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Test Kitting Engineer

Where

Gaydon

Type

Contract

Salary

Annual

Expleo is seeking a proactive and experienced Test Kitting Engineer to support a high-profile customer based in Coventry on an initial 12-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge powertrain testing solutions across Batteries, Electronic Drive Units (EDU), and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own and manage the Bill of Materials (BoM) for Units Under Test (UUT), ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to support test schedules.
  • Coordinate procurement and logistics of components, including ordering, tracking, and expediting parts through internal systems and suppliers.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate test requirements into actionable kitting plans, ensuring all components, tools, and documentation are ready.
  • Maintain and improve kitting processes, identifying and implementing efficiency improvements aligned with defined procedures.
  • Provide regular updates to the Central Planning Team, including weekly reports on kit readiness, delivery status, and risk mitigation.
  • Support additional tasks as directed by your line manager in connection with the role.

Essential Skills & Experience:Technical Expertise:

  • Experience managing end-to-end test kitting processes in engineering or automotive testing environments.
  • Strong understanding of powertrain systems (Batteries, EDU, ICE).
  • Proficiency in BoM creation and inventory management systems.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Excel and data handling tools
  • Soft Skills:
  • Independent and proactive work ethic with strong ownership.
  • Collaborative mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Effective problem-solving and influencing abilities.
  • Proven track record in supporting engineering programs in test environments.
  • Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience preferred.

Desirable Skills: Experience with Powertrain in the Loop (PiL) testing or simulation-based environments. Familiarity with automotive testing instrumentation and calibration. Constructive approach to process improvement. Ability to thrive in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary teams.

Personal Attributes: Passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. Supportive team player who empowers others. Resilient, enthusiastic, and growth-minded. Results-driven with tenacity and perseverance. Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex ideas. Strategic thinker with a pragmatic approach to planning.

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