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Optical Imaging Engineer Internship Jobs in Park Ridge, IL

Argonne National Laboratory

Mechanical Engineer

Lemont, IL · On-site

$94K - $147K/yr

The main focus over the next five years will be the design and construction of the Barrel Imaging ... Familiarity with laser and optical systems, and radiation and beam detectors to support detector R ...

Leonardo DRS

Process Engineer II

Bolingbrook, IL

Bolingbrook IL Schedule: 9/80 The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within ... Job Summary As a leading supplier of infrared (IR) imaging, DRS NIS - Illinois is seeking a process ...

Leonardo DRS

Process Engineer II

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

Bolingbrook IL Schedule: 9/80 The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within ... Job Summary As a leading supplier of infrared (IR) imaging, DRS NIS - Illinois is seeking a process ...

CFS

Repair Technician

Addison, IL · On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

Depot Repair Technician - Ophthalmic & Imaging Devices Join a leader in vision care technology ... with optical, electronic, and software troubleshooting • Cross-train on multiple Visionix and ...

CFS

Repair Technician

Lombard, IL

$18 - $24.50/hr

Depot Repair Technician - Ophthalmic & Imaging Devices Join a leader in vision care technology ... with optical, electronic, and software troubleshooting • Cross-train on multiple Visionix and ...

TERA-PRINT LLC

Instrument Engineer

Skokie, IL · On-site

Bonus points for undergraduate degrees with industrial experience, and/or optical engineering * Experience in industry environments, through full-time employment or internships * Experience ...

TERA-PRINT LLC

Instrument Engineer

Skokie, IL · On-site

Bonus points for undergraduate degrees with industrial experience, and/or optical engineering * Experience in industry environments, through full-time employment or internships * Experience ...

TERA-PRINT LLC

Instrument Engineer

Skokie, IL · On-site

Bonus points for undergraduate degrees with industrial experience, and/or optical engineering * Experience in industry environments, through full-time employment or internships * Experience ...

Cytovale, Inc

Field Service Engineer II

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

... Imaging equipment or a High School Diploma/GED and 10 or more years' experience servicing ... Working knowledge and understanding of optics, electronics, and mechanical principles is required ...

Cytovale

Field Service Engineer II

Chicago, IL · Remote

... Imaging equipment or a High School Diploma/GED and 10 or more years' experience servicing ... Working knowledge and understanding of optics, electronics, and mechanical principles is required ...

Infleqtion

Quantum Physicist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $211K/yr

... engineering subsystems. * Self-start and successfully execute on a new R&D activity given a well ... Supervise interns. Requirements * PhD in atomic physics, optical physics, or related field; or ...

Infleqtion

Quantum Physicist

Chicago, IL

$130K - $211K/yr

... engineering subsystems. * Self-start and successfully execute on a new R&D activity given a well ... Supervise interns. Requirements * PhD in atomic physics, optical physics, or related field; or ...

Infleqtion

Staff Quantum Physicist

Chicago, IL · On-site

... engineering tradeoffs. * Own critical systems through validation, troubleshooting, performance ... optical projection, high-NA imaging, noise mitigation, feedback control, and subsystem ...

Infleqtion

Staff Quantum Physicist

Chicago, IL

... engineering tradeoffs. * Own critical systems through validation, troubleshooting, performance ... optical projection, high-NA imaging, noise mitigation, feedback control, and subsystem ...

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How much do optical imaging engineer internship jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for optical imaging engineer internship in Park Ridge, IL is $141,314.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $126,900.00 and $164,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optical Imaging Engineer Internship vs Optical Imaging Engineer?

AspectOptical Imaging Engineer InternshipOptical Imaging Engineer
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of relevant engineering or physics programsBachelor's or master's degree in optical engineering, physics, or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in research labs or R&D departmentsFull-time professional role in industry or research institutions
ResponsibilitiesAssisting in optical system design, testing, and data analysis under supervisionDesigning, developing, and optimizing optical imaging systems independently

The Optical Imaging Engineer Internship is a temporary, learning-focused position for students or recent graduates, while the Optical Imaging Engineer is a full-time professional role requiring more experience and responsibility. Internships provide hands-on experience, whereas full engineers lead projects and develop advanced systems.

What cities near Park Ridge, IL are hiring for Optical Imaging Engineer Internship jobs? Cities near Park Ridge, IL with the most Optical Imaging Engineer Internship job openings:
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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Argonne National Laboratory

Lemont, IL

$94K - $147K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

We are searching for a junior engineer to join the engineering team supporting the Medium Energy Physics and Fundamental Symmetry research groups at Argonne National Laboratory. The engineering team supports the full experimental program of both groups, including the design and construction of particle detectors and atomic physics instrumentation.

The main focus over the next five years will be the design and construction of the Barrel Imaging Calorimeter for the future Electron-Ion Collider and the expansion of the Argonne TRACER center, alongside other smaller experimental efforts. The position includes structured overlap with an outgoing senior engineer and is designed to grow toward a long-term lead engineering role supporting both research groups.

Position Requirements

  • B.S. in mechanical, structural, or related engineering required. M.S. in engineering OR experience in an accelerator or physics research laboratory preferred.

  • Ability to carry out mechanical design and hands-on build/assembly for large particle detector systems and other systems for physics experiments.

  • Proficiency with mechanical CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, Inventor, or equivalent).

  • Working knowledge of high- and ultra-high-vacuum systems.

  • Oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact with research scientists, laboratory support staff, and external collaborators or vendors.

  • Experience with a breadth of laboratory equipment.

  • Familiarity with laser and optical systems, and radiation and beam detectors to support detector R&D.

  • Working proficiency with modern engineering analysis tools, including FEA (ANSYS, COMSOL, SolidWorks Simulation, or equivalent).

  • Basic fluency with the physics context of detector and atomic-physics work, enough to communicate design tradeoffs with physicists (specialist physics or data-analysis expertise is not required).

  • Ability to model Argonne's Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Other:This position requires mechanical aptitude and demonstrated hands-on work (academic, internship, or professional).

This position can be hired at one of two levels; the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level (RD1 or RD2) dependent upon the depth and breadth of relevant knowledge and skills. The minimum requirements of the two levels are as follows:

  • RD1 (Assistant Mechanical Engineer): Bachelor's and 0 years or Master's and 0 years. The expected pay range for this position is $78,505 - $122,467.

  • RD2 (Mechanical Engineer): Bachelor's and 5+ years, or Master's and 3+ years, or Doctorate and 0 years. The expected pay range for this position is $94,486 - $147,399.

Job Family

Research Development (RD)

Job Profile

Mechanical/Civil Engineering 1

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $78,505.00 - $122,467.41.

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 as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

Argonne 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. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.

All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

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