[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Eli Lilly jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eli-lilly/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Eli Lilly · Indianapolis, IN # Instrument Tech Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America Full-time $21.27 - $41.25 Manufacturing & Production Listed on Eli Lilly’s official careers site. Posted September 2, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Eli Lilly’s careers site →](https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/job/LILLUSR110875EXTERNALENUS/Instrument-Tech) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Eli Lilly](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eli-lilly/) / Instrument Tech ## Job description At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us. ### JOB POSITION OVERVIEW The Instrument Technician services, troubleshoots, and maintains utility equipment across site facilities, including instrumentation, electrical, high purity water, compressed air, steam, chilled water, glycol, city water, and sewer systems. This role provides advanced technical expertise in process instrumentation, diagnosing complex problems and performing preventative and corrective maintenance to keep systems in compliant operating condition. The technician partners with the Supervisor and Planner/Scheduler to develop and improve job plans and procedures and supports craftspeople across multiple trades while demonstrating strong customer service and safety practices. ### RESPONSIBILITIES Diagnoses and repairs complex process instrumentation issues, including temperature, pressure, flow, pH, conductivity, TOC, and control valve systems, to restore equipment to operating condition and minimize downtime. Performs preventative and corrective maintenance, calibration, and new installations or modifications of process instrumentation across utility systems, including high purity water, compressed air, steam, chilled water, glycol, and sewer systems. Interprets P&ID drawings and mechanical schematics to troubleshoot equipment issues and support job planning. Partners with the Supervisor and Planner/Scheduler to develop and improve job plans, procedures, and performance objectives that align with organizational and corporate priorities. Maintains cGMP compliance by following approved procedures and documenting all work in accordance with Good Documentation Practices. ### BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and tolerate outdoor exposure to varying temperatures in both summer and winter conditions. Willingness to respond to call-ins and work scheduled overtime is required. ### Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in instrumentation, electrical, utilities maintenance, including systems such as high purity water, compressed air, steam, chilled water, glycol, city water, and sewers Certifications: N/A Licenses: Valid driver's license required Language Requirements: Must be able to speak, read, and write English at a level sufficient to communicate technical and business information effectively Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1. ### ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ PREFERENCES Associate's degree or Technical Certificate in a mechanical discipline, or equivalent experience; applicable military service training may be an acceptable alternative. Previous experience in a manufacturing production environment or related maintenance field. Prior work with a regulated industry; FDA regulated industries preferred. Demonstrated knowledge and skills troubleshooting equipment failures with minimal downtime. Proficient in using a CMMS (e.g., Maximo) or other work order tracking system. Proven ability to read and interpret mechanical prints/schematics and follow written maintenance procedures. Proficient in Microsoft Applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. ### Shift Information Scheduled for 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday; temporary shift changes may occur. Work includes exposure to hazardous conditions within Utilities such as acid, steam, caustic substances, high pressure, and high temperatures, and requires personal protective equipment at all times. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( [https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation](https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation)) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL). Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $21.27 - $41.25 Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees. #WeAreLilly ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 2, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 46 days - Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $21.27 - $41.25[Apply on Eli Lilly’s careers site →](https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/job/LILLUSR110875EXTERNALENUS/Instrument-Tech) ## More jobs at Eli Lilly ### [Advisor, Physicochemical Properties and Compound Quality](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eli-lilly/jobs/0ff459fac16fe23c26a5/) Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America ### [Advisor/Sr. Advisor — CSQA Representative, Catalyze360 Quality](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eli-lilly/jobs/524bf7a5c340f97f0102/) Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America ### [Associate Director, Product Quality in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America | Manufacturing/Quality at Lilly](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eli-lilly/jobs/d89324e06cc0623e4837/) Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America ### [Associate Director- RLT Technical Services/Manufacturing Science Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eli-lilly/jobs/03a6ff3a51c98cd6f743/) Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America ### [Associate Director/Director - Quality Assurance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eli-lilly/jobs/cde0c71196aa7405de44/) Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Avionics Instrument Tech](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/f50ab410f18deda691a3/) Lockheed Martin · Edwards AFB, CA ### [Certified Instrument Tech](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tenet-healthcare/jobs/10e6b50f3c692fdb0b77/) Tenet Healthcare · El Paso, TX ### [Nuclear Instrument & Control Tech Apprentice-Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vistra-energy/jobs/a8b0cd2bdd013d9f4e7d/) Vistra Energy · Shippingport, Pennsylvania ### [Intern - Power Generation Instrument Tech (Brunswick)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dominion-energy/jobs/c3680cad2760e5ff9ab7/) Dominion Energy · Freeman, VA, US OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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