Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Specialist / EV Technician

Zhilian Xiaomi Auto Service Philippines LTD Corp; San Juan; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Zhilian Xiaomi Auto Service Philippines LTD Corp in Manila is seeking a PDI Specialist to ensure Li Auto vehicles meet factory quality and safety standards before handover. You will perform systematic inspections of mechanical, electrical, software, and cosmetic aspects.

Responsibilities include waking vehicles from transit mode, updating OTA firmware, calibrating Li Auto hardware, and performing EV battery checks and road testing. A driver’s license and EV experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or degree in Automotive Engineering, EV Technology, or related mechanical field.
• 1–3 years of automotive technician or PDI experience, preferably with EVs or premium brands.
• High level of comfort with digital diagnostic tools, automotive software systems, and computer applications.
• Meticulous visual and sensory observation to identify imperfections affecting a luxury customer experience.
• Must possess a valid, clean Professional Driver's License with a proven safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-delivery inspections covering mechanical, electrical, software, and cosmetic checks.
• Wake vehicles from transit mode, update OTA firmware to latest versions, and calibrate intelligent hardware.
• EV diagnostics & battery checks, test charging functions (AC/DC) using Li Auto diagnostic software.
• Comprehensive multi-point inspection of interior, exterior, powertrain, steering, brakes, suspension, and electronics.
• Road testing to evaluate cabin NVH, regenerative braking, range-extender engagement, and drivability.
• Prepare accessories installation and manage stockyard inventory movement safely.
• Document defects in the Workshop Management System and escalate issues to Master Technicians or Service Advisors.

Skills

Diagnostic tools proficiency

Automotive software familiarity

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

Automotive Engineering / EV Technology degree

Job description

About the role

The PDI Specialist ensures every Li Auto vehicle meets strict factory quality, safety, and cosmetic standards prior to customer handover. You will systematically execute the pre-delivery inspection checklist, encompassing mechanical systems, electrical infrastructure, intelligent software systems, and overall aesthetics.

Key responsibilities

• Smart System & Software Initialization: Wake vehicles up from "transit mode," update Over-the-Air (OTA) firmware to the latest versions, and calibrate intelligent hardware including LiDAR, cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and ADAS components.

• EV Diagnostics & Battery Checks: Inspect high-voltage battery health, verify thermal management system fluid levels, and test charging functions (AC and DC fast charging) using proprietary Li Auto diagnostic software.

• Comprehensive Multi-Point Inspection: Thoroughly check the vehicle interior, exterior, powertrain, steering, braking, suspension, and electronics using the manufacturer's checklist.

• Cosmetic Quality Control: Inspect interior leather, trim, and exterior paint surfaces for microscopic scratches, dents, chips, or alignment defects.

• Road Testing: Perform functional dynamic test drives to evaluate cabin NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), regenerative braking transition, EREV range-extender engine engagement, and general drivability.

• Accessory & Logistics Preparation: Complete vehicle stenciling, install required loose accessories (floor mats, emergency kits, charging adapters), and manage stockyard inventory movement safely.

• Defect Documentation: Log any identified defects into the Workshop Management System, escalating complex software anomalies or mechanical flaws to Master Technicians or Service Advisors for immediate rectification.

About you

• Technical diploma or degree in Automotive Engineering, Electric Vehicle Technology, or a related mechanical field.

• Minimum of 1-3 years of automotive technician or PDI experience, with a strong preference given to those with background in Electric Vehicles (EVs) or premium luxury brands.

• High level of comfort with digital diagnostic tools, automotive software systems, and computer applications.

• Meticulous visual and sensory observation to identify imperfections that would impact a luxury customer experience.

• Must possess a valid, clean Professional Driver's License with a proven safe driving record.