Embedded Systems Engineer - Portage Area

Job Description:

Embedded Systems Engineer | Portage, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 - $130,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in embedded systems engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Portage seeking experienced Embedded Systems Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Portage that are adding Embedded Systems Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement firmware for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and debug embedded systems during production.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate new components and systems.
• Develop and maintain real-time operating systems for industrial control.
• Optimize embedded software for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct testing and validation of embedded systems to meet quality standards.
• Provide technical support for deployed embedded systems in manufacturing facilities.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development for manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming for microcontrollers and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Hands-on experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters).
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Experience with sensor integration, motor control, and data acquisition systems in manufacturing.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) beyond basic scheduling.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET, CAN).
• Knowledge of functional safety standards and their application in embedded systems (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 61508).
• Proficiency in hardware description languages (VHDL/Verilog) for FPGA/ASIC design.
• Demonstrated ability to debug complex hardware/software interactions using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Firmware Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Hardware Engineer, IoT Engineer, Real-time Systems Engineer, Embedded Hardware Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, ASIC Design Engineer, FPGA Design Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at ;br>
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
Resume
Protocol
Data
Offers
Robotics
Support
BASIC
Development
Debugging
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Electrical Engineering
Recruiting
Compensation
Validation
Components
Reliability
Operating Systems
Software Development
Manufacturing
Programming
Integration
Technical Support
C++
Scheduling
Preparation
Software
Testing
Design
Engineering
Communication

Salary Package:
$ 85,000.00 - 130,000.00 (US Dollar)