Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Michigan
Control Systems Engineer jobs in Michigan are highly active, concentrated in automotive manufacturing, industrial automation, and defense systems, with demand at every level from entry-level technicians to senior systems architects. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Auburn Hills anchor the bulk of hiring, with well-established employers like General Motors, Ford Motor Company, and Bosch drawing the most consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties include PLC programming, SCADA systems, and robotics integration for automotive assembly lines. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Starting Hourly Rate: $29.88 - $32.18 (Offer will be commensurate with experience)
After hire, pay increases are dependent on length of service, advancement in the position, and other contractual factors. In this position you have the potential of making up to $40.15/hour.
This position is represented by the AFSCME union. For more information reference the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement: Collective Bargaining Agreements (https://www.a2gov.org/human-resources/compensation-and-labor-union-contracts/)
Benefits offered for this opportunity: AFSCME Benefits Summary (https://www2.a2gov.org/HRWebshare/Benefits Summaries and Forms\AFSCME Benefit Summary.pdf)
The City of Ann Arbor offers a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am - 3:30pm with after-hours emergency call-ins as needed.
Role Summary:
To inspect, install, upgrade, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic equipment and systems for wastewater treatment and associated collection and distribution equipment, systems and components.
This role has two tracks, an electrician track and an instrument technician track. While a technician may work on duties associated with both tracks, for this position they will have the primary responsibility in the instrumentation track.
Licensing Requirements:
Journeyman Electrician (State of Michigan license within 1 year)
Or
- ISA CCST 1 Certification or relevant Associate’s degree (electronics) or 7,000 hours of relevant experience (serving as an Instrument Technician in an industrial facility).
- ISA CCST 1 Certification is required within 2 years.
- ISA CCST 2 Certification is required within 4 years.
View Additional Requirements and Information at: Electrical & Control Systems Technician Job Description (https://www.a2gov.org/media/5yrdctky/electrical-control-systems-technician-job-description.pdf)
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Starting Hourly Rate: $29.88 - $32.18 (Offer will be commensurate with experience)
After hire, pay increases are dependent on length of service, advancement in the position, and other contractual factors. In this position you have the potential of making up to $40.15/hour.
This position is represented by the AFSCME union. For more information reference the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement: Collective Bargaining Agreements (https://www.a2gov.org/human-resources/compensation-and-labor-union-contracts/)
Benefits offered for this opportunity: AFSCME Benefits Summary (https://www2.a2gov.org/HRWebshare/Benefits Summaries and Forms\AFSCME Benefit Summary.pdf)
The City of Ann Arbor offers a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am - 3:30pm with after-hours emergency call-ins as needed.
Role Summary:
To inspect, install, upgrade, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic equipment and systems for wastewater treatment and associated collection and distribution equipment, systems and components.
This role has two tracks, an electrician track and an instrument technician track. While a technician may work on duties associated with both tracks, for this position they will have the primary responsibility in the instrumentation track.
Licensing Requirements:
Journeyman Electrician (State of Michigan license within 1 year)
Or
- ISA CCST 1 Certification or relevant Associate’s degree (electronics) or 7,000 hours of relevant experience (serving as an Instrument Technician in an industrial facility).
- ISA CCST 1 Certification is required within 2 years.
- ISA CCST 2 Certification is required within 4 years.
View Additional Requirements and Information at: Electrical & Control Systems Technician Job Description (https://www.a2gov.org/media/5yrdctky/electrical-control-systems-technician-job-description.pdf)
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Control Systems Engineer Job Market in Michigan
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Technology & Software
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
- Banking & Financial Services
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in control systems engineer jobs across Michigan.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, or distributed control systems
- Proficiency with industrial automation platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
- Familiarity with automotive or manufacturing process control environments
- Professional Engineer licensure through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs preferred for senior roles
- Strong knowledge of control network protocols including Ethernet/IP, Profibus, or Modbus
Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a control systems engineer in Michigan?
Most Michigan employers require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering as the foundation for entry into the field. While Michigan does not mandate licensure for most private-sector control systems roles, senior and consulting positions frequently expect a Professional Engineer license issued through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early in your career and building hands-on PLC and automation experience significantly strengthens your candidacy in this market.
How much do control systems engineers make in Michigan?
Control systems engineers in Michigan earn a median of about $121,000 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,990 for the lowest 10% to over $166,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire control systems engineers in Michigan?
Employers hiring control systems engineers in Michigan right now include Brock Solutions, RoviSys, and Accenture, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's deep automotive and advanced manufacturing base means many of the most active hirers are either OEMs, tier-one suppliers, or the industrial automation integrators that support them.
Which Michigan cities have the most control systems engineer jobs?
Detroit, Milford, and Livonia hold the most control systems engineer openings in Michigan. Detroit and the surrounding southeast Michigan corridor drive the largest share because of the concentrated presence of automotive OEMs, tier-one suppliers, and defense contractors, while Grand Rapids draws demand from its substantial food processing, medical device, and general manufacturing base.
Are there remote control systems engineer jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Control systems engineering is fundamentally a hands-on discipline tied to physical equipment, plant floors, and commissioned systems, so most roles require on-site presence. About 67% of control systems engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to cover design, documentation, or project management phases rather than commissioning or maintenance work.
How can I get hired as a control systems engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a controls or automation technician role at a Michigan automotive supplier or industrial manufacturer, which builds the PLC and field wiring experience that engineers-in-training need. Companies like Bosch and large tier-one suppliers in the Detroit metro regularly hire recent graduates into associate or junior controls engineer rotations. Earning a Certified Automation Professional credential through the International Society of Automation and building a documented project portfolio, even from academic or co-op work, gives candidates a clear edge when competing for these openings.
Where can I find and apply to control systems engineer jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to control systems engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across automotive, manufacturing, defense, and industrial automation employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each listing.
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