Engineering Jobs in Lowell Michigan

Senior UI/UX Designer

Contract 6+ months

Ada Michigan (Onsite role)

Interview mode : In-person

This is a W2 accepted role. Due to the nature of the project sponsorship is not available on this position.

Overview

As a Senior Designer, you turn ambiguous problems into shipped, measurable outcomes. You lead the design for a product or pod, bridging the gap between user needs, business strategy, and engineering feasibility. You don't just design interfaces; you raise the bar for the entire design organization.

Responsibilities

Strategic Discovery

• Lead discovery to define problems and user needs
• Translate insights into clear product opportunities and testable hypotheses

End-to-End Execution

• Design high-quality, accessible interfaces (Web/iOS/Android)
• Create user flows that move the needle on KPIs like activation and task success

AI-Augmented Workflow

• Leverage generative AI tools to accelerate ideation
• Automate repetitive tasks (e.g., component variations, documentation)
• Synthesize large-scale research data

System Ownership

• Evolve design systems (tokens, components, patterns)
• Drive adoption and governance across platforms with 'accessibility by default'

Technical Collaboration

• Partner deeply with Engineering and PMs to refine requirements
• Navigate technical constraints
• Ensure high-quality Design QA

Leadership & Mentorship

• Elevate team standards through critiques and documented decision-making
• Mentor mid/junior designers in craft and strategy

Required Skills

• Product Thinking: Ability to link design decisions directly to business models and success metrics (CSAT, North Star metrics)
• Figma Expertise: Expert-level proficiency including Auto Layout 6.0, Multimode Variables, and logic-driven prototyping
• AI Literacy: Proficiency in AI-driven design tools (e.g., Figma AI/Make)
• Research Synthesis: Ability to use AI tools (e.g., Co-Pilot) to distill user interviews and feedback
• Universal Design: Deep knowledge of WCAG 2.2 standards and ethical design patterns
• Ability to communicate strong, evidence-based points of view and seek feedback

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and/or Related Experience

• Full-stack designer comfortable with UX and UI Design
• Skilled at providing UX deliverables: wireframes, user flows, journey maps
• Ability to create solutions for interface and interaction design challenges
• Experience creating low/high-fidelity designs and interactive prototypes
• Ability to articulate user needs into design solutions
• Iterative design based on feedback, data, and constraints
• Ability to clearly articulate design rationale
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience creating UI/UX specifications
• Up-to-date with design trends and techniques
• Attention to detail and craftsmanship
• Strong English communication skills
• Ability to work with global teams
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Expert-level Figma user
• Curiosity about human behavior and data-driven mindset
• Continuous learning in UX and design

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and/or Related Experience

• User research and usability testing experience
• Graphic design skills and knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud
• Experience with design system component libraries
• Relevant major or related field of study
• Fluent in prompt engineering

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Experience Design or related field

Experience required:

• 6+ years of relevant experience

Job Title: Senior UI/UX Product Designer

Location: Ada, MI

Duration: 6-Month Contract (Extension Possible)

Payrate: $60/hr on W2

Shift: 1st shift (8AM - 5 PM M-F)

We’re looking for a Senior UI/UX Specialist (6+ years experience) to lead end-to-end product design across web and mobile platforms. This is a hands-on, strategic role for a full-stack designer who can turn complex business challenges into intuitive, measurable user experiences.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead discovery and translate user insights into product strategy.
• Design high-quality, accessible Web/iOS/Android experiences.
• Own and evolve design systems (tokens, components, patterns).
• Partner closely with Product & Engineering teams.
• Drive measurable impact on KPIs (activation, task success, CSAT).
• Leverage AI tools (Figma AI, Co-Pilot) to accelerate design workflows.

What We’re Looking For:

• 6+ years in UI/UX or Product Design.
• Expert-level Figma skills (Auto Layout, variables, prototyping logic).
• Strong product thinking & KPI-driven mindset.
• Deep knowledge of WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in HCI, Experience Design, Graphic Design, or related field preferred.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.