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Mechanical Development Engineer - Heat Pumps (f/m/div.)
Robert Bosch LLC · 🇺🇸 Cacia, Aveiro, PT
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 92 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 50 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Robert Bosch LLC paid sponsored hires in similar roles18 certified filings for “Application Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in MI: $123k–$146k, median $138k. Most were filed at wage level IV (72%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Robert Bosch LLC
The US Department of Labor certified 92 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 50 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Your contribution to something big: You will join a growing, cross-functional product development team in Aveiro, working on residential heat pump solutions. As a Development Engineer, you will contribute to the delivery of innovative Bosch products with class-leading performance, helping to reduce our carbon footprint. • Specify, calculate, simulate, and physically test advanced heat pump components and systems to ensure maximum efficiency. • Author comprehensive technical specifications and lead technical discussions with global suppliers • Create and execute robust validation plans, author high-quality technical documentation, and ensure flawless compliance with safety regulations. • Coordinate critical product market-introduction activities, supporting our production lines during ramp-up phases and securing product certifications. • Utilize industry-standard engineering tools (such as FMEA, 8D, and DRBFM) to optimize our existing product portfolio and drive a culture of quality. What distinguishes you: Education: • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics Engineering, or a closely related field. Experience: • Proven experience in component sizing, selection, and hands-on laboratory validation. • Background in product development in HVAC Know-how: • Familiarity with design and quality frameworks such as FMEA, DFMA, 8D, and DRBFM is a strong advantage. Languages: • Excellent written and spoken English skills. Working Style and Methods: • Structured, analytical, and data-driven approach to solving complex engineering challenges. • Proactive, result-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership over your projects. Personality: • A collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional, multicultural environments. • Open-minded, communicative, and willing to travel occasionally to collaborate with global partners. 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!