Professional Engineer Jobs in Michigan
Professional Engineer jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, with the state's deep manufacturing base, automotive engineering legacy, and growing infrastructure investment driving openings at every level from early-career engineers through senior project leads. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor account for most of the hiring activity, where established employers such as Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Consumers Energy maintain substantial engineering workforces. Structural, mechanical, and civil engineering specialties see the most consistent openings, alongside growing demand in environmental and systems engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is responsible for managing, researching, designing, planning, and/or performing engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is involved in the engineer constructing, operating and maintaining of wastewater control systems and may also supervise other staff who assist with wastewater functions. This position may act as an engineering advisor and liaison for the division between various federal agencies, state agencies and local communities.
Purpose/Description
The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is responsible for managing, researching, designing, planning, and/or performing engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is involved in the engineer constructing, operating and maintaining of wastewater control systems and may also supervise other staff who assist with wastewater functions. This position may act as an engineering advisor and liaison for the division between various federal agencies, state agencies and local communities.
Required Tasks
- Provides technical supervision for wastewater/stormwater/drains operation and maintenance duties, including troubleshooting process and equipment problems at various wastewater/stormwater/drains facilities.
- Leads the wastewater/stormwater/drains leadership team wherein duties include the gathering and analysis of process data, the development of technical recommendations for operational improvement, follow-up communication with operations staff, and assistance in report generation.
- Develops and manages capital improvements and operations and maintenance budgets, including budgets for outside consultant contracts.
- Leads the project planning process, including capital improvements plans for wastewater/stormwater/drains by evaluating needs and providing technical assistance for the identification and analysis of improvement alternatives, and the selection of a final course of action.
- Provides technical review of consultant-developed plans and specifications for improvement projects.
- Provides input, as owner representative, on construction phase projects. Tasks include technical review of shop drawings; independent assessment of the recommended improvements and inspection of the quality and progress of construction; assistance in the coordination of treatment operations and construction efforts; and participation in the testing, start-up and training aspects of construction projects.
- Leads the ESD asset management program, including establishing and maintaining an accurate equipment and inventory database that provides detail on equipment conditions and performs ranking functions to update improvement needs of facilities under the County's jurisdiction.
- Designs engineering improvements for wastewater/stormwater/drains for implementation by County staff.
- Conducts special engineering studies, including pilot studies of new equipment, or procedures, as requested by Environmental Services Group management.
- Manages as-built drawing inventory and makes necessary revisions following any construction activity
- Manages stormwater construction projects, including County drain petition projects
- Directs staff in the specification of new or replacement equipment.
- Provides technical leadership on operations and engineering solutions to mitigate hazards and maintain safe workspaces for field operations.
- Serve as a liaison between the County and non-County entities and communicates with and/or submits reports to third parties, including, but not limited to, consultants, customer communities, and regulatory agencies.
- Trains new staff and performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience/Educational Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Geological Engineering, or a closely related engineering degree, such as Chemical, Mechanical and Industrial will be considered; AND
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Michigan; AND
- At least six (6) years of Civil, Environmental, Geological, Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering experience, with at least three (3) years of experience in project management; AND
- A valid State of Michigan Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.
Candidates who meet the qualifications will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for consideration.
The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is responsible for managing, researching, designing, planning, and/or performing engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is involved in the engineer constructing, operating and maintaining of wastewater control systems and may also supervise other staff who assist with wastewater functions. This position may act as an engineering advisor and liaison for the division between various federal agencies, state agencies and local communities.
Purpose/Description
The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is responsible for managing, researching, designing, planning, and/or performing engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is involved in the engineer constructing, operating and maintaining of wastewater control systems and may also supervise other staff who assist with wastewater functions. This position may act as an engineering advisor and liaison for the division between various federal agencies, state agencies and local communities.
Required Tasks
- Provides technical supervision for wastewater/stormwater/drains operation and maintenance duties, including troubleshooting process and equipment problems at various wastewater/stormwater/drains facilities.
