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Temporary Optical Engineer Intern Jobs in Elgin, IL

DEO TEK, Inc

Quality Technician

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Pay Rate: $23-$25 Per Hour Temp-Hire. * Responsible for performing receiving inspection, inprocess ... Responsible for DCC CMM programming to create and maintain programs for inspector/operator use.

Network Data Systems

NOC Intern

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$15 - $19.75/hr

... is a part-time, temporary student position. Applicants must be enrolled as a student at an ... Engineering background a plus * Strong analytical skills and able to collate and interpret data ...

Labor Solutions, LLC

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Quality Inspector - Metal Stamping & Fabrication

Mundelein, IL · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Read blueprints and engineering specifications * Measure parts using calipers, micrometers, height ... gauges, and optical comparators * Complete first-piece, in-process, and final inspections

DEO TEK, Inc

Quality Control Manager

Bensenville, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Temp to Hire Job Requirements / Job QC Manager will ensure that products and services meet ... Read blueprints or engineering specifications to obtain product information, such as specified ...

Actalent

Construction Project Manager

Des Plaines, IL

$34 - $62.50/hr

Supervise Project Engineer(s), Assistant Project Manager(s), and Construction Intern assigned to ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

Actalent

Project Manager

Des Plaines, IL

$34 - $62.50/hr

Supervise Project Engineer(s), Assistant Project Manager(s), and Construction Intern assigned to ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

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How much do temporary optical engineer intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary optical engineer intern in Elgin, IL is $19.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.91 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Optical Engineer Intern vs Optical Engineer?

AspectTemporary Optical Engineer InternOptical Engineer
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in optics, physics, or engineeringBachelor's or master's degree in optics, physics, or related field; professional experience preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in research labs or corporate R&D departmentsFull-time professional role in labs, manufacturing, or R&D teams
Employer & IndustryTech companies, research institutions, or manufacturing firmsOptics, photonics, telecommunications, or consumer electronics industries

The main difference between a Temporary Optical Engineer Intern and an Optical Engineer lies in experience, responsibilities, and employment status. Interns are usually students gaining practical experience, while Optical Engineers are full-time professionals with advanced skills and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Optical Engineer Intern job openings in Elgin, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,713 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Quality Technician

DEO TEK, Inc

Carpentersville, IL • On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Quality Technician
Blue Collar
Carpentersville, IL, 60110
Monday to Friday
6 a. m. - 2:30 p. m.
Pay Rate: $23-$25 Per Hour
Temp-Hire.
Job Description:
  • Responsible for performing receiving inspection, inprocess inspection, and final inspection activities and documenting the results; gage R&R studies, training and maintaining records as required. Responsible for creating capability studies, FAI, ISIR type documents; customer return evaluations, process and continuous improvement activities.
  • Responsible for DCC CMM programming to create and maintain programs for inspector/operator use. Creation of fixturing needed for the CMM operation. Also, trains operators in the set up, and use of the available programs to inspect parts.
  • Responsible for identifying and ordering measurement and inspection equipment, backup to the calibration Quality Technician, and associated recordkeeping.
  • Performs Capability Studies and Inspection Layouts as needed to support Customers, Engineering, and Quality activities. Ability to evaluate capability studies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills Required:
  • Must have knowledge of specific measuring and optical equipment; electrical measurements; familiar with computer usage; and ISO9001 Business Management Systems.
  • Responsible for DCC CMM programming, fixturing and setup.
  • GD&T Knowledge, blue print reading, SPC knowledge
  • Training others on basic DCC CMM operation
  • Capability studies, first piece inspection, Gage R&R,
  • Perform mechanical and electrical inspections of products and purchased parts that are at incoming, inprocess, final or returned from customers.
  • Self motivated, organized, mechanical minded, ability to take direction, manage multiple tasks at once, and good communication skills.

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