Embedded Systems Engineer - Grand Rapids Area

Job Description:

Embedded Systems Engineer | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $84,000 - $129,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented 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 advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grand Rapids 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 partner with manufacturers across Grand Rapids seeking Embedded Systems Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and debug embedded systems in production environments.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software with new and existing devices.
• Develop and maintain firmware for industrial control systems.
• Optimize embedded code for real-time performance and resource utilization.
• Participate in the full product lifecycle, from concept to deployment and support.
• Conduct root cause analysis for system failures and implement corrective actions.

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 real-time operating systems (RTOS) in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming for microcontrollers and microprocessors.
• Hands-on experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters) and in-circuit debuggers/emulators.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, CAN, Profibus).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus TCP).
• Familiarity with functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508, ISO 13849).
• Proficiency in real-time operating systems (RTOS) like FreeRTOS or Zephyr.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Firmware Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, IoT Engineer, Real-Time Systems Engineer, Systems Engineer (Embedded), Robotics Engineer (Embedded), DSP Engineer (Embedded), ASIC Design Engineer (Embedded Focus), FPGA Design Engineer (Embedded Focus

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
Offers
Robotics
Support
Development
Root Cause Analysis
Debugging
ROOT
Analysis
Salary
Hiring
Version Control
Partnerships
Corrective Actions
Electrical Engineering
Recruiting
Compensation
Agile
Operating Systems
Software Development
Manufacturing
Programming
Integration
C++
Preparation
Software
Git
Design
Engineering
Communication

Salary Package:
$ 84,000.00 - 129,000.00 (US Dollar)