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Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Red Wing, MN · On-site

$15 - $21/hr

Optician Pay rate is $15.00 to $21.00 per hour Are you looking for an opportunity to provide great ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Iron Mountain, MI · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

Shopko Optical is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Kingsford, MI. On ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Bemidji, MN · On-site

$16 - $22.40/hr

Optician Pay rate is $16.00 to $22.40 per hour Are you looking for an opportunity to provide great ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Morris, MN · On-site

$15 - $21/hr

Optician Pay rate is $15.00 to $21.00 per hour It all starts in our centers, where our dedicated ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$14 - $17.25/hr

Shopko Optical is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team Lincoln, NE. On-the ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Watertown, SD · On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Shopko Optical is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Watertown, SD. On ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Oshkosh, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

Shopko Optical is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Oshkosh, WI. On ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Madison, WI · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Shopko Optical is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Madison, WI. On ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

PT Optical Sales Associate

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$16 - $22.40/hr

Optician Pay rate is $16.00 to $22.40 per hour Are you looking for an opportunity to provide great ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Wadena, MN · On-site

$15 - $21/hr

Optician Pay rate is $15.00 to $21.00 per hour It all starts in our centers, where our dedicated ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

Shopko Optical

Optical Sales Associate

Escanaba, MI · On-site

$14.50 - $17.75/hr

Shopko Optical is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Escanaba, MI. On ... POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and ...

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How much do optical positions jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for optical positions in the United States is $21.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optical Positions vs Optometrists?

AspectOptical PositionsOptometrists
CredentialsTypically require high school diploma or associate degree; certification for optical techniciansRequire Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and state licensure
Work EnvironmentOptical stores, retail settings, labsEye clinics, private practices, healthcare facilities
Industry UsageAssist with eyewear fitting, lens selection, customer serviceDiagnose and treat vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses

Optical Positions generally involve assisting with eyewear and customer service, requiring less formal education. Optometrists are healthcare professionals with advanced degrees who diagnose and treat eye conditions. While both roles work within the eye care industry, their responsibilities and credentials differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Optical Positions job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Contract, 1% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,592 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Optical Test Engineer

Mesh Optical Technologies

Gardena, CA • On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

OPTICAL TEST ENGINEER
Mesh Optical Technologies was founded on the belief that optical photons will be at the center of advanced technologies in the coming century. Making advanced technology ubiquitous means building at scale, and that's exactly what we're doing at Mesh.
Scaling advanced photonics demands test and measurement systems as sophisticated as the devices themselves. We are seeking an Optical Test Engineer to design, build, and validate the optical test infrastructure that ensures our products meet rigorous performance, yield, and reliability standards-from wafer-level characterization through integrated module validation. You will be the critical link between design intent and production reality, turning data into actionable insight across every stage of our manufacturing pipeline.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Partner with PIC design, electrical, mechanical and test teams to define requirements for production and develop test approaches for complex hardware
  • Design, build, and validate optical test systems including imaging, microscopy, polarimetry, profilometry, and interferometry
  • Compile and analyze data sets to identify trends in performance
  • Assist with validation activities, including performance characterization at the wafer-, die-, and integrated module level
  • Work with internal engineering teams and suppliers to identify drivers of performance, yield, reliability, and quality issues
  • Review designs for manufacturability; drive integration build flow, test operations, and execution readiness

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, optical engineering, applied physics or an engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience in optics, photonics, lasers, or test
  • Working knowledge of lasers, photodiodes, fiber optics, optical test/troubleshooting methods, and signal integrity fundamentals
  • Hands-on experience with optical test equipment (e.g., power meters, interferometers, spectrum analyzers)
  • 1+ years of programming experience (e.g., C++, LabVIEW, and/or Python)
  • Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering, optical engineering, applied physics or an engineering discipline
  • Experience in optical lab or production environments with strong attention to detail
  • Proficiency with optical design/analysis tools (e.g., Zemax)
  • Experience integrating and testing electrical and/or avionics systems
  • Experience with documentation practices and configuration management
  • Hands-on experience with electro-optic wafer- and die-level test systems
  • Hands-on familiarity with optical/RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, VNAs, VSGs, high-speed oscilloscopes, BERTs)
  • Experience writing test plans and procedures, and delivering go/no-go decisions with clear rationale
  • CAD proficiency (NX preferred)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Optical Test Engineer: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00/per year
Title and base salary are determined on a case by case basis commensurate with experience and merit.
In addition to base salary, compensation for this role includes:
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives including company stock options and discretionary bonuses awarded for exceptional achievements.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with significant cost covered by the company for yourself and dependents.
  • Paid parental leave and flexible PTO (3 weeks accrued vacation and 10 company holidays per year).
  • 401(k) retirement plan access.
  • Relocation assistance to sunny Los Angeles.

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