- Leads the wastewater/stormwater/drains leadership team wherein duties include the gathering and analysis of process data, the development of technical recommendations for operational improvement, follow-up communication with operations staff, and assistance in report generation.
- Develops and manages capital improvements and operations and maintenance budgets, including budgets for outside consultant contracts.
- Leads the project planning process, including capital improvements plans for wastewater/stormwater/drains by evaluating needs and providing technical assistance for the identification and analysis of improvement alternatives, and the selection of a final course of action.
- Provides technical review of consultant-developed plans and specifications for improvement projects.
- Provides input, as owner representative, on construction phase projects. Tasks include technical review of shop drawings; independent assessment of the recommended improvements and inspection of the quality and progress of construction; assistance in the coordination of treatment operations and construction efforts; and participation in the testing, start-up and training aspects of construction projects.
- Leads the ESD asset management program, including establishing and maintaining an accurate equipment and inventory database that provides detail on equipment conditions and performs ranking functions to update improvement needs of facilities under the County's jurisdiction.
- Designs engineering improvements for wastewater/stormwater/drains for implementation by County staff.
- Conducts special engineering studies, including pilot studies of new equipment, or procedures, as requested by Environmental Services Group management.
- Manages as-built drawing inventory and makes necessary revisions following any construction activity
- Manages stormwater construction projects, including County drain petition projects
- Directs staff in the specification of new or replacement equipment.
- Provides technical leadership on operations and engineering solutions to mitigate hazards and maintain safe workspaces for field operations.
- Serve as a liaison between the County and non-County entities and communicates with and/or submits reports to third parties, including, but not limited to, consultants, customer communities, and regulatory agencies.
- Trains new staff and performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience/Educational Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Geological Engineering, or a closely related engineering degree, such as Chemical, Mechanical and Industrial will be considered; AND
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Michigan; AND
- At least six (6) years of Civil, Environmental, Geological, Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering experience, with at least three (3) years of experience in project management; AND
- A valid State of Michigan Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.
Candidates who meet the qualifications will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for consideration.
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- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
- Minimum four years of progressive engineering experience under a licensed Professional Engineer
- Proficiency in discipline-specific design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or SolidWorks
- Experience managing engineering projects from concept through permitting, construction, or production
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client, agency, and cross-functional collaboration
Professional Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a professional engineer in Michigan?
To become a professional engineer in Michigan, you must earn a bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam to become an Engineer in Training, accumulate at least four years of qualifying experience under a licensed PE, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam. Licensure is issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), which oversees all PE applications and renewals in the state.
How much do professional engineers make in Michigan?
Professional engineers in Michigan earn a median of about $92,100 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,920 for the lowest 10% to over $130,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire professional engineers in Michigan?
Employers hiring professional engineers in Michigan right now include Wayne County, Wayne County, Michigan, and WAYNE COUNTY GOVERNMENT, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's automotive manufacturing concentration means many openings sit with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and engineering consultancies serving the industrial corridor.
Which Michigan cities have the most professional engineer jobs?
Detroit, Allendale, and Auburn Hills have the most professional engineer openings in Michigan. Detroit anchors demand through automotive OEMs, infrastructure projects, and large industrial contractors, while Grand Rapids draws on advanced manufacturing and construction engineering, and Ann Arbor benefits from university-affiliated research, tech-adjacent engineering firms, and proximity to major automotive campuses.
Are there remote professional engineer jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since professional engineering often requires site visits, stamped drawings, and hands-on project oversight. About 67% of professional engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with most of those concentrated in roles focused on modeling, analysis, and design review rather than field or construction-phase work.
How can I get hired as a professional engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or junior engineer after passing the FE exam, which signals technical readiness without requiring a PE license. Large Michigan employers such as Ford, General Motors, and municipal engineering departments run structured new-graduate programs and rotational engineering tracks. Civil and structural consulting firms throughout Metro Detroit and Grand Rapids also hire EITs for site support and drafting roles that build toward licensure.
Where can I find and apply to professional engineer jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to professional engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that match your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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