EV Lead Technician: High-Voltage & Diagnostics
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Automotive Electrician with EV expertise to lead diagnostics and repair for electric and hybrid vehicles at our Gauteng facility. The role focuses on EV battery systems, powertrains, charging infrastructure, and advanced diagnostic tools, with mentoring responsibilities for junior staff.
Ideal candidate combines technical prowess with leadership to drive best practices, safety compliance, and continuous improvement in EV servicing for the Tembisa region.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as an automotive electrician, with at least 3 years in EV systems.
- Proven expertise with high-voltage EV battery systems, electric powertrains and charging technologies.
- Expertise in utilizing specialized EV diagnostic tools and multimeters for complex troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of CAN bus communication and automotive network diagnostics.
Responsibilities
- Lead advanced diagnostic and repair procedures for electric and hybrid vehicle electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to EV battery systems, motors, inverters, and charging systems.
- Interpret intricate EV electrical schematics and technical documentation; use diagnostic software to pinpoint faults.
- Mentor and provide guidance to a team of automotive electricians and technicians.
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Job description
Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Automotive Electrician with EV expertise to lead diagnostics and repair for electric and hybrid vehicles at our Gauteng facility. The role focuses on EV battery systems, powertrains, charging infrastructure, and advanced diagnostic tools, with mentoring responsibilities for junior staff.
Ideal candidate combines technical prowess with leadership to drive best practices, safety compliance, and continuous improvement in EV servicing for the Tembisa region.
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