R&D Engineer – Solar Thermal & Hydraulic Systems

About the role

Join Bosch's Research & Development team in Aveiro to shape the future of sustainable heating solutions. You will lead the technical development of innovative solar thermal and hydraulic products, contributing to energy‑efficient systems for residential heating.

Key responsibilities

• Lead technical development, integration and lifecycle management of the OEM Solar Thermal and Hydraulic Accessory portfolio (HAWA A/B).
• Translate system‑level R&D requirements into detailed technical and functional specifications for complex heating and hybrid thermal systems.
• Manage and qualify international OEM suppliers, ensuring compliance with Bosch quality standards and relevant regulations.
• Plan, coordinate and execute laboratory testing and product validation activities, analysing results to improve performance, reliability and quality.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Purchasing, Quality and other cross‑functional teams throughout the product lifecycle, supporting cost optimisation and standardisation.

Required profile

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology, Renewable Energies or a comparable field.
• Experience in product development for heating, solar thermal or hydraulic systems.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary R&D environment and manage supplier relationships.

Required skills

• Technical specification development
• Laboratory testing and product validation
• Supplier qualification and quality compliance