Automotive Companies Hiring in Malaysia

Find automotive companies hiring in Malaysia. Explore sales, engineering, and aftersales roles at Proton, Perodua, and dealers.

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Lot 4 level, 2, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated July 2026

About Automotive Companies in Malaysia

Malaysia has one of Southeast Asia's most developed automotive industries, characterised by two national car manufacturers, international brand assemblers and distributors, and a large components and parts supply chain. The automotive sector employs engineers, sales professionals, mechanics and technicians, supply chain specialists, and corporate support teams across manufacturing and dealership networks.

Proton Holdings — now majority-owned by Geely — and Perodua are the national car manufacturers, together accounting for over 60% of annual vehicle sales. International brands assembled or distributed in Malaysia include Toyota (UMW Toyota), Honda, Volkswagen (Bermaz Auto), BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo.

The sector is transforming driven by the National Automotive Policy 2020 and the push towards electric vehicles. Proton's EV joint ventures (eMAS), Perodua's EV roadmap, and Chinese brands (Chery, BYD, GAC) entering the Malaysian market are reshaping skills requirements towards EV engineering, charging infrastructure, and battery technology.

Hiring Trends at Automotive Companies

Demand is growing for EV engineers (battery, powertrain, charging), automotive software engineers, quality engineers, after-sales service technicians, and automotive sales consultants. Traditional manufacturing engineering and production management roles remain in consistent demand at Proton and Perodua plants.

Automotive technicians earn RM 2,000 – RM 4,000/month. Sales consultants earn base plus commission averaging RM 4,000 – RM 8,000/month for experienced performers. Engineers at manufacturers earn RM 3,500 – RM 9,000/month. Dealership managers earn RM 8,000 – RM 18,000/month.

Top Automotive Companies in Malaysia

Perodua (Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua)

Malaysia's best-selling car brand, hiring engineers, technicians, sales staff, and management trainees at its Rawang manufacturing complex and nationwide dealerships.

Proton Holdings Berhad

National car manufacturer with ambitious EV and connected car plans, hiring automotive engineers, software developers, and design professionals.

UMW Toyota Motor

Toyota's Malaysian assembler and distributor, with manufacturing in Shah Alam and a national dealership network — consistent employer of engineers and sales professionals.

Bermaz Auto Berhad

Mazda and Peugeot distributor in Malaysia, offering automotive sales, aftersales, and operations career paths across its dealership network.

Ingress Corporation

Major Malaysian automotive component manufacturer supplying Perodua, Proton, and Toyota — hiring process engineers, quality staff, and production supervisors.

Sime Darby Motors

Multi-brand automotive dealership and distribution group (BMW, Volkswagen, Porsche, Ford) — one of Malaysia's largest automotive retail employers.

How to Get Hired at Automotive Companies

  1. 1

    Search SuperJobs for automotive companies by role (engineer, sales consultant, technician, service advisor) or brand name.

  2. 2

    For engineering roles, highlight automotive-relevant experience: DFMEA, PFMEA, SPC, IATF 16949, and CAD software proficiency.

  3. 3

    For dealership sales roles, demonstrate product knowledge, customer relationship skills, and any OEM-certified training.

  4. 4

    EV engineering is the fastest-growing niche — power electronics, battery management, or embedded systems experience is highly valued.

  5. 5

    Apply through SuperJobs; Proton and Perodua both run structured graduate trainee schemes — apply 3–4 months before graduation for the best chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What jobs are available at automotive companies in Malaysia?▾
Automotive jobs include automotive engineer (body, chassis, powertrain, EV), quality engineer, manufacturing engineer, service technician, service advisor, sales consultant, parts planner, fleet manager, dealership manager, and corporate functions at manufacturer and distributor level.
What is the salary range for automotive jobs in Malaysia?▾
Technicians earn RM 2,000–4,000/month. Sales consultants earn RM 3,000–8,000/month (base + commission). Engineers at manufacturers earn RM 3,500–9,000/month. Senior engineers and managers earn RM 8,000–18,000/month. EV and software engineers: RM 6,000–15,000/month.
Is the automotive industry growing in Malaysia?▾
Growing with transformation. Traditional ICE vehicle jobs are stable but EV-related roles are expanding rapidly. Proton's Geely-backed EV joint ventures and the national EV roadmap are driving demand for EV-skilled engineers. Dealership roles remain in consistent demand as TIV stays above 700,000 units annually.
What qualifications are needed for automotive engineering roles?▾
A degree in mechanical, electrical, electronic, or automotive engineering is standard. IATF 16949 auditor training, DFMEA/PFMEA expertise, and automotive-grade quality system experience are valued. For EV engineering, power electronics, battery chemistry, or embedded systems knowledge is sought.
How do I find automotive company listings on SuperJobs?▾
Filter the SuperJobs company directory by Automotive or search by brand or role type. Graduate programmes at Proton and Perodua are posted on SuperJobs during Q3–Q4 annually.