Robotics & Automation

68 % percent of Michigan's robotics companies are in Oakland County.

85 Robotics & Automation firms in Oakland County employ over 4,400 people. Some of the companies that chose us:

The Oakland County Competitive Robotics Association (OCCRA) seeks to increase the number of high school students involved in competitive robotics. OCCRA generates enthusiasm for technical and academic disciplines like design, engineering, physics and electronics. Participants learn about the diverse technical career options available in Michigan.

10 Michigan universities offer 16 research centers and laboratories for Robotics & Automation companies. Over 35 robotics related research projects are currently being conducted at the universities.

Resources to support Michigan-based Robotics Automation firms include: Robotics Industry Association World Headquarters, Michigan Manufacturers Association, National Center for Manufacturing Sciences and Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center

Our Emerging Sectors initiative targeting Robotics & Automation has resulted in more than $21 million of new investment and over 220 new jobs for the region in just the past five years.