Production Engineer Jobs in Michigan

Production Engineer jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, concentrated in automotive manufacturing, industrial equipment, and advanced materials, with openings at every level from entry-level process roles through senior and principal engineers. The heaviest hiring is in and around Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where employers like General Motors, Stellantis, and Whirlpool maintain large manufacturing operations. The most sought-after specialties in Michigan are lean manufacturing, tooling and fixture engineering, and powertrain process engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerPerrigo
Top cityTroy, MI
Cities hiring12
Work type100% Hybrid
Top industryAutomotive

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Electrolux Professional Group
Production Engineer III
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Electrolux Professional Group
New 16h ago
Production Engineer III
Electrolux Professional Group
Weidman, Michigan
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor of Science

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Parker Hannifin
Production Quality Engineer Intern - Fall-Winter - Part-Time
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Parker Hannifin
Added 1d ago
Production Quality Engineer Intern - Fall-Winter - Part-Time
Parker Hannifin
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
10,000+

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ALTEN
Production Engineer (Ref. L-2616)
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ALTEN
Added 2d ago
Production Engineer (Ref. L-2616)
ALTEN
Troy, Michigan
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Eaton
Production Quality Engineer
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Eaton
Added 1w ago
Production Quality Engineer
Eaton
Jackson, Michigan
Engineering (Non-Software)
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
$71k - $105k/yr
ASQC Certification
10,000+

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Magna International
Production Quality Engineer
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Magna International
Added 1w ago
Production Quality Engineer
Magna International
Holly, Michigan
Engineering (Non-Software)
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Production Engineer Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Troy
1 job
Holly
1 job
Wixom
1 job
Allegan
1 job
Jackson
1 job
Weidman
1 job
Dearborn
1 job
Kalamazoo
1 job
Riverview
1 job

Production Engineer Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

Perrigo
Perrigo2 open roles
ALTEN
ALTEN1 open role
Eaton
Eaton1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in production engineer jobs across Michigan.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering from an accredited program
  • Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
  • Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA for process documentation
  • Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and other automotive quality systems common in Michigan plants
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and production specifications
  • Professional Engineer license issued or recognized in Michigan preferred for senior-level positions

Production Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production engineer in Michigan?

Most production engineer roles in Michigan require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering from an ABET-accredited program. While no mandatory state license is required to work as a production engineer, earning a Professional Engineer license through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs strengthens your candidacy for senior and supervisory roles. Many Michigan employers, especially in automotive, also expect familiarity with APQP processes and quality standards from day one.

Which companies hire production engineers in Michigan?

Employers hiring production engineers in Michigan right now include Perrigo, ALTEN, and Eaton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's deep concentration of automotive OEMs, tier-one suppliers, and industrial manufacturers means consistent, year-round demand for production engineering talent across the state.

Which Michigan cities have the most production engineer jobs?

Troy, Holly, and Wixom have the most production engineer openings in Michigan. Detroit and its surrounding metro drive the largest share of demand because of the density of automotive OEMs and tier-one suppliers headquartered there, while Grand Rapids and Lansing contribute steady openings tied to industrial equipment manufacturing and state government-adjacent facilities.

Are there remote production engineer jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Production engineering is largely a hands-on, plant-floor discipline, so most roles require an on-site presence. About 100% of production engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that only a portion of the work, such as process documentation, data analysis, and design review, can realistically be done off-site.

How can I get hired as a production engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to co-op or rotational engineering programs at Michigan's large automotive manufacturers, where General Motors, Stellantis, and Ford all run structured new-graduate programs that place candidates directly on production lines. Adjacent roles like quality technician, manufacturing technician, or industrial technology associate at tier-one suppliers are common stepping stones. Earning a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification and building a portfolio of process improvement projects from university coursework significantly strengthens applications.

Where can I find and apply to production engineer jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to production engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles by location or specialty, find the ones that fit your background, and apply directly through each listing.

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