Test Kitting Engineer

Caresoft Global Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy specialized in automotive and aerospace is seeking a Test Kitting Engineer to oversee the Bill of Materials for test environments. The ideal candidate will manage kitting processes, ensure timely delivery of kits, and coordinate logistics. Applicants should possess strong engineering skills and experience in automotive testing environments. This role offers a contract position with competitive rates inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing end-to-end test kitting processes within Engineering or Automotive testing environments.
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems, including Batteries, Electric Drive Units, and Internal Combustion Engines.
• Familiarity with Bill of Materials creation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the Bill of Materials for Units Under Test across Batteries, EDU, and Engine Test environments.
• Ensure all kits are complete, accurate, and delivered on time.
• Co-ordinate procurement and logistics of components to meet critical deadlines.

Job description

Job Title:Test Kitting Engineer

Location:Whitley, Coventry

Rate:£27.21ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or£20.35ph PAYE

Employment Type: Contract (Till 03/31/2026)

Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week

Reference:J36329371

Job Description:

Duties:

• The Test Kitting Engineer will be responsible for owning and managing the Bill of Materials (BoM) for Units Under Test (UUT) across Batteries, EDU, and Engine Test environments.
• This includes ensuring that all kits are complete, accurate, and delivered on time to support scheduled test activities.
• The role involves co-ordinating the procurement and logistics of components, including ordering, tracking, and expediting parts through internal systems and external suppliers to meet critical deadlines.
• The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand specific test requirements and translate them into actionable kitting plans, ensuring all necessary components, tools, and documentation are prepared and available.
• In addition to following established kitting processes, the role requires a proactive approach to identifying and implementing improvements that enhances efficiency and reliability.
• Regular performance updates, including weekly reports on kit readiness and delivery status, will be provided to the Central Planning Team.
• The engineer will also be expected to undertake any other work as directed by their Line Manager in connection with their role.

Key Interactions:

• Test Operations Team (Batteries, EDU, Engine).
• Central Planning Team Procurement and Logistics Engineering Design Teams.
• Stores and Inventory Management.

Skills:

Essential:

Hard Skills:

• 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 Bill of Materials (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.

Soft Skills:

• Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for delivering test kits on time and to specification.
• A collaborative mindset, with a strong focus on team success and cross-functional co-ordination.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with suppliers, engineers, and Internal Stakeholders.
• Good influencing and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to resolving delays or component issues.
• Demonstrated ability to support engineering programs with a proven track record of delivering components and build support in a test environment.
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent practical experience preferred.

Desirable:

Hard Skills:

• Experience supporting Powertrain testing or similar simulation-based environments.
• Familiarity with Automotive Testing Instrumentation, Calibration, and Setup Procedures.

Soft Skills:

• Ability to challenge existing processes constructively and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience working in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary teams with tight deadlines and shifting priorities.

Education:

Essential

• Educated to a relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification.

Desirable:

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering.

Additional Information:

This role is INSIDE IR35

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Caresoft Global Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency.
We are an independent highly-experienced recruitment consultancy dedicated to specialist markets within the Automotive, Aerospace, Agricultural & Construction Industries.

No terminology within this advert is intended to unlawfully discriminate on the grounds of age, sex, race or disability and we welcome all applications.