R&D Engineer - Solar Thermal & Hydraulic Systems (f/m/div.)
HybridAveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
Job Summary
Lead technical development, integration, and lifecycle management of the sourced Solar Thermal and Hydraulic Accessory portfolio (HAWA A/B). Translate system-level R&D requirements into detailed technical and functional specifications for seamless integration into complex heating and hybrid thermal systems. Drive technical management and qualification of international OEM suppliers while ensuring compliance with Bosch quality standards and applicable regulations. Plan, coordinate, and execute laboratory testing and product validation activities to analyze results and continuously improve product performance, reliability, and quality. Partner with Product Management, Purchasing, Quality, and cross-functional teams throughout the entire product lifecycle from concept development to serial production to support cost optimization and product standardization initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Completed university degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology, Renewable Energies, or a comparable field
- Experience in product development and the evaluation/technical qualification of solarthermal, hydraulic, or HVAC-related systems (preferably in collaboration with OEM/ODM suppliers)
- Solid knowledge of thermodynamics and applied hydraulics
- Hands-on ability in CAD interpretation and tolerancing to verify component fit and system integration
- Good understanding of hydraulic and solar standards, European directives, and eco-certifications (e.g., Solar Keymark)
- Independent, structured, and solution-oriented approach
- Ability to proactively manage supplier relations and think in a cost-, quality-, and value-driven way
- Communicative team player with a proactive mindset, comfortable working with international partners and cross-functional teams
- Motivated to learn, adapt, and take technical ownership in a fast-paced engineering environment
- Professional language proficiency in English (very good written and spoken skills required)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in product development and the evaluation/technical qualification of solarthermal, hydraulic, or HVAC-related systems (preferably in collaboration with OEM/ODM suppliers)
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