Embedded Systems Engineer - Ludington Area

Job Description:

Embedded Systems Engineer | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 - $122,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in embedded systems engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Ludington seeking experienced Embedded Systems Engineers to drive results.

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 partnering with organizations in Ludington that are seeking Embedded Systems Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement firmware for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and debug embedded systems in production environments.
• Develop and maintain software for real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate embedded systems with new products.
• Create and execute test plans for embedded software and hardware.
• Optimize embedded code for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing test and assembly processes.

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++ for bare-metal and RTOS-based embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM Cortex-M) and peripheral interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Familiarity with hardware-software integration, debugging tools, and test equipment.

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) for embedded applications.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for embedded systems.
• Experience with vision systems or robotics integration.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Firmware Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, IoT Engineer, Real-time Embedded Engineer, Systems Design Engineer, Robotics Software Engineer, Device Driver Engineer, FPGA Engineer, Microcontroller Programmer

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.

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Electrical Engineering
Recruiting
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Operating Systems
Software Development
Manufacturing
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Technical Support
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Engineering
Communication

Salary Package:
$ 77,000.00 - 122,000.00 (US Dollar)