Embedded Systems Engineer | Otsego, MI

Salary Range: $84,000 - $129,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Otsego seeking Embedded Systems Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Otsego 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 automation systems.
• Integrate embedded systems with existing production machinery, PLCs, and SCADA systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to embedded systems on the manufacturing floor to minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain documentation for embedded system designs, code, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, mechanical, electrical) to define system requirements and implement solutions.
• Optimize existing embedded systems for performance, reliability, and efficiency in a high-volume production environment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.
• Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M) and their peripherals (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, ADC).
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and bare-metal programming.
• Ability to read schematics, use debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers), and perform hardware bring-up.
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, CAN, EtherCAT) and sensor integration.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Familiarity with PLC programming concepts or SCADA systems.
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT).
• Experience developing automated test fixtures for production environments.
• Knowledge of quality control methodologies in electronics manufacturing.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Embedded Systems Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Embedded Firmware Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Embedded Engineer, IoT Engineer, Real-Time Embedded Engineer, Microcontroller Engineer, Embedded Systems Developer, Senior Embedded Systems Engineer, Lead Embedded Systems Engineer, Hardware Engineer (Embedded Focus

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.