UX Designer

UX Designer

Detroit, MI – Hybrid (2+ days onsite). Full‑time, paid $60‑$65 per hour. 6+ month extension / conversion potential. EST hours required.

We’re looking for a UX Designer to support digital platforms across energy, utility, and public sector programs. This role focuses on designing intuitive user experiences across portals, internal tools, and program workflows. We need a full‑cycle UX professional who can leverage low‑to‑high‑fidelity design, qualitative research, and user‑centered methodologies to deliver scalable digital experiences.

• Design UX for digital products and portals.
• Conduct research and develop user journeys.
• Translate requirements into design solutions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and leadership stakeholders.
• Present and iterate on design concepts.

• 5+ years UX design experience.
• Case study style portfolio.
• Experience with user‑centric qualitative research.
• Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, and high‑fidelity designs.
• Process‑driven, iterative, strategic UX professional who values collaboration, ownership, and stakeholder engagement.

• Hourly salary of $60‑$65.
• Optional discretionary bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, please contact

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