Associate Automation Engineer

Company Description

The Bosch Group operates in most countries in the world. With over 400,000 associates, a career at Bosch offers a chance to grow an exceptional career in an environment that values diversity, initiative, and a drive for results.

If you are interested in working on the cutting‑edge of technology, working at Bosch is the place for you! Bosch is expanding its semiconductor business with silicon carbide chips in the U.S. and plans to invest some $1.9 billion in the Roseville site in California in the coming years. The first SiC semiconductors will be produced here on 200‑millimeter wafers as of 2026.

We are committed to quality  environment celebrates diversity and promotes career progression. We seek highly‑skilled, creative, results‑oriented people who can look at technology from a new perspective and provide surprising insight. We are looking for candidates who want to shape and drive innovation at Bosch.

• Design and project planning of software interfaces between process equipment in the 200 mm semiconductor manufacturing and robotics.
• Introduce and support automation solutions in a 200 mm wafer fab.
• Evaluate concept results in terms of cost‑effectiveness.
• Independently support automation solutions with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Commission automation systems and release them for production.
• Organize and conduct installations, maintenance, and repairs with the workshop, suppliers, and other service providers.
• Rapidly resolve faults in collaboration with technical staff in the production areas.
• Collaborate with equipment owners to capture relevant signals.
• Conduct in‑depth analysis of faults/errors and develop sustainable solutions in collaboration with equipment suppliers.
• Provide and manage spare parts, track budgets.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, robotics, mechatronics, automation engineering, or a related technical field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 3‑5 years of experience in automation (robots, conveyor systems, stockers, automated transport systems, and storage).
• PMP or similar project management certification.
• Extensive experience with various automation technologies (industrial robots such as Kuka, Fanuc, ABB; PLCs such as Siemens, Rockwell; vision systems, AGVs/AMRs, SCADA systems).
• Oversee the full lifecycle of physical automation projects—from concept and design to implementation, testing, and commissioning.
• Ability to use CAD and Solid Works.

• Critical thinking, adaptability, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret technical documents and manuals.
• Senior ability to create and maintain operating and training documents and manuals.
• Senior communication skills with various audiences from vendors to fellow engineers to operators.
• Senior experience with Industry 4.0 concepts and digital manufacturing initiatives.
• Senior knowledge of simulation software for automation and robotics.
• Experience in specific industry sectors such as automotive, consumer goods, aerospace.

• This role will work on site in Roseville, CA.
• This position works Monday‑Friday, plus additional hours as necessary.
• Indefinite US work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position varies depending on qualifications. The base salary range is $80,000‑$100,000. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work experience, job knowledge, role complexity, location, and other factors. Your recruiter can share more details about the specific salary range during the interview process.

In addition to your base salary, Bosch offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts (HSA); flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan with an attractive employer match; wellness programs; life insurance; long‑term disability insurance; paid time off; parental leave. Most positions include a bonus or additional benefits.