Instrument Specialist

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International, Inc.; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International, Inc. (ATL) in Richland, WA, seeks an Instrument Specialist to install and maintain highly complex instruments and control systems used to generate scientific data for the HLMI program.

The role involves assembling components from prints or sketches, performing calibrations, troubleshooting, and potentially directing junior technicians while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a technical school with 3 years of industry experience.
• An apprenticeship program with 8,100 hours and 3 years of industry experience.
• Five years of industry experience in related responsibilities.
• Equivalent experience may substitute for hours or experience requirements.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain highly complex instruments, control systems, and related equipment to generate, accumulate, and record data.
• Assemble instrument components into complex systems per design and from sketches or prints.
• May direct others and work from oral instructions.

Skills

Technical experience

Calibration experience

Electronic instrumentation

Excel proficiency

Customer interfacing

Tools

Excel

Job description

Instrument Specialist

Location: US-WA-Richland

Job ID: 2026-12132

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is looking for an Instrument Specialist in Richland, WA.

This position will support Hanford Laboratory Management and Integration, LLC (HLMI). HLMI is located in Richland, WA, and operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. The HLMI members are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD).

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

Install and maintain highly complex instruments, control systems, and related equipment used in the Laboratory to generate, accumulate, and record scientific data from experimental operations and processes. Assemble instrument components into complex workable systems as designed to accomplish stated results. Work from sketches, prints, or oral instructions. May direct others.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED.

• Completion of a technical school and a minimum of three years of industry experience.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program with 8,100 documented hours in a recognized apprenticeship program and a minimum of three years of industry experience.
• Five years of industry experience in related responsibilities/requirements.
• Equivalent experience (e.g. military, industry) may be substituted for the 8,100 document hours or any other industry experience requirements.
• Hanford Instrument Specialists who are not training and qualified via trade school program or equivalent military experience are qualified to perform specific tasks through demonstrating knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to their assigned duties.
• Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Equipment and calibration experience
• Troubleshoot various types of electronic equipment
• Read and apply technical instructions
• Communicate with technical support from different vendors/manufacturers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Work with various equipment applications; changes to firmware/instrument configuration.
• Ability to interface with customers.

Compensation

Hourly Wage Range

$54.397 to $57.261

In accordance with the ATL salary determination process, ATL takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relevant to internal peers and the external labor market. A candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Company Benefits

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer-sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To ensure fair and consistent consideration of all applicants, all candidates must submit a formal application through Planned Systems International's Applicant Tracking System (ATS), iCIMS. Resumes submitted via email, social media, referrals, recruiting events, or other means will not be considered an official application and must be accompanied by a completed online application in the ATS before a candidate can be considered for employment. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, or to receive an update regarding the status of your application, please contact Talent Acquisition by emailing [e-mail], or by dialing 703-575-8400.