Senior Technician Automotive

PREEMINENT AUTO SDN BHD; Johor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive service provider in Malaysia seeks an experienced technician for diagnosing and repairing Zeekr EVs. The role demands strong technical skills, including advanced diagnostics and a detail-oriented approach to quality control and compliance. Candidates should hold a diploma or certificate in Automotive, EV Technology, or Mechanical Engineering, and possess over 5 years of experience, preferably in EV systems. The position emphasizes technical leadership, training, and continuous improvement within the workshop environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a technician; EV or high-voltage experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong diagnostic skills and hands-on experience with scan tools and EV systems.
• Safety-conscious, detail-oriented and capable of handling complex technical cases.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on Zeekr EVs.
• Act as technical reference for junior technicians and service advisors.
• Conduct final checks on completed repair jobs before vehicle release.
• Optimize repair processes to reduce turnaround time.
• Assist in warranty diagnosis and technical documentation.

Skills

Vehicle Diagnosis & Repair

Technical Leadership

Quality Control

Workshop Efficiency

Warranty Reporting

Education

Diploma / Certificate in Automotive, EV Technology or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Scan Tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Vehicle Diagnosis & Repair – Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on Zeekr EVs, handle high‑voltage, battery, motor, ADAS, software issues, and ensure work meets technical standards and safety requirements.
• Technical Leadership & Support – Act as technical reference for junior technicians and service advisors, guide, coach and upskill technicians on EV systems, tools and repair procedures, and support the Technical Supervisor in resolving repeated or critical technical issues.
• Quality Control & Compliance – Conduct final checks on completed repair jobs before vehicle release, ensure accurate job documentation, diagnostic reports and repair records, and comply strictly with EV safety protocols, high‑voltage handling and workshop SOPs.
• Workshop Efficiency & Productivity – Optimize repair processes to reduce turnaround time without compromising quality, coordinate with the parts department to ensure correct and timely parts usage, and support workshop productivity targets and service KPIs.
• Warranty & Technical Reporting – Assist in warranty diagnosis, root‑cause analysis and technical documentation, work closely with the Warranty Supervisor on claim validation and supporting evidence, and escalated technical issues to Zeekr HQ when required with clear diagnostic data.
• Training & Continuous Improvement – Attend Zeekr technical training, certification programs and product updates, share technical updates and best practices with the workshop team, and stay current with EV technology, diagnostics tools and service bulletins.

Requirements

• Diploma / Certificate in Automotive, EV Technology or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience as a technician; EV or high‑voltage experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong diagnostic skills and hands‑on experience with scan tools and EV systems.
• Safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented and capable of handling complex technical cases.