Technical Support Engineer - France

XPENG; Paris; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package incl. pension

Possible bonus

International growth opportunities

Diverse and dynamic team

Job summary

XPENG in France is seeking a Technical Support Engineer to oversee national after-sales technical support and roadside assistance for the dealer network. You will coordinate with Headquarters, service partners and the European roadside partner to ensure high-quality technical guidance and escalation handling.

You will lead on-site technical support activations, deploy technical bulletins, manage access to diagnostic platforms and support warranty cases, contributing to customer satisfaction and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive technical support or after-sales operations.
• Strong knowledge of automotive electrical/electronic architecture and diagnostics.
• Fluent written and spoken English; able to coordinate with international teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and guidance to dealership technicians and service advisors.
• Coordinate escalations with National Technical Manager and HQ functions.
• Lead roadside assistance programme operations with European partner.
• Deploy technical bulletins and communications to the dealer network.
• Support repair pre-authorization and warranty processing with timely escalation.
• Coordinate field technical support activities and on-site interventions as needed.
• Monitor technology developments and regulatory requirements relevant to diagnostics and after-sales.

Skills

Automotive technical support

Electrical/electronic knowledge

Vehicle diagnostics

Diagnostics tools

Analytical problem solving

Stakeholder management

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical/mechatronics or related

Tools

Diagnostic software

CAN Bus diagnostics

Technical information platforms

Job description

XPENG is a leading technology company focused on designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing intelligent mobility solutions, including electric vehicles (EVs), electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and robotics. We aim to create a thoughtful and empathetic future for mobility that enhances driving experience. Headquartered in Guangzhou, China, XPENG has regional offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Silicon Valley, and San Diego, and in 2021, we established our European headquarters in Amsterdam, along with offices in Copenhagen, Munich, Oslo, and Stockholm.

Our passionate and diverse team, with expertise in technology, finance, and the automotive industry, spans hubs in China, the US, and Europe. Together, we are forging our international presence as pioneers in the future of mobility.

Why should you be part of our success story?

XPENG Inc.'s American Depositary Shares (ADSs) have been listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol 'XPEV' since August 27, 2020, and on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (SEHK) under the symbol '9868.HK' since July 7, 2021. In 2023, XPENG further strengthened its growth trajectory with a $724 million strategic investment from Volkswagen, solidifying its position in the global market. There has never been a more exciting time to join XPENG — a leader in smart electric vehicles and sustainable mobility solutions.

Job Title：Technical Support Engineer - France

Position Overview

As Technical Support & Roadside Assistance Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating technical support activities across the national after-sales organization, ensuring a high and consistent level of technical expertise, service quality and operational efficiency throughout the dealership network.

Acting as a key interface between the national organization, dealership network, Headquarters and external service partners, you will provide technical guidance on complex cases, facilitate effective technical escalation, support the implementation of technical standards and contribute to the continuous improvement of after-sales operations.

The role will also have direct responsibility for the operational management of the roadside assistance programme and for ensuring effective coordination with the designated European roadside assistance partner.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and expert guidance to dealership technicians and service advisors in the diagnosis, troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues, ensuring an efficient and customer-focused resolution process.
• Coordinate technical escalations with the National Technical Manager and relevant Headquarters functions, ensuring the timely investigation and resolution of complex cases and contributing to the continuous improvement of product and service reliability.
• Manage technician access and enrolment to the brand's technical platforms, ensuring that dealership technical personnel have the appropriate credentials, permissions and access to the required technical information and diagnostic resources.
• Lead the operational management of the roadside assistance programme, acting as the primary operational interface with the European roadside assistance partner and ensuring the effective day-to-day management of cases, processes and service performance.
• Adapt and deploy technical bulletins and technical communications issued by Headquarters for the national dealer network, ensuring that relevant information is accurately contextualized, clearly communicated and properly implemented at dealership level.
• Provide technical support and back-up for repair pre-authorization activities, ensuring the timely assessment and escalation of cases and contributing to the efficient and consistent processing of warranty-related requests.
• Coordinate targeted field technical support activities at dealership level, including on-site intervention in complex or recurring technical cases where remote support is insufficient.
• Monitor developments in automotive technology, technical standards and applicable regulatory requirements, particularly those relevant to vehicle diagnostics, electrification and after-sales operations, and assess their potential impact on the national technical organization.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders, including dealership management and technical teams, Headquarters functions, roadside assistance providers, technical service providers and other relevant internal and external partners.
• Monitor and report on technical and roadside assistance performance, preparing regular reports, analyses and management updates and providing relevant recommendations to senior management.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of after-sales processes, identifying recurring technical issues, operational inefficiencies and opportunities to improve dealer capability, repair quality and customer experience.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven professional experience in automotive technical support, after-sales or technical operations, preferably within an OEM, importer, distributor or established dealership network environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of automotive systems, including vehicle electrical and electronic architecture, wiring diagrams, CAN Bus systems, vehicle diagnostics and repair procedures. Experience with electric and/or hybrid vehicles would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in automotive diagnostic systems, technical information platforms and related technical software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to diagnose complex technical issues, structure technical investigations and identify effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with dealership technicians, management, Headquarters teams and external service providers.
• Fluent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with international Headquarters teams and European partners.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and international environment, managing multiple stakeholders and priorities while maintaining a strong focus on operational execution.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical/electronic engineering, mechatronics or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Category B driving license.

XPENG offers:

• An interesting, unique and very varied job at XPENG
• A job with an incredibly large contact surface both internally and externally
• An attractive salary package incl. pension and with the possibility of a bonus
• To be involved in the growth of an existing EV brand in Europe

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

At XPENG, we're an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics.