Embedded Systems Engineer - East Lansing Area

Job Description

Job Description

Embedded Systems Engineer | East Lansing, MI

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

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in embedded systems engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in East Lansing seeking experienced Embedded Systems Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in East Lansing that are adding Embedded Systems Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded firmware for manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Integrate embedded hardware and software components into production machinery and test fixtures.
• Diagnose and resolve complex embedded system issues on the production floor to minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement robust testing protocols for embedded systems to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
• Optimize embedded software for performance, efficiency, and reliability in high-volume production processes.
• Maintain and upgrade existing embedded control systems for legacy manufacturing equipment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded firmware development on microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M).
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and bare-metal programming for industrial applications.
• Ability to read schematics, debug hardware using oscilloscopes/logic analyzers, and bring up new boards.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, CAN, EtherCAT) and sensor/actuator integration.
• Experience with firmware testing, validation, and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose embedded system issues in manufacturing environments.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) principles.
• Understanding of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) or SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems (ICS) or IoT devices.
• Experience integrating embedded systems with automated test equipment (ATE) or manufacturing execution systems (MES).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Embedded Developer, IoT Engineer, Real-time Embedded Engineer, Microcontroller Engineer, Embedded Hardware Engineer, Embedded Systems Developer

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.