counsel.
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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.
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.

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