Embedded Systems Engineer — From Prototype to Production

The Pivot Group Careers; Hart (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to join a Hart, MI team supporting regional manufacturing partners. The role focuses on firmware development, hardware interfacing, and production-line support for embedded controllers used in production equipment.

Key duties include documenting code and procedures, bench-testing firmware, and collaborating with controls engineers to reduce downtime while updating legacy systems to current safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field.
• Experience writing embedded C or C for microcontrollers.
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience in manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong written documentation habits for code and test records.

Responsibilities

• Document code, wiring, and test procedures for maintenance teams.
• Run bench tests and validate firmware against performance requirements.
• Work with controls and process engineers to resolve downtime causes.
• Update legacy embedded code to meet current safety and quality standards.
• Write and maintain firmware for embedded controllers used on production equipment.
• Debug hardware and software issues on the factory floor.
• Integrate sensors, motors, and communication interfaces into control systems.
• Support new equipment builds from prototype through production launch.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Electrical schematics

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to join a Hart, MI team supporting regional manufacturing partners. The role focuses on firmware development, hardware interfacing, and production-line support for embedded controllers used in production equipment.

Key duties include documenting code and procedures, bench-testing firmware, and collaborating with controls engineers to reduce downtime while updating legacy systems to current safety and quality standards.