Director Of Product Design Jobs in Michigan
Director Of Product Design jobs in Michigan are open across Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, and Detroit and other Michigan metros, with employers like Eccalon, May Mobility, and Stellantis hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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ABOUT THE CHRYSLER BRAND:
Chrysler is an icon in American automotive heritage, proudly celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025. Known for innovation, engineering excellence, family-focused designs, and delivering affordable luxury to its customers, Chrysler continues to redefine modern mobility with a bold vision for the future. As we accelerate toward the future, Chrysler is committed to delivering intuitive technology and timeless design with today's Pacifica, Pacifica PHEV, and Voyager. Join us as we lead the transformation of a founding legacy brand into the future and the next 100 years.
Position Summary:
The Director of Product – Chrysler Brand is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping the strategic direction, development, and lifecycle management of Chrysler vehicles. This role is central to driving sustainable, profitable growth in Chrysler sales and market share.
The Director will lead a high-performing team responsible for coordinating cross-functional activities related to vehicle positioning, product plan definition, volume, mix, and target customer. Success in this role requires a unique blend of disciplined execution and creative vision to deliver products that embody the future of the Chrysler brand.
The Chrysler Product team defines both current and future vehicle strategies, technologies, and services. Our product vision is grounded in deep market insight, rigorous research, and advanced analytics. At the heart of every product decision is a clear understanding of customer motivations—what drives their purchase decisions, how they perceive the brand, and how Chrysler compares to competitors.
This is a highly strategic, fast-paced, and visible role that leads the development of product vision, planning, positioning, segmentation, commercialization, and go-to-market strategies. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, self-starting leader with a proven ability to influence across functions, navigate complexity, and drive disciplined execution.
As a results-oriented people leader, the Director will inspire and empower their team to deliver on key priorities. They must also demonstrate the ability to independently craft proposals and strategic recommendations for senior leadership with minimal oversight.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Define and execute product strategy for Chrysler vehicles, balancing brand identity, customer expectations, and business objectives
- Lead product planning and feature contenting, optimizing the vehicle lineup with a sharp focus on target customer needs and strategic positioning
- Act as the voice of the customer and brand throughout product development, ensuring Chrysler's vision and values are embedded in every decision
- Lead the integration of brand positioning with product strategy to ensure a cohesive and compelling market offering that reflects customer values and brand identity
- Identify and prioritize product investments in areas that deliver the greatest customer impact and competitive differentiation, ensuring resources are used efficiently and focused on high-value opportunities
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across engineering, research, design, marketing, sales, and finance to drive unified product execution
- Identify and prioritize emerging trends, technologies, and market shifts to inform and evolve Chrysler's product strategy
- Manage team responsible for product lifecycle planning from concept through launch and serial life
- Align internal stakeholders and represent Chrysler's product strategy in executive forums and external engagements, ensuring clarity, consistency, and strategic impact
WHY JOIN US?
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of America's most iconic automotive brands. As Chrysler accelerates toward the future, you'll play a pivotal role in driving commercial success and brand transformation.
REQUIREMENTS:
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in automotive product planning, brand management, or related disciplines
- Proven leadership in cross-functional environments with a track record of coaching and developing team members
- Deep understanding and passion for the automotive market and delivering customer expectations
- Exceptional attention to detail, strategic thinking capabilities, and an entrepreneurial mindset
- Excel and PowerPoint proficiency and a capability to create a well-structured and data-informed narrative
- Strong communication and storytelling skills with an ability to prepare for executive-level presentations and governance forums
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MBA
- Automotive technical knowledge with a passion for performance vehicles
- Familiarity with regulatory and market-specific product requirements
- Experience with or a strong interest in championing artificial intelligence utilization to enhance product workflows, decision-making, and team efficiency
ABOUT THE CHRYSLER BRAND:
Chrysler is an icon in American automotive heritage, proudly celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025. Known for innovation, engineering excellence, family-focused designs, and delivering affordable luxury to its customers, Chrysler continues to redefine modern mobility with a bold vision for the future. As we accelerate toward the future, Chrysler is committed to delivering intuitive technology and timeless design with today's Pacifica, Pacifica PHEV, and Voyager. Join us as we lead the transformation of a founding legacy brand into the future and the next 100 years.
Position Summary:
The Director of Product – Chrysler Brand is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping the strategic direction, development, and lifecycle management of Chrysler vehicles. This role is central to driving sustainable, profitable growth in Chrysler sales and market share.
