Mechanical Design Engineer Internship: Summer 2026 - 048QE

• This is a full-time Summer 2026 Internship onsite in San Diego, CA for currently enrolled students**
  
  
  

About Quartus

Quartus Engineering Incorporated (www.quartus.com) is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and multi-physics analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.


About IMRVS Sector

Quartus' Industrial Metrology, Robotics, and Vision Systems (IMRVS) Sector provides engineering services and product development for a wide variety of applications in precision manufacturing and automation. We leverage our expertise in ruggedized optical systems, image processing, camera calibration, robotics, and software development to build complete solutions for our client’s toughest metrology and quality assurance needs. Our multi-disciplinary team specializes in automated optical metrology and robotic vision systems and integrates offerings from our product and technology portfolio to efficiently move from client requirements to turn-key inspection instruments and machines.


What will you do?

As a Mechanical Design Engineer Co-op/Intern, you will design, develop, and build robust mechanics for our projects high performance optical systems. You will work as part of a team of creative cross-disciplinary engineers to meet project and customer’s requirements and can gain exposure to a wide variety of optical systems from airborne remote sensing to industrial automation and everything in between.


Essential Job Functions

• Design and develop opto-mechanical assemblies and sub-systems
• Design and build prototypes, create detailed drawings and instructions for production
• Test and implement full systems before sending the final product to the customers
• Help varify appropriate mechanical design elements by building a tolerance budget for each component
• Responsible for technical documentation (Models, CAD drawings, Simulations, BOMs, etc.)
• Work closely with program manager and customer on technical requirements
• Work on projects independently, and with a multi-disciplined team of engineers and technicians
  
  
  

Location

Position is based onsite in San Diego, CA.


What are we looking for?

Quartus Is Looking For Aspiring Individuals Who Want To Make a Difference In The World And In Themselves. Our Ideal Internship Candidates Are

• Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors currently enrolled at a four-year institution
• Majoring in Mechanical Engineering or related fields
• Proactive, open-minded, eager to learn and willing to work hard as part of a team
• Interested in mechanical design and opto-mechanical assemblies
• Available full time for specified term (40 hours per week)
• Must be a US Person (US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)
  
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

Intern/Co-op pay range for students pursuing a Bachelor's degree: $24.00 - 28.00/hour*

Intern/Co-op pay range for students pursuing a Master's degree: $28.00 - 32.00/hour*

• This range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.
  
  

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.