Engineering Manager Jobs in Michigan

Engineering Manager jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, concentrated in automotive engineering, advanced manufacturing, defense systems, and industrial technology, with openings at every level from first-time team leads to senior directors overseeing multi-site operations. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor are the most active hiring metros, anchored by long-established employers like Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, which continually recruit engineering managers across vehicle development, manufacturing systems, and electrification programs. Software and controls engineering management has also grown sharply, particularly in the Detroit metro corridor. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles69
Top employerFord Motor Company
Top cityDearborn, MI
Cities hiring31
Work type68% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Technical Project Manager - Electronics Rack & PDU Engineering (E)
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Technical Project Manager - Electronics Rack & PDU Engineering (E)
KLA
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Business Development
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$106k - $180k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Manager for Maintenance Engineering & Infrastructure Planning
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Manager for Maintenance Engineering & Infrastructure Planning
The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$150k - $175k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in architecture
10,000+

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Engineering Manager -NoMad Detroit
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Engineering Manager -NoMad Detroit
Hilton
Detroit, Michigan
Customer Service
Customer Support
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Engineering Manager – Standard Environmental Test Chambers
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Engineering Manager – Standard Environmental Test Chambers
ESPEC
Hudsonville, Michigan
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$102k - $122k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
51-200

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Tooling Process Engineering Manager
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Tooling Process Engineering Manager
Scherdel Sales & Technology, Inc.
Muskegon, Michigan
Automation QA
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Engineering Manager Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dearborn
8 jobs
Ann Arbor
8 jobs
Grand Rapids
8 jobs
Novi
4 jobs
Detroit
4 jobs
Troy
3 jobs
Lansing
3 jobs
Livonia
3 jobs
Auburn Hills
3 jobs

Engineering Manager Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Ford Motor Company7 open roles
3M2 open roles
KLA2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in engineering manager jobs across Michigan.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or software engineering required
  • Five or more years of engineering experience with direct people management responsibility
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in an automotive or advanced manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency with program management methodologies such as APQP, PPAP, or Agile
  • Strong working knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices
  • Experience collaborating with suppliers, OEMs, or Tier 1 partners common in Michigan hiring

Engineering Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a engineering manager in Michigan?

Becoming an engineering manager in Michigan typically starts with earning a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, followed by several years of hands-on technical experience in automotive, manufacturing, or technology. Michigan does not require a state-issued management license for this role, but a Professional Engineer license issued through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs strengthens candidacy at many employers, particularly in automotive and civil infrastructure.

Which companies hire engineering managers in Michigan?

Employers hiring engineering managers in Michigan right now include Ford Motor Company, 3M, and KLA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's deep automotive and advanced manufacturing base means many of these openings sit within vehicle development, electrification, and production systems organizations headquartered or operating across the state.

Which Michigan cities have the most engineering manager jobs?

Dearborn, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids lead Michigan for engineering manager openings. Detroit and its surrounding suburbs in Oakland and Macomb counties drive the largest share, powered by Ford, General Motors, Stellantis, and their extensive supplier networks, while Grand Rapids attracts openings tied to medical device and consumer products manufacturing and Ann Arbor draws from its technology and university research corridor.

Are there remote engineering manager jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused fields. About 84% of engineering manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on oversight many Michigan roles require on the plant floor or in design studios. The sub-areas most likely to accommodate remote work are software engineering management and program management roles with distributed teams.

How can I get hired as a engineering manager in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a lead engineer or technical lead role first, which major Michigan employers like Ford and General Motors treat as the primary proving ground before promoting into people management. Pursuing a Professional Engineer license through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, completing a Six Sigma Green Belt, or finishing a leadership development rotation program at a large Michigan OEM or Tier 1 supplier significantly strengthens the transition from individual contributor to manager.

Where can I find and apply to engineering manager jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to engineering manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across automotive, manufacturing, defense, and technology employers. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly.

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