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Embedded Systems Engineer - Grandville Area

The Pivot Group, Grandville, MI, United States


Job Description:

Embedded Systems Engineer | Grandville, MI

Salary Range:

$78,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional 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 in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Grandville 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 Grandville 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, develop, and test embedded software and hardware for manufacturing equipment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications for production lines.
Troubleshoot and debug complex embedded systems issues in a manufacturing environment.
Implement and maintain real-time operating systems (RTOS) and firmware for industrial control systems.
Optimize embedded system performance and reliability for high-volume manufacturing processes.
Develop and execute test plans for new and existing embedded systems to ensure quality and functionality on the factory floor.
Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel on embedded system operation and maintenance.
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-software integration, debugging, and testing of embedded systems.
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 industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus).
Familiarity with functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 13849, IEC 61508).
Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000).
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) in a production environment.
Understanding of manufacturing execution systems (MES) and their integration with embedded systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Embedded Systems Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Hardware Engineer (with embedded focus), IoT Engineer, Robotics Engineer (embedded focus), PCB Design Engineer (embedded focus), Real-Time Embedded Engineer, DSP 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 https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 https://www.thepivotgroup.org. 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
• Robotics
• Access
• Support
• Development
• Debugging
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Electrical Engineering
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Reliability
• Operating Systems
• Software Development
• Manufacturing
• Specifications
• Programming
• Integration
• Technical Support
• C++
• Preparation
• Software
• Testing
• Maintenance
• Design
• Engineering
• Training
• Communication

Salary Package:
$ 78,000.00 - 123,000.00 (US Dollar)