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Kimley-Horn

Electrical Engineering Analyst

Irving, TX · On-site

... fiber optic networks Qualifications * An ABET accredited Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) by Summer 2027. Why Kimley-Horn? At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People ...

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Kimley-Horn

Electrical Engineering Analyst

Long Beach, CA

$91K - $99K/yr

... optic networks * An ABET accredited Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) by Summer 2026. Salary Range $91,500 - $99,000 At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and ...

Kimley-Horn

Electrical Engineering Analyst

Irving, TX

... fiber optic networks * An ABET accredited Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) by Summer 2027. At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the ...

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Kimley-Horn

Electrical Engineering Analyst

Warrenville, IL · On-site

$87K - $90K/yr

... optic networks * An ABET accredited Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) by Summer 2026. Salary Range: $87,000-$90,500 At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and ...

Kimley-Horn

Electrical Engineering Analyst

Westlake, TX · On-site

... fiber optic networks Qualifications * An ABET accredited Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) by Summer 2027. Why Kimley-Horn? At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People ...

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Picarro, Inc

Systems Software Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Social events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.) * On-site Health & Wellness ... We are the world's leader in timely, trusted, and actionable data using enhanced optical ...

Picarro, Inc

Senior Development Technician

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

This position reports to the Director of Opto-Mechanical Engineering. The Ideal Candidate The ideal ... You're curious, adaptable, and eager to grow your expertise in optics, mechanics, electronics, and ...

Picarro, Inc

Systems Software Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Social events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.) * On-site Health & Wellness ... We are the world's leader in timely, trusted, and actionable data using enhanced optical ...

Picarro, Inc

Senior Development Technician

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

Support engineering pilot builds and assist in transferring products to manufacturing. Set up and ... Optical Components: Familiarity with or willingness to learn about lasers, detectors, isolators ...

IDEX

Innovations Engineer Intern

Portage, MI

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

The candidate will be involved in designing,prototypingand testing key componentsrelated to optics ... summer semester on a part/full-time basis -Desire to get involved andparticipatewith ...

Washington County, MN

Engineer I - Traffic

MN · On-site

$38.59 - $52.82/hr

... miles of fiber optic lines, and roughly 700 highway permits each year. As an Engineer in our ... Previous experience in roadway engineering work, which could include summer internships or other ...

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How much do summer optical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer optical engineer in the United States is $143,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Optical Engineer vs Summer Optical Technician?

AspectSummer Optical EngineerSummer Optical Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related fieldAssociate's degree or technical certification in optics or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, research facilities, and development projectsManufacturing floors, testing labs, and assembly lines
Employer & Industry UsageOptical design firms, research institutions, tech companiesManufacturers, optical component companies, research labs

Summer Optical Engineers focus on designing and developing optical systems, requiring higher education and analytical skills. In contrast, Summer Optical Technicians assist in manufacturing, testing, and assembling optical components, often with technical certifications. Both roles are vital in the optical industry but differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Summer Optical Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $143,611 per year, or $69 per hour.

2027 Summer Mechanical Automation Engineering Intern

MKS Instruments

Milpitas, CA • On-site

$27 - $31/hr

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Posted 7 days ago

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:
As an Intern in the Automation Engineering Team, you will work amongst a cross-functional team to develop end effectors and actuators for use in precision automated processes. You will use mechanical CAD and 3D printing to rapidly iterate. Your role will be hands on, assembling and testing your designs and reporting your results. In this role, you will report to the Director of Automation Engineering.
You Will Make an Impact By:
  • Developing and implement designs for robotic end effectors
  • Working and testing robotic actuators and processes.
  • Assisting with optics mounting process development.
  • Documentation and reporting of results
  • Rapidly iterating using 3D printing
  • Travel Requirements: No travel required

Skills You Bring:
  • Currently pursuing undergraduate degree in relevant field.
  • Entry level knowledge of SolidWorks and 3D printing.
  • Understanding of mechanics, stresses and ability to design basic actuators.
  • Basic programming knowledge. Python programming preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience working with optics and delicate components.

Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly Pay Range: $27.00 to $31.00 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.
Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.
MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.
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