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Judge Group, Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Grand Prairie, TX · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Mechanical Engineer Location: Grand Prairie, TX Job Overview We are seeking an experienced ... Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.

Judge Group, Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Rolling Meadows, IL · On-site

$40 - $60/hr

Mechanical Engineer - Electronics Packaging & Hardware Development Location: Rolling Meadows, IL ... Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.

Eaton

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

$117K - $172K/yr

This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ... Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution.

CDG Engineers Inc

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing ... OPT, F-1, CPT, H-1B, H2, L1, etc. Agencies: This role is currently not open to agencies or third ...

CDG Engineers Inc

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Harrisburg, NC · On-site

$97K - $129K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing ... OPT, F-1, CPT, H-1B, H2, L1, etc. Agencies: This role is currently not open to agencies or third ...

CDG Engineers, Inc.

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Harrisburg, NC · Hybrid

$97K - $129K/yr

Description As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing ... OPT, F-1, CPT, H-1B, H2, L1, etc. Agencies: This role is currently not open to agencies or third ...

CDG Engineers, Inc.

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · Hybrid

$96K - $126K/yr

Description As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing ... OPT, F-1, CPT, H-1B, H2, L1, etc. Agencies: This role is currently not open to agencies or third ...

Eaton

Mechanical Engineer Specialist

Menomonee Falls, WI · On-site

$122K/yr

This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ... Preferred Qualifications: • Masters / or PhD in Mechanical Engineering. • Previous experience ...

Stanley Black & Decker

Mechanical Engineer

Elyria, OH · On-site

$72K - $115K/yr

Mechanical Engineer Elyria, OH, USA Come build something that matters. It takes great people to ... Join us! This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc). #LI-Onsite The ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Mechanical Engineer II

Plano, TX · On-site

$40 - $44/hr

Title: Mechanical Engineer II Duration: 1 year + Location: Plano, TX 2 openings Duties: Our ... Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.

Judge Group, Inc.

Mechanical Engineer III

Plano, TX · On-site

$55 - $59/hr

Title: Mechanical Engineer III Duration: 1 year+ Location: Plano, TX 3 openings Duties: Our ... Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.

Sbdinc

Mechanical Engineer

Elyria, OH · On-site

$72K - $115K/yr

Mechanical Engineer Elyria, OH, USA Come build something that matters. It takes great people to ... Join us! This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc). #LI-Onsite The ...

Formlabs

Mechanical Engineer

Somerville, MA · On-site

As mechanical engineers at a 3D printing company we create tools we use ourselves. We're excited to ... Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community * And of course... unlimited 3D prints We ...

Formlabs

Mechanical Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

As mechanical engineers at a 3D printing company we create tools we use ourselves. We're excited to ... Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community * And of course... unlimited 3D prints We ...

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How much do opt mechanical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for opt mechanical engineer in the United States is $102,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily tasks of an Opt Mechanical Engineer, and how do they interact with other teams?

As an Opt Mechanical Engineer, your daily tasks often include developing 3D models of optical assemblies, performing tolerance analyses, creating engineering drawings, and coordinating prototype builds and testing. You will regularly collaborate with optical engineers, electrical engineers, manufacturing specialists, and quality assurance teams to ensure your designs are manufacturable and meet performance specifications. Working cross-functionally is vital in this role, as your input frequently impacts the overall system design and successful product integration. Strong communication and teamwork skills help ensure smooth project progress and alignment across departments, making the work highly collaborative and rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Opt Mechanical Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Opt Mechanical Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering principles, optics design, and CAD software, typically supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical or optical engineering. Experience with modeling tools such as SolidWorks, Zemax, or ANSYS, and familiarity with optical fabrication and testing equipment are frequently required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams are essential soft skills. These competencies enable successful design, analysis, and implementation of complex optical-mechanical systems and ensure productive teamwork on technical challenges.

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Infographic showing various Opt Mechanical Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,878 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Mechanical Engineer

Ocean Power Technologies Inc

Monroeville, NJ • On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Full-time, onsite in Monroe Township, NJ

Reports to: Engineering Manager

About Ocean Power Technologies:

OPT provides intelligent maritime solutions and services that enable safer, cleaner, and more productive ocean operations for the defense and security, oil and gas, science and research, and offshore wind markets, including Merrows™, which provides AI-capable seamless integration of Maritime Domain Awareness Systems across platforms. Our PowerBuoy® platforms provide clean and reliable electric power and real-time data communications for remote maritime and subsea applications. We also provide WAM-V® unmanned surface vehicles (USV’s) and marine robotics services. The Company’s headquarters is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey and has an additional office in Richmond, California.

About the Role:

The Mechanical Engineer is expected to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment with highly qualified professionals. As such, they advance customer project and product development program execution by performing detailed engineering design and analysis activities.

Responsibilities:

  • Support project and product development in timely and efficient execution of internal development programs and client projects.
  • Participate in product and project design reviews and offer best-practice advice in area of expertise.
  • Integrate with the OPT mechanical engineering team and provide input on mechanical engineering design issues.
  • Design mechanical components, modules, and systems for various assigned projects with a focus on meeting all performance requirements while designing for manufacturability (DFM), design to cost (DTC).
  • Develop SolidWorks models of OPT products and produce drawings of components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies.
  • Perform finite element structural design analysis using ANSYS.
  • Participate in OPT’s Quality Management System through the ECR/ECO process and drawing reviews.

Requirements:

  • An accredited BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering or related field
  • Required Software Capabilities - SolidWorks, MS Office, ANSYS
  • Experience with Proteus or Orcaflex simulation software, or equivalent preferred, but not required,

Ocean Power Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy‐related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Equal employment opportunities applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary range is $105,000 to $115,000

  • Bonus potential
  • Restricted Stock Awards

Benefits include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)