Embedded Systems Engineer - Allegan Area

Job Description:

Embedded Systems Engineer | Allegan, MI

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

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in embedded systems engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Allegan seeking Embedded Systems Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

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 Allegan 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

• Designing and implementing embedded software for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshooting and debugging hardware and software issues on production lines.
• Developing and testing firmware for microcontrollers and other embedded systems.
• Collaborating with mechanical and electrical engineers to integrate embedded systems into new products.
• Optimizing existing embedded systems for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation for embedded systems and processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development for manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for real-time operating systems (RTOS) and bare-metal programming.
• Hands-on experience with microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM, PIC, AVR) and peripheral interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet).
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, in-circuit debuggers).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) beyond basic usage.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for test automation or data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and debug complex hardware/software interactions.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles applicable to embedded systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Firmware Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, IoT Engineer, Real-Time Systems Engineer, Device Driver Engineer, Embedded Linux Engineer, Microcontroller Programmer, FPGA Design Engineer, Systems Engineer (Embedded

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
Data
Offers
Test Automation
Support
BASIC
Development
Technical Documentation
Debugging
Interfaces
Operations
Analysis
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Electrical Engineering
Bash
Recruiting
Compensation
Reliability
Operating Systems
Software Development
Manufacturing
Automation
Programming
Integration
C++
Linux
Troubleshooting
Preparation
Data Analysis
Software
Testing
Documentation
Design
Engineering
Python
Communication

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