Embedded Systems Engineer - Spring Lake Area

Job Description

Job Description

Embedded Systems Engineer | Spring Lake, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $127,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in embedded systems engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Spring Lake seeking experienced Embedded Systems Engineers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Spring Lake 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, develop, and test embedded hardware and firmware for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Integrate embedded systems with existing factory automation, PLCs, robotics, and SCADA systems.
• Develop and implement real-time control algorithms for precision manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot and debug embedded systems on the production floor, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Optimize existing embedded solutions for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency in a manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, production) to define system requirements.
• Develop robust communication protocols for data acquisition and control in industrial settings.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.
• Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M) and their peripherals.
• Ability to read schematics, troubleshoot hardware, and utilize debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer).
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, CAN, EtherCAT) and sensor integration.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and low-level driver development.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Familiarity with PLC programming or SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for test automation or data analysis.
• Experience with advanced hardware debugging tools (e.g., logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Embedded Systems Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, IoT Engineer, Device Engineer, Embedded Developer, Firmware Developer, Embedded Software Developer, Microcontroller Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.