Design Engineer Jobs in Plymouth, MI

A Design Engineer in the engineering industry is primarily responsible for researching and developing new ideas for products, systems or components, and creating both initial sketches and detailed design plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They liaise with clients, manufacturers, and other professionals to understand design requirements, ensure feasibility of design, and oversee the production process. Design Engineers also test prototypes, modify designs, and ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Key skills for a Design Engineer include strong problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, proficiency in CAD software, and robust knowledge of engineering principles. Additionally, good communication and collaboration skills are crucial for liaising with different stakeholders. A degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, or related engineering field is typically required. Some employers may prefer candidates with a Professional Engineer (PE) certification. Prior experience as a Junior Engineer, CAD Technician, or Mechanical Drafter can be beneficial stepping stones towards a career as a Design Engineer.

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Structural Bridge Design Engineer

The Structural Bridge Design Engineer must have excellent communication skills and work well as a team member....

Battery Prototyping Engineer

  • Dearborn, MI (18 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dearborn, MI (18 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 15 hours ago

Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics of Materials, Materials Science and Engineering, Applied Physics or related field 2+ years of experience in the following battery categories: battery...

Product Design Engineer - Electrical

  • Wixom, MI (10 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wixom, MI (10 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 1 day ago

About The Role As a Product Design Engineer - Electrical, you will be a critical component on our product design team....

Mechanical Design Engineer Structural Dynamic

  • Ann Arbor, MI (17 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (17 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 5 days ago

engineering or equivalent.Experience with design of mechanical/mechatronic hardware.Knowledge of vibrations, dynamics, and control system modeling is ideal.Experience doing finite element analysis.Understanding...

Powertrain Design Engineer (Driveline & Transaxle)

  • Ann Arbor, MI (17 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (17 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Skills and Requirements Must Haves: Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred....

FPGA Design Engineer

  • Ann Arbor, MI (17 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (17 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 7 days ago

We need a FPGA Programming Design Engineer on our growing Ann Arbor team to assist in developing product equipment, test centers, software, and AI algorithms that power innovative capabilities that...

Closures Design Engineer

  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Design Engineering Opportunities: Automotive Closures Team is looking for a Sr. Engineer to design and deliver world leading Closures Systems for their electric vehicle platforms....

NACS Inlet Design Engineer II

  • Superior Township, MI (7 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Superior Township, MI (7 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 7 days ago

NACS Inlet Design Engineer II What You Will Do: Responsible for the hardware design & release of closure ECUs for HMC vehicle programs Learn (via training) the HMC program deliverables & milestones...

Senior Hardware Design Engineer - Central Compute

  • Milford, MI (16 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milford, MI (16 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 8 days ago

In this role, the Senior Hardware Design Engineer - Central Compute will be responsible for the technical design & development of the new Central Compute hardware platform for GM's next generation vehicles...

Senior RF Wireless Design Engineer

  • Milford, MI (16 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milford, MI (16 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Hybrid. This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren or Milford Michigan three times per week, at minimum. The Role In...

Staff Hardware Design Engineer - Central Compute

  • Milford, MI (16 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milford, MI (16 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 8 days ago

In this role, the Staff Hardware Design Engineer - Central Compute will lead and be responsible for the complete technical design & development of a variant of Central Compute hardware for GM's next...

CAD Design Engineer UG-NX

  • Bridgewater, MI (23 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bridgewater, MI (23 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 10 days ago

CAD Design Engineer -- UG-NX****Location: Farmington Hills, MI****Job Description:****Summary:**We are seeking a skilled CAD Design Engineer with expertise in UG-NX to support drafting and CAD modeling...

Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 10 days ago

Supervisory Responsibility: None, but may informally lead other design engineers on assigned projects/tasks....

Software Design Engineer

  • Farmington Hills, MI (11 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (11 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 10 days ago

General Responsibilities: The Software Design Engineer is primarily responsible for developing software component design specifications, based on the software architecture design specification....

Sr Industrial Design Engineer, EU Engineering Excellence

  • Milan, MI (20 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Milan, MI (20 miles from Plymouth, MI)
  • 14 days ago

The role will require a strong background in mechanical engineering, automation, system optimization, and controls to enhance the efficiency and reliability of our operations....

Demographic Data for Plymouth, MI

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Design Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Virtual Building Design for Engineers Using Autodesk Revit
This course is a beginners guide to Autodesk Revit software. Students will learn the fundamentals of Autodesk Revits functionality and how Design Professionals and Project Teams use Autodesk...
Revit for Structural Engineers
Learn how to model basic building structural systems in Autodesk Revit. Building Information Modeling (BIM) has initiated a sea change in the way that buildings are designed and constructed. Old...
Mathematical Optimization for Engineers
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Salary for Design Engineer Jobs in Plymouth, MI

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Highest Education Level

Design Engineers in Plymouth, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.0%
Master's Degree
30.5%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Design Engineers in Plymouth, MI
4-6 years
26.4%
2-4 years
25.9%
6-8 years
17.6%
Less than 1 year
10.4%
1-2 years
7.0%
8-10 years
5.9%
None
4.2%
10+ years
2.6%


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