Embedded Systems Engineer - Wayland Area

Job Description:

Embedded Systems Engineer | Wayland, MI

Salary Range: $80,000 - $125,000 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 Wayland 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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Wayland region seeking Embedded Systems Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates-not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement firmware for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot and debug embedded systems in production environments.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate and test new control systems.
• Develop and maintain documentation for embedded software and systems.
• Optimize existing embedded systems for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Participate in the full product development lifecycle, from concept to deployment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or similar.
• Demonstrated experience in hardware-software integration and debugging using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG/SWD debuggers.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet) relevant to industrial automation.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and the ability to design robust, reliable embedded systems for factory environments.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus).
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) like FreeRTOS or Zephyr.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 61508).
• Proficiency in hardware debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Embedded Systems Developer, IoT Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, Real-Time Embedded Engineer, DSP Engineer, Robotics Software Engineer, Automotive Embedded 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
Offers
Robotics
Access
Support
Development
Debugging
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Electrical Engineering
Recruiting
Compensation
Product Development
Reliability
Operating Systems
Manufacturing
Automation
Integration
C++
Preparation
Software
Documentation
Design
Engineering
Communication

Salary Package:
$ 80,000.00 - 125,000.00 (US Dollar)