Supplier Development Engineer for mechanical components

Since the 2026 season, Audi has been competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship.
 
The new team has three locations. The Motorsport Competence Center of Audi in Neuburg (Germany) is considered one of the most modern of its kind in Europe. The Formula 1 factory of Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil (Switzerland) is known for its innovative technologies and passion for racing. The Audi Motorsport Technology Center in UK is in its launch phase and growing continuously. Our Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for the development of the chassis and race operations. 
 
What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history. 

This position is to be filled at Audi Formula Racing GmbH in Neuburg (Germany).

As a Supplier Development Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping and strengthening Audi’s supply base for Formula One power unit components.

You will work closely with internal engineering, quality, and procurement teams to ensure suppliers meet Audi’s high standards of performance, precision, and reliability in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Supplier Development and Industrialisation

• Support and ensure the selection of the right suppliers in collaboration with engineering and purchasing

• Conduct supplier audits based on defined standards

• Develop and manage strategic suppliers for critical power unit components

• Lead supplier readiness for series production under aggressive F1 timelines

• Conduct on-site supplier assessments across Europe and globally

Technical Interface

• Act as the link between AFR engineering/quality teams and suppliers

• Ensure manufacturability of complex components (tight tolerances, advanced materials)

• Support suppliers in resolving technical and process-related challenges

Quality Assurance

• Drive robust problem-solving using structured methodologies (8D, root cause analysis)

• Ensure adherence to AFR and FIA quality standards

• Monitor and improve supplier KPIs (quality, delivery, capability), generate reports on supplier performance

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support APQP/PPAP activities for new power unit parts

• Validate production processes through FMEA, control plans, and capability studies

• Ensure suppliers are fully prepared for high-performance, low-volume production

Continuous Improvement

• Promote lean manufacturing and process optimisation across the supply base

• Identify opportunities for cost efficiency without compromising performance

• Drive innovation and capability upgrades within the supplier network

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar

• Experience in:

  • Supplier development, supplier quality, or manufacturing engineering

  • High-precision industries (motorsport, automotive, aerospace)

• Strong knowledge of:

  • GD&T

  • APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC

• Experience with complex manufacturing processes (e.g. CNC machining, castings, high-performance materials)

Key Competencies

• Structured and analytical problem-solving

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Ability to perform in a high-pressure, performance-driven environment

• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

• Willingness to travel internationally (up to 75% of working time)

• Completed auditor training
• Experience in powertrain or hybrid systems
• Familiarity with motorsport environments, ideally Formula One
• Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt)
• Knowledge of advanced materials (e.g. titanium alloys, high-temperature applications, composites)