Senior Hardware Design Engineer (f/m/div.)

Bosch Portugal; Braga; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work system

Training opportunities

Career progression

Public transport access

Free parking

Canteen

Job summary

Bosch Portugal is seeking a skilled hardware engineer to cover the full lifecycle of electronic hardware development for automotive platforms. You will own architecture decisions, lead design reviews, and guide projects from requirements through to release, collaborating with international teams and customers.

Fluency in English is required alongside a structured, proactive work style. The role offers hybrid work conditions and opportunities for career development and training.

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics.
• Proven experience in electronic hardware development within the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of analogue design principles and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Own the full lifecycle of hardware development from architecture to series production.
• Define and justify hardware architecture with system and vehicle impact.
• Lead hardware design reviews and cross-functional discussions with international teams and customers.
• Represent hardware development in milestones, reviews, and release decisions.

Education

Electrical Engineering

Tools

Simulation tools

Job description

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.

Bosch Car Multimedia, S.A. belongs to the Automotive Electronics division and is focused on making the vehicles our third living space. About 3.600 associates are committed to develop and produce high quality technology that shape change in mobility worldwide. The company' success lies in its highly specialized and innovative team, and on the technological know-how which makes Bosch the leading supplier in the automotive market.

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.

Job Description

Your contribution to something big:

You will cover the full lifecycle of hardware development, taking technical ownership of complex designs for automotive platforms from initial architecture to series production. Your main responsibilities will be:

• Execute complex electronic hardware development tasks, including schematics, simulations, and BOM creation.
• Define and justify electronic hardware architecture and key design decisions with system- and vehicle-level impact.
• Act as the technical authority for electronic hardware topics within the product line, guiding development from requirements through to release.
• Lead hardware design reviews, audits, and cross-functional technical discussions with international teams and customers.
• Represent hardware development in project milestones, technical reviews, and release decisions, clearly communicating risks and mitigation plans.
• Independently analyze and resolve complex hardware issues, including EMC, thermal management, aging, and derating.
• Optimize designs for cost, robustness, safety, and manufacturability, ensuring readiness for industrialization and series production.

Qualifications

What distinguishes you:

• Education: University degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a similar relevant technical field.
• Experience: Solid and proven professional experience in electronic hardware development within the automotive industry, with a track record of leading complex designs or platforms.
• Know-how:
  • Deep understanding of analogue design principles and simulation tools.
  • Strong knowledge of hardware validation, release processes, and automotive standards (EMC, thermal, and functional safety).
  • Proven ability to lead technical reviews, perform root-cause analysis, and make critical design decisions.
• Languages: Fluency in English (both spoken and written).
• Working Style and Methods: Highly structured, systematic, and proactive. Excellent capability to manage complex projects, mitigate risks, and drive technical progress.
• Personality: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence without direct authority, build consensus, and interface effectively with cross-functional teams and customers.

Additional Information

Work includes:

• Flexible work conditions
• Hybrid work system
• Exchange with colleagues around the world
• Health insurance
• Medical office (psychology and general clinic) & Social Services Office on site
• 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
• Great access to public transports
• Free transport from Porto
• Flexible benefits platform
• Free parking lot
• Canteen

Success stories don´t just happen. They are made...

Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!