Senior Remote Automotive Diagnostics Engineer

Placements24; Midrand; Remote; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,001,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup

Global collaboration

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Diagnostic Technician for a remote‑first role that supports field service engineers and authorized service centers worldwide. You will troubleshoot complex vehicle issues and provide expert remote diagnostics to keep global operations moving.

In this role you will analyze fault codes, develop repair procedures, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with engineering on diagnostic tools, while documenting activities in the CRM and staying current

Qualifications

• 8+ years hands-on automotive diagnostic experience.
• Proficient with ECUs, ABS, SRS, transmission control modules, and ADAS.
• Familiar with OEM tools and multi-brand scanners.
• Experience with oscilloscope usage and diagnostic data analysis.
• Strong remote communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced remote diagnostic support for a wide range of vehicles.
• Analyze diagnostic data, fault codes, and service bulletins to identify root causes.
• Develop and document detailed repair procedures for complex issues.
• Collaborate with engineering on product performance and tool feedback.
• Conduct remote training sessions and knowledge-sharing workshops.
• Maintain records of diagnostic activities in the CRM system.
• Stay updated on automotive technologies and best practices.

Skills

Remote diagnostics

Electrical schematics

Analytical thinking

Remote communication

Time management

Education

ASE certifications (advanced engine performance, brakes, suspension)

Tools

OEM tools

Multi-brand scanners

Oscilloscope

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Diagnostic Technician for a remote‑first role that supports field service engineers and authorized service centers worldwide. You will troubleshoot complex vehicle issues and provide expert remote diagnostics to keep global operations moving.

In this role you will analyze fault codes, develop repair procedures, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with engineering on diagnostic tools, while documenting activities in the CRM and staying current