Reliability Engineer for Heat Pump Development

Location: Aveiro, pt

Company Description

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.

With over 300 specialized associates and around 15 nationalities, Bosch activities in Lisbon are focusing on sales, marketing, communication, training, nearshoring services and shared support for human resources services to Europe. The diversity, commitment and know-how of the team are the key success factors of this organization.

Bosch Service Solutions develops and delivers Customer Experience, Mobility and Monitoring solutions for companies and their customers.

Our teams find fast and efficient solutions for thousands of people on a daily basis – from claim management to life-saving emergency calls, among other services. Define the standards and become a pioneer together with around 9000 associates worldwide.

Job Description

Within the Engineering Product Quality (EPQ) – EPM2-ES Support for Heat Pump Development, this role contributes to the mission of the Business Unit Electric Solutions (HC-ES), aligned with the Bosch motto “Invented for life”. HC-ES is committed to reducing CO₂ emissions through energy-efficient solutions for heating, cooling, domestic hot water, and ventilation, while expanding a sustainable Electric Solutions portfolio.

The main objective of the project is to support ongoing Engineering Product Quality (EPQ) activities throughout the heat pump development lifecycle, ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality products. This includes supporting project milestones through FMEA moderation, reliability methods, and test planning, as well as contributing to serial quality support. The role focuses on delivering products on time, on specification, and with high quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support preventive quality activities within heat pump development projects;

• Actively support development teams for air-to-water heat pumps;

• Coordinate samples and prepare testing activities across development phases;

• Support laboratory activities, including shipment of samples, test rig setup, and test preparation;

• Derive reliability requirements based on load profiles and use cases;

• Assemble test setups, create reliability and validation test plans, execute tests, and document results;

• Actively participate in the creation, review, and improvement of reliability test procedures;

• Support field monitoring and participate in quality problem-solving activities (e.g. 8D methodology);

• Present and communicate test results, findings, and recommendations to development teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics Engineering, or a similar field.

Technical Skills

• Solid knowledge of mechanical construction, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and refrigeration systems;

• Knowledge of statistical methods, component design, reliability testing, and materials science and testing;

• Experience with product development projects in an engineering environment is valued;

• Background in refrigeration applications is considered a strong advantage;

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);

• Experience with laboratory IT tools such as MATLAB and LabVIEW is valued.

Personal Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English;

• Results-oriented and proactive attitude with strong critical thinking;

• Strong problem-solving mindset;

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and cross-functional environment.

Additional Information

What we offer you:

Challenges in an international environment | career opportunities in one of the best companies in the world | flexible hours | medical services | discounts for employees | sports and health related activities | canteen | good access to public transports | space for creativity.

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