R&D Engineer - Solar Thermal & Hydraulic Systems (f/m/div.)

Your contribution to something big:

Help shape the future of sustainable heating solutions. As part of our Research & Development team, you will drive the technical development of innovative solar thermal and hydraulic products, contributing to energy-efficient solutions for tomorrow.

• Lead the technical development, integration, and lifecycle management of our sourced (OEM) Solar Thermal and Hydraulic Accessory portfolio (HAWA A/B), ensuring innovative and reliable product solutions.
• Translate system-level R&D requirements into detailed technical and functional specifications to enable seamless integration into complex heating and hybrid thermal systems.
• Drive the technical management and qualification of international OEM suppliers, steering product development while ensuring compliance with Bosch quality standards and applicable regulations.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute laboratory testing and product validation activities, analyzing test results to continuously improve product performance, reliability, and quality.
• Partner with Product Management, Purchasing, Quality, and other cross-functional teams throughout the entire product lifecycle—from concept development to serial production—while supporting cost optimization and product standardization initiatives.

What distinguishes you: 

Education: Completed university degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology, Renewable Energies, or a comparable field.

Experience:

• Experience in product development and the evaluation/technical qualification of solarthermal, hydraulic, or HVAC-related systems (preferably in collaboration with OEM/ODM suppliers).

Know-how:

• 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).

Working Style and Methods:

• Independent, structured, and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to proactively manage supplier relations and think in a cost-, quality-, and value-driven way.

Personality:

• 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

Languages: Professional language proficiency in English (very good written and spoken skills required).

Work #LikeABosch includes: 

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

🔀 Hybrid work system

🌐 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

Success stories don´t just happen. They are made...

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