Automotive Electrical Systems Specialist

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Medical aid

Advanced diagnostic equipment

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking an Automotive Electrician & Electronics Technician to diagnose, repair and maintain modern vehicle electrical systems. You will work hands-on with wiring harnesses, ECUs, BCMs and infotainment units using advanced diagnostic tools.

The role requires formal automotive electrical trade qualifications, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret schematics and CAN/LIN networks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Automotive Electrician or Electronics Technician.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive electrical systems, components, and diagnostics.
• Proficiency with oscilloscopes, multimeters and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with CAN bus, LIN bus and other automotive networks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair a wide range of automotive electrical and electronic faults.
• Interpret wiring diagrams and service bulletins to identify issues.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical components including ECUs, BCMs and lighting.
• Utilise diagnostic tools and oscilloscopes to pinpoint problems.
• Maintain records of diagnostics and repairs performed.

Skills

Automotive electrical expertise

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

Read wiring diagrams

CAN/LIN network knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Trade certification in automotive electrical

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Diagnostic scan tools

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking an Automotive Electrician & Electronics Technician to diagnose, repair and maintain modern vehicle electrical systems. You will work hands-on with wiring harnesses, ECUs, BCMs and infotainment units using advanced diagnostic tools.

The role requires formal automotive electrical trade qualifications, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret schematics and CAN/LIN networks.