Test Kitting Engineer

Contechs; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment consultancy is seeking a Test Kitting Engineer for an initial 2-month contract in Whitley, Coventry. The role involves managing the BoM for Units Under Test, ensuring timely delivery of kits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet testing requirements. Candidates should have experience in automotive environments, strong knowledge of powertrain systems, and proficiency in data management tools like Excel. The position offers an hourly rate of £27.21 inside IR35, with responsibilities focusing on efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing end-to-end test kitting processes in automotive.
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems including Batteries and ICE.
• Familiarity with BoM creation and delivery for test operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the BoM for Units Under Test.
• Ensure all kits are complete and delivered on time.
• Coordinate procurement and logistics to meet deadlines.
• Work closely with teams to understand test requirements.
• Implement improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Managing end-to-end test kitting processes

Understanding of powertrain systems

BoM creation and maintenance

Experience with inventory management systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Ability to work independently

Job description

Test Kitting Engineer

2-month initial contract (until end of Mar.)

Onsite working - Whitley, CV

£27.21ph (Inside IR35), 40 hrs pw

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM, based in Whitley, who are seeking a Test Kitting Engineer to join their team

Job Description

As Test Kitting Engineer, your main responsibilities include:

• Responsible for owning and managing the BoM for Units Under Test (UUT)
• Ensuring that all kits are complete, accurate, and delivered on time
• Coordinating the procurement and logistics of components, to meet critical deadlines
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, to understand specific test requirements
• Identifying and implementing improvements, that enhance efficiency and reliability
• Regular performance updates, including weekly reports on kit readiness and delivery status

Qualifications/Skills needed

• Experience in managing end-to-end test kitting processes, within engineering or automotive testing environments.
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems, including Batteries, Electronic Drive Units (EDU), and Internal Combustion Engines (ICE).
• Familiarity with BoM creation, maintenance, and delivery in support of test operations.
• Experience working with inventory management systems and procurement tools to source and track components.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and other data handling tools to manage kit lists and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for delivering test kits on time and to specification.

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch.

https://www.contechs.com/refer