As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Grand Rapids, MI is $87,221, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,677 weekly, or $7,268 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Embedded Systems Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Embedded Systems Engineer in Grand Rapids, MI vary widely, spanning from $73,086 to $100,803. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($79,822) and 75th percentile ($94,330), while top earners (90th percentile) make $100,803 per year. This $14,508 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Risk Management or Operating System, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Grand Rapids Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. However, Grand Rapids currently ranks 524 statewide for Embedded Systems Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Embedded Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $73,086 Grand Rapids, MI June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $79,822 Grand Rapids, MI June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $87,221 Grand Rapids, MI June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $94,330 Grand Rapids, MI June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $100,803 Grand Rapids, MI June 01, 2026
25% $79,822 10% $73,086 90% $100,803 75% $94,330 $87,221 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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About Grand Rapids, Michigan    Grand Rapids is the second-largest city in Michigan, and the largest city in West Michigan. It is on the Grand River about 30 miles (48 km) east of La....More

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