The Director will lead a high-performing team responsible for coordinating cross-functional activities related to vehicle positioning, product plan definition, volume, mix, and target customer. Success in this role requires a unique blend of disciplined execution and creative vision to deliver products that embody the future of the Chrysler brand.
The Chrysler Product team defines both current and future vehicle strategies, technologies, and services. Our product vision is grounded in deep market insight, rigorous research, and advanced analytics. At the heart of every product decision is a clear understanding of customer motivations—what drives their purchase decisions, how they perceive the brand, and how Chrysler compares to competitors.
This is a highly strategic, fast-paced, and visible role that leads the development of product vision, planning, positioning, segmentation, commercialization, and go-to-market strategies. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, self-starting leader with a proven ability to influence across functions, navigate complexity, and drive disciplined execution.
As a results-oriented people leader, the Director will inspire and empower their team to deliver on key priorities. They must also demonstrate the ability to independently craft proposals and strategic recommendations for senior leadership with minimal oversight.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Define and execute product strategy for Chrysler vehicles, balancing brand identity, customer expectations, and business objectives
- Lead product planning and feature contenting, optimizing the vehicle lineup with a sharp focus on target customer needs and strategic positioning
- Act as the voice of the customer and brand throughout product development, ensuring Chrysler's vision and values are embedded in every decision
- Lead the integration of brand positioning with product strategy to ensure a cohesive and compelling market offering that reflects customer values and brand identity
- Identify and prioritize product investments in areas that deliver the greatest customer impact and competitive differentiation, ensuring resources are used efficiently and focused on high-value opportunities
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across engineering, research, design, marketing, sales, and finance to drive unified product execution
- Identify and prioritize emerging trends, technologies, and market shifts to inform and evolve Chrysler's product strategy
- Manage team responsible for product lifecycle planning from concept through launch and serial life
- Align internal stakeholders and represent Chrysler's product strategy in executive forums and external engagements, ensuring clarity, consistency, and strategic impact
WHY JOIN US?
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of America's most iconic automotive brands. As Chrysler accelerates toward the future, you'll play a pivotal role in driving commercial success and brand transformation.
REQUIREMENTS:
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in automotive product planning, brand management, or related disciplines
- Proven leadership in cross-functional environments with a track record of coaching and developing team members
- Deep understanding and passion for the automotive market and delivering customer expectations
- Exceptional attention to detail, strategic thinking capabilities, and an entrepreneurial mindset
- Excel and PowerPoint proficiency and a capability to create a well-structured and data-informed narrative
- Strong communication and storytelling skills with an ability to prepare for executive-level presentations and governance forums
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MBA
- Automotive technical knowledge with a passion for performance vehicles
- Familiarity with regulatory and market-specific product requirements
- Experience with or a strong interest in championing artificial intelligence utilization to enhance product workflows, decision-making, and team efficiency
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Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Director Of Product Design Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Eccalon2
- May Mobility2
- Stellantis2
- Deque Systems1
- Ford Motor Company1
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive6
- Artificial Intelligence2
- Science & Research2
- Technology & Software2
- Transportation & Logistics2
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of product design jobs across Michigan.
- 7 or more years of product design experience including 2 or more years managing designers
- Portfolio demonstrating shipped consumer or enterprise products at scale
- Proficiency in Figma and experience owning or contributing to a design system
- Ability to partner with product management and engineering at the leadership level
- Experience conducting and synthesizing user research to inform design strategy
- Bachelor's or master's degree in design, human-computer interaction, or a related field
Director Of Product Design Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How many director of product design jobs are there in Michigan?
There are 15+ director of product design openings in Michigan on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, and Detroit. New positions post regularly as employers across Michigan hire.
How much do director of product designs make in Michigan?
Director of product designs in Michigan earn a median of about $102,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,830 for the lowest 10% to over $137,850 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Michigan cities have the most director of product design jobs?
Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, and Detroit have the most director of product design openings in Michigan right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire director of product designs in Michigan?
Employers hiring director of product designs in Michigan include Eccalon, May Mobility, and Stellantis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote director of product design jobs in Michigan?
Yes. About 20% of director of product design openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Michigan metros.
How do I apply for director of product design jobs in Michigan?
You can apply to director of product design jobs in Michigan directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Michigan location, then apply to each one that fits.
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