Mechanical Development Engineer - Heat Pumps (f/m/div.)

Bosch Group; Cacia; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training opportunities

Career progression

Discounts on Bosch products

Sports and health activities

Job summary

Bosch Group in Aveiro is seeking a Mechanical Development Engineer to join a growing cross-functional team focused on residential heat pump solutions. You will specify, test, and validate advanced components and drive robust product documentation while ensuring safety and quality.

The role emphasizes engineering excellence, hands-on validation, supplier collaboration, and active participation in product ramp‑ups and certifications for market success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in component sizing, selection, and hands-on laboratory validation.
• Background in product development in HVAC.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Familiarity with design and quality frameworks such as FMEA, DFMA, 8D, and DRBFM.

Responsibilities

• Specify, calculate, simulate, and physically test advanced heat pump components and systems to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Author comprehensive technical specifications and lead technical discussions with global suppliers
• Create and execute robust validation plans, author high-quality technical documentation, and ensure flawless compliance with safety regulations.
• Coordinate critical product market-introduction activities, supporting our production lines during ramp-up phases and securing product certifications.
• Utilize industry-standard engineering tools (such as FMEA, 8D, and DRBFM) to optimize our existing product portfolio and drive a culture of quality.

Skills

Laboratory validation

HVAC product development

Component sizing

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Physics Engineering

Related field

Tools

FMEA

DFMA

8D

DRBFM

Job description

Mechanical Development Engineer - Heat Pumps (f/m/div.)

• Full-time
• Legal Entity: Home Comfort

The Bosch Group has more than 400 000 employees around the world, present in 60 countries, and we are proud to impact people’s lives and to work towards a more sustainable future.

In the city of Aveiro, Bosch has one of its biggest production sites for Bosch Home Comfort division, as well as a Research and Development Center for new and improved heating solutions for the residential segment. With more than 1400 employees, focused on innovation, sustainability and collaboration, Bosch Aveiro joins together experts in diverse areas, from mechanical engineering to connectivity and software solutions, as well as industrialization and quality.

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference in mindsets, cultures, generations, identities and perspectives. Everyone should bring their authenticity and work together respectfully. Bosch is an employer that values diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and we can provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process and in the performance of professional activity. By including everyone and ensuring equal opportunities we unleash our full potential.

Your contribution to something big

You will join a growing, cross-functional product development team in Aveiro, working on residential heat pump solutions. As a Development Engineer, you will contribute to the delivery of innovative Bosch products with class-leading performance, helping to reduce our carbon footprint.

• Specify, calculate, simulate, and physically test advanced heat pump components and systems to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Author comprehensive technical specifications and lead technical discussions with global suppliers
• Create and execute robust validation plans, author high-quality technical documentation, and ensure flawless compliance with safety regulations.
• Coordinate critical product market-introduction activities, supporting our production lines during ramp-up phases and securing product certifications.
• Utilize industry-standard engineering tools (such as FMEA, 8D, and DRBFM) to optimize our existing product portfolio and drive a culture of quality.

What distinguishes you

Education

• Master’s degreein Mechanical Engineering, Physics Engineering, or a closely related field.

Experience

• Proven experience in component sizing, selection, and hands-on laboratory validation.
• Background in product development in HVAC

Know-how

• Familiarity with design and quality frameworks such as FMEA, DFMA, 8D, and DRBFM is a strong advantage.

Languages

• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Working Style and Methods

• Structured, analytical, and data-driven approach to solving complex engineering challenges.
• Proactive, result-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership over your projects.

Personality

• A collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional, multicultural environments.
• Open-minded, communicative, and willing to travel occasionally to collaborate with global partners.

Exchange with colleagues around the world

Health insurance and medical office on site (general surgeon, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic)

Training opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications

Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development

Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products

Sports and health related activities

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Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application