Automotive Electrical Specialist: ECU & CAN Diagnostics

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Manufacturer training programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a skilled Automotive Electrician for a busy repair and maintenance facility in Tembisa. You will diagnose and repair electrical faults across a range of vehicles, interpret wiring diagrams, and install electrical components in a modern workshop.

You will use diagnostic scanners, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other tools to identify issues, service ECMs, maintain records, and stay updated on new automotive electrical technologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Automotive Electrician in the automotive sector.
• Strong understanding of automotive electrical systems and CAN/LIN networks.
• Proficiency with diagnostic scanners, multimeters, and oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automotive electrical faults.
• Interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Install and repair electrical components (batteries, lighting, starters).
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify issues.
• Maintain records of work and parts used.
• Collaborate with technicians to resolve issues.

Skills

Automotive electrical systems

Diagnostic testing

Wiring diagrams

CAN/LIN networks

ECU troubleshooting

Education

Electrical or automotive qualification

Tools

Automotive diagnostic scanners

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Scan tools

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a skilled Automotive Electrician for a busy repair and maintenance facility in Tembisa. You will diagnose and repair electrical faults across a range of vehicles, interpret wiring diagrams, and install electrical components in a modern workshop.

You will use diagnostic scanners, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other tools to identify issues, service ECMs, maintain records, and stay updated on new automotive electrical technologies.