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Design Developer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

eShocan

Design Engineer

Livonia, MI · On-site

Design Engineer: Concept engineering and feasibility study for exterior trim components. Design and develop front and rear trim, structural components, closures, body fascias, grilles, and exterior ...

Reliance One

Design Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Design Engineer - Engine Systems Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States $50-55/hour Contract Opportunity * Full-time contract opportunity * Benefits begin on day one, including medical, dental, and ...

NTN Bearing Corp.

Design Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

Come and be a part of our over 100-year history as a CAD/Design Engineer ! NTN Bearing Corporation (NBCA) is a major division of a multinational manufacturing company providing highly engineered and ...

F.tech R&D North America, Inc.

Design Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$70K - $77K/yr

DESIGN ENGINEER Location: Troy, MI or Troy, OH (we have a position open in both MI and OH locations) Salary Range: $64,000-75,000 The Design Engineer's two core responsibilities will include the ...

Alamo Group

Design Engineer

Winn, MI · On-site

The Design Engineer will be assigned design projects for product modifications and new products employing steel fabrication, weldments, diesel and gasoline engines, drive trains, hydraulics and ...

Morbark LLC

Design Engineer

Winn, MI · On-site

The Design Engineer will be assigned design projects for product modifications and new products employing steel fabrication, weldments, diesel and gasoline engines, drive trains, hydraulics and ...

Future Soft IT

Product Design Engineer

Rochester Hills, MI

$118K - $142K/yr

Product Design Engineer I - Location: Rochester Hills, Michigan Wintegrity is searching for a Product Design Engineer I to join a leading automotive supplier in Rochester Hills, MI. This position is ...

AVL DiTEST

System Design Engineer

Plymouth, MI · On-site +1

$95K - $130K/yr

The System Design Engineer is responsible for the design, integration, and technical execution of advanced emissions measurement and test systems supporting automotive, heavy-duty, non-road ...

AVL LIST GmbH

System Design Engineer

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

The System Design Engineer is responsible for the design, integration, and technical execution of advanced emissions measurement and test systems supporting automotive, heavy-duty, non-road ...

DISHER

Design Engineering Manager

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

Design Engineering Manager - Grand Rapids, MI DISHER is currently partnering with a world leader in the design and manufacture of fluid application systems for the industrial market. Their main focus ...

DISHER

Design Engineer

Zeeland, MI · On-site

DISHER is currently seeking a Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will bring advanced experience in mechanical engineering design and product development, designing, developing, and ...

DISHER

Design Engineer

Zeeland, MI · On-site

DISHER is currently seeking a Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will bring advanced experience in mechanical engineering design and product development, designing, developing, and ...

DISHER

Design Engineer

Zeeland, MI

DISHER is currently seeking a Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will bring advanced experience in mechanical engineering design and product development, designing, developing, and ...

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How much do design developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for design developer in Michigan is $112,739.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,400.00 and $136,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Design Developer vs Graphic Designer?

AspectDesign DeveloperGraphic Designer
CredentialsTypically holds a degree in design, computer science, or related fields; may have coding certificationsUsually has a degree or diploma in graphic design or visual arts
Work EnvironmentWorks on digital interfaces, websites, and applications, often collaborating with developersFocuses on visual content creation for print and digital media
Industry UsageCommon in tech, web development, and digital product companiesPrevalent in advertising, publishing, and branding agencies

Design Developers combine design skills with coding knowledge to create functional digital products, while Graphic Designers focus on visual aesthetics and branding. Both roles require creativity, but Design Developers are more involved in the technical implementation of designs for digital platforms.

What does a design developer do?

A design developer combines design skills with development expertise to create functional and visually appealing digital products, such as websites and applications. They often work with design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and coding languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to implement designs and ensure usability. Strong collaboration with designers and developers is essential in this role.
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Infographic showing various Design Developer job openings in Michigan as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,739 per year, or $54.2 per hour.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Engineering and Manufacturing Company

Novi, MI • On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer –Capital Equipment – Direct Hire


A multinational company with a facility in the Novi, MI area is currently seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a Direct Hire opportunity with their growing engineering team. These are exciting opportunities for Mechanical Design Engineers looking for a company that offers excellent career growth, challenging custom engineering projects, strong technical leadership, outstanding benefits, and long-term stability.


Local candidates are preferred, but relocation assistance may be available for well-qualified candidates.


Mechanical Design Engineer salaries are anticipated to be around $100,000 annually, based on each candidate's experience and education. All well-qualified candidates will be considered regardless of pay rate.


Qualified Mechanical Design Engineers will have most, if not all, of the following skills and experience:


  • 3+ years of recent and relevant Mechanical Design Engineering experience within capital equipment, industrial machinery, automation, or custom equipment manufacturing
  • 3+ years of recent experience using SolidWorks to develop 3D models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings is highly preferred
  • Experience designing custom mechanical equipment, weldments, fabricated assemblies, and large industrial machinery
  • Experience developing Bills of Materials (BOMs), equipment layouts, and manufacturing documentation
  • Knowledge of combustion systems, thermal processing equipment, or heat treat systems is a plus
  • Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
  • Must be willing to travel occasionally to customer sites and manufacturing facilities to support equipment installation, startup, testing, and troubleshooting as required.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline is preferred, but equivalent capital equipment design experience will be strongly considered.