Embedded Systems Engineer - Kentwood Area
Job Description
Job Description
Embedded Systems Engineer | Kentwood, MI
Salary Range: $78,000 - $123,000 depending on experience
Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Kentwood seeking 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 Kentwood 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 existing embedded systems in production environments.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software and hardware components.
- Develop and execute test plans for embedded systems to ensure reliability and performance.
- Optimize embedded code for real-time performance and resource efficiency.
- Maintain detailed documentation of embedded system designs, code, and test procedures.
- Provide technical support for manufacturing operations related to embedded systems.
Recommended Qualifications
- Bachelor'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 microcontroller programming and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
- Demonstrated ability to debug hardware and software issues on embedded systems.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) beyond basic implementations.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus).
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex hardware/software interactions in a production environment.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) for test automation or data analysis.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Embedded C Engineer, RTOS Engineer, IoT Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, Device Driver Developer, Embedded Linux Engineer, Microcontroller Programmer, Systems 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.
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