Automotive Electronics Technician — Hybrid Testing & ECU

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 248,000 - 358,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Automotive Electronics Technician to join a cutting-edge team working on ECUs and vehicle systems. You will diagnose, repair, and validate electronics in prototype and production vehicles, contributing to next‑gen vehicle intelligence.

Suitable candidates have 5+ years in automotive electronics, strong diagnostic skills, and a Diploma/Bachelor’s in EE/Electronics.

Qualifications

• Requires a diploma or degree in EE/Electronics.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on automotive electronics experience.
• Proficient with diagnostic tools and automotive networks CAN/LIN/Ethernet.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and calibrate automotive electronic systems and ECUs.
• Diagnose faults using diagnostic tools and oscilloscopes.
• Repair or replace faulty modules and wiring harnesses.
• Conduct functional testing and document results accurately.
• Collaborate with design engineers to improve system performance.

Skills

ECU diagnostics

CAN/LIN protocols

Oscilloscopes

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

ECU flashing tools

Automotive diagnostic equipment

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Automotive Electronics Technician to join a cutting-edge team working on ECUs and vehicle systems. You will diagnose, repair, and validate electronics in prototype and production vehicles, contributing to next‑gen vehicle intelligence.

Suitable candidates have 5+ years in automotive electronics, strong diagnostic skills, and a Diploma/Bachelor’s in EE/Electronics.