Reliability Test Engineer - Hydraulics (f/m/div.)

Location: Aveiro, pt

Company 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.

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.

Job Description

Your contribution to something big:

As a Reliability Test Engineer for Hydraulics, you will play a key role in ensuring the robustness and performance of hydraulic components through structured testing, failure analysis, and close collaboration with development teams. You will be actively involved in test definition, execution, and problem-solving within the testing environment.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Actively participate in the creation, review, and continuous improvement of reliability test procedures for hydraulic components.
• Take ownership of test-related problem-solving and in-depth product failure analysis within the laboratory area.
• Analyze test results, identify root causes of failures, and propose technical corrective actions.
• Communicate findings and analytical reports clearly to cross-functional development teams to support decision-making and product optimization.
• Collaborate as an active team member in problem-solving activities, ensuring alignment between the testing environment and product development.

Qualifications

What distinguishes you: 

• Education: Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Previous project experience in technical product development or laboratory testing environments is highly valued.
• Know-how:
  • Solid understanding of hydraulics, thermodynamics, and material science, including the assembly and development of test setups.
  • Knowledge of component design, statistical methods, and reliability testing methodologies.
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools (specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
  • Familiarity with lab-environment IT tools such as Matlab or LabView is a strong plus.
• Languages: Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Working Style and Methods: Results-oriented and proactive with a strong capacity for critical thinking, taking initiative, and structured problem-solving.
• Personality: Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Additional Information

Work #LikeABosch includes: 

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

🌐 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

💰 Flexible benefits platform

🅿️ Free parking lot

🍽️ Canteen

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