Global Automotive Industrialization Engineer | Travel-Ready

Bosch Portugal; Almada; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Portugal is seeking an Industrialization Engineer to lead the development and implementation of production equipment and tooling for an international automotive program. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across Project Management, Purchasing, Quality and Operations to drive feasibility, equipment selection and ramp-up.

The role requires 5+ years in industrialization or manufacturing engineering, strong technical acumen in equipment design, and capability to work with suppliers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in industrialization, manufacturing engineering or new program launches.
• Experience with production equipment lifecycle: specs, RFQ, supplier selection, design, FAT/SAT, installation and ramp-up.
• Fluency in Portuguese; French/Spanish valued; strong cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate key industrialization activities across the program launch, ensuring milestones and ramp-up targets are met.
• Prepare technical specifications and equipment requirements aligned with safety, production, maintenance and quality.
• Lead RFQ and supplier selection, technical reviews, and FAT/SAT processes with equipment vendors.
• Ensure availability of resources for installation, commissioning, start-up and production ramp-up.
• Travel frequently to Portugal, Spain and France to support international stakeholders.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

Lean Manufacturing

3D CAD software

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering

CTeSP or equivalent with relevant experience

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

High availability for international travel About the Opportunity

We are looking for an

to join an international automotive Tier 1 environment and support the industrial launch of a new automotive program awarded by a global OEM. The successful candidate will integrate an existing project team and work closely with

Project Management and Industrialization

functions, supporting the implementation and ramp‑up of the industrial process across manufacturing sites and suppliers in

Portugal, Spain and France. This is a hands‑on role covering the full industrialization cycle, from feasibility and equipment specification through supplier management, equipment acceptance, installation, process capability and production ramp‑up. The Role

The Industrialization Engineer will be responsible for the development and implementation of

production equipment, machinery and tooling, acting as a key point of contact throughout the industrial launch until full‑rate production. The role requires strong coordination skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally with internal teams, equipment suppliers and international stakeholders. Reporting to:

Industrialization Manager Key interfaces:

Production, Project Management, Purchasing, Project Quality, Maintenance, Sales, Laboratory, external suppliers and customers. Key Responsibilities

Industrial Launch & Program Management

Coordinate key industrialization activities throughout the program launch, including feasibility studies, risk analysis, program milestones, capacity readiness and production ramp‑up. Ensure effective coordination between

Project Management, Purchasing, Quality, Operations and external suppliers. Monitor industrialization milestones, identify risks and deviations, and provide regular progress updates to the relevant stakeholders. Support the preparation and follow‑up of industrial readiness activities leading to serial production. Ensure that industrialization objectives are achieved in terms of

quality, cost, timing and production capacity. Conduct

technical feasibility studies and time studies. Prepare technical specifications and

equipment requirements, ensuring alignment with safety, production, maintenance and quality requirements. Participate in

RFQ and supplier consultation processes

and support the selection of machinery, tooling and equipment suppliers. Lead technical reviews with equipment suppliers from RFQ and concept definition through manufacturing, delivery and implementation. Follow up equipment manufacturing and ensure compliance with agreed technical specifications, quality requirements and project milestones. Prepare the implementation of production equipment, including

process flow studies, layout definition and production area preparation. Coordinate and participate in

FAT (Factory Acceptance Tests)

at supplier facilities. Coordinate and participate in

SAT (Site Acceptance Tests)

at manufacturing plants. Ensure the availability of the required human and material resources for equipment installation, commissioning and start‑up. Ensure that equipment is capable of consistently producing conforming parts, both dimensionally and in terms of

process capability. Follow up the start‑up and stabilisation of new equipment until the required production objectives and full‑rate capacity are achieved. Ensure compliance with the applicable

Quality Management System

procedures and standards. Requirements

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in

or a related engineering discipline. Alternatively, higher technical education (CTeSP or equivalent) combined with relevant professional experience. Professional Experience

Minimum

5 years of professional experience

in industrialization, manufacturing engineering or new program launches, preferably within an

environment. Proven experience in the complete lifecycle of production equipment, including:

Technical specifications and equipment requirements RFQ and supplier selection

Equipment design and development Technical reviews FAT / SAT Installation and commissioning Process capability Production ramp‑up

Experience working with Ford as an OEM customer OR solid knowledge of Ford‑specific industrialization and quality requirements is mandatory. Good knowledge of

Ford processes and methodologies, particularly:

APQP Phased PPAP Run@Rate Capacity Verification

Experience in automotive interior and/or acoustic components, such as

foams, thermoforming, injection moulding or technical textiles, will be considered a plus. Technical Skills

Good knowledge of

and 3D CAD software for equipment design and industrial layout development. Knowledge of

Lean Manufacturing

principles and process optimization methodologies. Good understanding of

industrial ergonomics. Knowledge of automotive quality tools, including:

FMEA / PFMEA MSA SPC Process capability studies

Ability to read and understand technical documentation, equipment specifications and manufacturing requirements. Strong understanding of industrial production processes and equipment implementation. Languages

Fluent Portuguese – mandatory. French and/or Spanish – highly valued. Soft Skills

Strong

cross‑functional coordination and leadership

skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders without direct hierarchical authority. Highly organized, rigorous and structured approach. Strong planning and

deadline management

skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Comfortable working with international teams, suppliers and stakeholders from different cultural backgrounds. High level of autonomy and ownership. Strong problem‑solving skills and a pragmatic, hands‑on approach. Ability to remain effective and resilient in a

high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environment. Willingness to travel extensively and work across different industrial environments. International Mobility

The role involves frequent travel between

Portugal, Spain and France. The successful candidate will be required to travel regularly to: Manufacturing plants;
Headquarters and project locations;
Equipment and tooling suppliers;
Supplier facilities fortechnical reviews and FAT;
Manufacturing sites forequipment installation, SAT and production ramp‑up. Assignments may involve

short-and medium‑term stays, depending on project requirements. Full availability for international travel and a valid driving licence are mandatory. What We Offer

Opportunity to work on a major international

automotive industrialization program. Direct involvement in the complete industrialization lifecycle, from feasibility through to full‑rate production. Exposure to an international

and global OEM requirements. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across

Portugal, Spain and France. High level of technical responsibility and autonomy. International and multicultural working environment. Opportunity to work closely with equipment suppliers and manufacturing operations throughout the industrial launch.

Additional Information

This position involves access to

confidential and commercially sensitive information

relating to the customer and the automotive program. Selected candidates will be required to sign a

Non‑Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

before receiving detailed project information. Further project details, including the final work base, start date, assignment duration, specific process technologies and travel arrangements, will be confirmed during the recruitment process. This position is subject to a high level of international mobility and requires flexibility regarding work location and travel between Portugal, Spain and France

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