Opto-Mechanical Design Co-Op: Flexible Hours + Tuition Support

Samtec, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 31,519,000 - 44,127,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $22

Tuition assistance

401k plan

Job summary

Samtec, Inc. in Vista, CA is seeking engineering co-ops and interns for its Optical Group to work on FireFly, FireHawk, and HALO transceiver lines. The role involves assisting multiple engineering disciplines and learning across 3D design, additive manufacturing, FEA, and more.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Mechanical Engineering or related fields, with excellent communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving abilities. Flexible hours (min.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management with ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering teams within the Optical Group on assigned projects.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, optical, process, data, and software engineers.
• Demonstrate initiative to explore new solutions and learn basics of different disciplines and technologies.
• Attend to project tasks and maintain customer focus while building trust with team members.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering (degree)

Job description

Samtec, Inc. in Vista, CA is seeking engineering co-ops and interns for its Optical Group to work on FireFly, FireHawk, and HALO transceiver lines. The role involves assisting multiple engineering disciplines and learning across 3D design, additive manufacturing, FEA, and more.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Mechanical Engineering or related fields, with excellent communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving abilities. Flexible hours (min.