
Automation Engineer (f/m/div.)
Job Description
Your contribution to something big:
- Develop and implement advanced automation solutions for assembly processes, contributing to highly efficient and future‑ready production systems;
- Automate manual operations using collaborative robots (cobots), ensuring safe and ergonomic workflows;
- Design and develop software for new machines and production lines, enabling seamless integration and high performance;
- Coordinate and follow up with suppliers during machine development and construction, ensuring technical alignment and quality;
- Ensure project milestones are achieved, guaranteeing equipment availability and readiness for production;
- Participate in the setup, commissioning, and ramp‑up of new production lines, both locally and internationally;
- Introduce new automation technologies and support their industrialization within the plant;
- Conduct test activities according to defined plans and ensure robust validation of automation solutions;
- Identify technological advancements that can improve cost, performance, and efficiency of automated systems;
- Create and maintain technical documentation for automation equipment and processes;
- Install new equipment, develop and commission automation programs, and perform capability analyses;
- Support production teams with troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
What distinguishes you:
Education
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a comparable technical field.
Experience & Know‑how
- Experience in programming and commissioning industrial machines;
- Knowledge of robotics integration and MES connectivity;
- Hands‑on experience in quality assurance, including machine vision development and programming;
- Strong background in machine hardware architecture and experience with EPLAN design;
- Familiarity with technologies such as Beckhoff PLC, TwinCAT 3, Universal Robots, and Stäubli Robotics.
Languages
- Good written and spoken English.
Working Style & Methods
- Strong analytical and abstract thinking skills;
- Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and able to work effectively in cross‑functional teams;
- Passion for new technologies and innovative automation solutions.
Personality
- Proactive, curious, and eager to drive automation excellence;
- Responsible, autonomous, and committed to continuous improvement.
Work #LikeABosch includes:
⚖️ Flexible work conditions
🔀 Hybrid work system
🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world
🛡️ Health insurance
🧑⚕️ Medical office (psychology and general clinic) & Social Services Office on site
📚 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
🚉 Great access to public transports
🚌 Free transport from Porto
💰 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!