Product Technician

Volkswagen Group Services GmbH; Kariega, Centurion, Sandton; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Volkswagen Group Africa is seeking a technically skilled Product Technician (Assembly) to provide hands‑on support for production by diagnosing and resolving electrical and process‑related issues. The role focuses on vehicle electrical fitment and commissioning in Final Assembly, based in Kariega.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics with 3–5 years in automotive assembly, strong fault‑finding and the ability to coach operators.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering (excluding heavy current) or Mechatronics.
• Three–Five years relevant experience in automotive assembly with fault‑finding in electrical systems.
• Experience diagnosing electrical faults on vehicles including harnesses and ECUs.
• Proven ability to read electrical drawings and to coach operators.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on production support for electrical faults and stoppages.
• Diagnose harness issues, control unit faults and incorrect fitments.
• Contain and recover defects quickly to minimise downtime and quality impact.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring electrical defects and drive corrective actions.
• Improve assembly processes related to vehicle electrics and fitment methods.
• Monitor End‑of‑Line/Audit findings to reduce electrical flow‑out.
• Coach production personnel on correct electrical fitment and fault prevention.
• Support new models and engineering changes from a buildability perspective.
• Coordinate action plans with Production, Planning and Quality.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Coaching/Training

CAN/LIN bus basics

MS Office

CAD viewer basics

Education

Electrical Engineering Diploma/Degree or Mechatronics

Tools

Diagnostic tools

MS Office

CAD viewer

Job description

At Volkswagen Group Africa, we are more than a car manufacturer – we are a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and our people. With operating sites in Kariega (Uitenhage), Centurion, and Sandton, we combine a proud heritage of engineering excellence with a strong focus on the future. We produce vehicles and mobility solutions that deliver performance, safety, and sustainability. Our success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of the global Volkswagen Group, we operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, digitalization, and sustainability shape everything we do. Joining Volkswagen Group Africa means being part of a team building mobility for generations – responsibly, sustainably, and together.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a technically skilled‑Product Technician (Assembly) to provide hands‑on technical support to Production through the diagnosis and resolution of vehicle electrical and process‑related concerns. ‑The role supports stable production, improved Direct Run Rate (DRR), reduced defects and continuous improvement of product quality, with a special focus on vehicle electrical fitment and commissioning activities within Final Assembly. This position is based in Assembly - Production (Kariega)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide immediate hands‑on production support for electrical faults and stoppages.
• Diagnose and assist in rectifying harness issues, control unit faults and incorrect fitment/connection issues.
• Contain and recover defects quickly to minimise downtime, rework and quality impact.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring electrical defects and drive problem sheets/A3s.
• Implement and verify corrective actions to reduce repeat failures and improve DRR.
• Identify and improve assembly process weaknesses relating to vehicle electrics.
• Propose improvements to work sequences, part handling, fitment methods and error‑proofing.
• Monitor CP6, End‑of‑Line and audit findings to reduce electrical flow‑out.
• Coach and train production personnel on correct electrical fitment, fault identification and prevention.
• Support new models, model year changes and engineering changes from a buildability perspective.
• Coordinate action plans with Production, Planning, Quality and other relevant departments

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

• National Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering (excluding heavy current) or Mechatronics; and/or

Work Experience:

• Three –Five years relevant experience in automotive assembly production with proven vehicle electrical systems and fault‑finding.
• Three years’ experience in vehicle manufacturing or a related field, with key focus on vehicle electronics.
• Proven ability to diagnose electrical faults on vehicles, including harnesses, control units, sensors and actuators
• Experience using diagnostic tools and measurement equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed technical drawings such as electrical drawings.
• Advanced practical fault‑finding and vehicle diagnostics capability.
• Knowledge of CAN/LIN bus systems, ECUs, electrical fitment, harness routing and common failure modes.
• Strong root cause analysis, problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to coach and train operators/artisans and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Proficient in MS Office, with a basic understanding of CAD viewer.
• Ability to work under production pressure and make sound decisions.

Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to achieving and sustaining an equitable and representative workforce. In line with its Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.

VWGA communicates with integrity and transparency.

Issued on behalf of HR

Location: ZA

Department: Production and Manufacturing Strategy

Shift: Full‑time

Contract type: Unlimited

Remote Working: Mobile Work not possible

Posting Date: 11 Sept 2026