Embedded Systems Engineer - Charlotte Area job in Charlotte

The Pivot Group
Charlotte, United States of America
8 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
$ 129K

Job location

Charlotte, United States of America

Tech stack

Data analysis
Automation of Tests
Communications Protocols
Computer Programming
Computer Engineering
Software Debugging
Device Drivers
Embedded Software
Ethernet
EtherCAT
Firmware
Python
Modbus
Real-Time Operating Systems
Systems Integration
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Robot Operating System
PIC Microcontroller
GIT
Software Version Control

Job description

  • Design and develop embedded firmware for manufacturing equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and debug existing embedded systems in production environments.
  • Implement and test communication protocols for industrial automation.
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate new sensors and actuators.
  • Optimize firmware for performance, reliability, and real-time constraints.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for embedded software and hardware.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in embedded software development for manufacturing or industrial applications.
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming for microcontrollers and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  • Experience with hardware-software integration, debugging, and testing of embedded systems.
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherNet/IP, CAN) and sensor integration.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and optimize firmware for performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) beyond basic usage.
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) for test automation or data analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with version control systems (e.g., Git) in a collaborative environment.
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Benefits & conditions

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Salary Package: $ 84,000.00 - 129,000.00 (US Dollar)

About the company

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Charlotte seeking Embedded Systems Engineers. We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out., The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org., 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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.

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