Senior Supplier Development Engineer: Heavy Machinery UK/EU

83zero Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

83zero Ltd in Peterlee is seeking an experienced Supplier Development Engineer to own supplier quality and performance across the UK and Europe, supporting a major production ramp-up for articulated trucks and mining equipment. You will lead supplier audits, root-cause investigations and corrective actions, and drive improvements in welding, fabrication and machining processes.

The role involves close collaboration with Engineering, Purchasing and Manufacturing teams, plus travel within the

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in Supplier Development, Supplier Quality or a similar manufacturing engineering role.
• Strong technical understanding of welding, fabrication and machining.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, supplier audits and corrective action management.
• Background in automotive, heavy manufacturing, mining, aerospace, shipbuilding or oil and gas.
• Confident communicator who can challenge suppliers, build relationships and drive improvements.
• A relevant engineering degree would be beneficial, but strong practical manufacturing experience is equally valued.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of supplier quality, technical performance and improvement activities.
• Lead supplier audits, root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Drive improvements across welding, fabrication and machining processes.
• Manage supplier performance using APQP, PPAP and PPM metrics.
• Work with UK and European suppliers, including occasional international travel.

Skills

Supplier development

Audits & corrective actions

APQP/PPAP knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Welding/Fabrication/Machining

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

83zero Ltd in Peterlee is seeking an experienced Supplier Development Engineer to own supplier quality and performance across the UK and Europe, supporting a major production ramp-up for articulated trucks and mining equipment. You will lead supplier audits, root-cause investigations and corrective actions, and drive improvements in welding, fabrication and machining processes.

The role involves close collaboration with Engineering, Purchasing and Manufacturing teams, plus travel within the