Mechanical Validation Engineer - eBike (f/m/div.)
HybridOvar, Aveiro, Portugal
Ovar, Aveiro, PortugalHybridFull TimeMid LevelBachelors DegreeSmall
Full TimeMid LevelBachelors DegreeSmall
Job Summary
Validate mechanics of display units, remote controls, and sensor modules for the next generation of eBikes by driving product reliability testing from initial requirement analysis through final mass production release. Translate product requirements into mechanical design improvements and technical drawings while coordinating with production plants and suppliers to secure mass-production standards. Represent validation and reliability as an active member of the cross-functional project team, supporting testing teams directly in production plants and aligning test specifications across international Bosch eBike development sites.
Required Qualifications
- Master's or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related technical discipline
- Proven experience in the development, testing, and industrialization of complex consumer electronics, automotive components, or outdoor-rated consumer products
- Demonstrated experience in validation, robustness testing, and reliability verification during both the development and production phases
- Strong understanding of environmental and mechanical validation methods (e.g., vibration, thermal shock, ingress protection) for products exposed to harsh outdoor conditions
- Familiarity with state-of-the-art development and risk-assessment techniques, such as DRBFM or FMEA
- Proficiency in interpreting 3D designs, mechanical drawings, and conducting basic tolerance analyses
- Fluency in English (both written and spoken)
- A structured, analytical, and data-driven approach to proving design reliability and documenting failure modes
- Strong ability to balance commercial business needs with strict technical quality and safety requirements
- Strong intercultural competence with the ability to collaborate effectively in globally distributed teams
- Excellent communication skills to align tests and technical specifications across multiple business locations
- Willingness to travel occasionally
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