Remote Automotive Diagnostics Expert

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Diagnostics Specialist who can work remotely to support field technicians with advanced diagnostic expertise across a wide range of vehicle makes and models.

You will analyze fault codes and sensor data, develop troubleshooting guides, collaborate with engineers on diagnostic tools, and stay current with evolving electronics and software diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an Automotive Diagnostic Specialist or Master Technician with a focus on diagnostics.
• Proficiency with a wide array of automotive diagnostic software, hardware, and scan tools.
• Strong understanding of vehicle electronic control units (ECUs), CAN bus, and data networks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for complex data interpretation.
• Experience providing technical remote support or assistance is desirable.
• Certifications such as ASE Advanced Engine Performance Specialist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert remote diagnostic support to field technicians encountering complex vehicle issues.
• Analyze diagnostic data, fault codes, and sensor readings to pinpoint root causes of malfunctions.
• Develop and document troubleshooting guides and best practices for common and rare vehicle problems.
• Collaborate with engineers and product development teams to provide feedback on vehicle systems and diagnostic tools.
• Utilize remote diagnostic software and telematics systems to access vehicle data in real-time.
• Stay current with emerging automotive technologies, particularly in electronics and software diagnostics.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Diagnostic software/tools

ECUs & CAN bus

Analytical thinking

Remote support

Telemetry systems

Education

ASE Advanced Engine Performance Specialist

Tools

Scan tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Diagnostics Specialist who can work remotely to support field technicians with advanced diagnostic expertise across a wide range of vehicle makes and models.

You will analyze fault codes and sensor data, develop troubleshooting guides, collaborate with engineers on diagnostic tools, and stay current with evolving electronics and software diagnostics.