Embedded Systems Engineer | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $128,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in embedded systems engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Paw Paw seeking experienced Embedded Systems Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Paw Paw 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 hardware and firmware for manufacturing equipment and control systems.
• Implement and debug real-time embedded software for factory automation, robotics, and industrial IoT applications.
• Integrate embedded systems with sensors, actuators, PLCs, and other industrial control components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to embedded system performance, reliability, and connectivity on the production floor.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to define system requirements and optimize solutions for production efficiency and yield.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for embedded system designs, code, and test procedures.
• Support the deployment, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of embedded systems in a manufacturing environment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded software development.
• Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., ARM, PIC) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Strong understanding of hardware-software interaction and debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG).
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, CAN, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET).
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET, OPC UA).
• Familiarity with industrial control systems (ICS) or programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles applied to operational technology (OT) environments.
• Experience integrating embedded systems with cloud platforms or data analytics tools for manufacturing optimization.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Embedded Systems Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, IoT Engineer, Real-Time Embedded Engineer, Embedded Developer, Microcontroller Engineer, Embedded Systems Architect, Embedded C/C++ 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.