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Automotive Technician

Carsome
Full-Time

The Automotive Technician is responsible for diagnosing and repairing vehicle issues to ensure maximum reliability and functionality. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining the quality and performance of vehicles in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Selangor
MYR 2000 - 4000

PROJECT ENGINEER, PROJECT OEM

DRB-HICOM
Full-Time

The Project Engineer, Project OEM is responsible for coordinating and tracking OEM programme milestones. This role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure project schedules are met and documentation is prepared for customer engagement.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Pembantu Operasi

Perodua
Full-Time

The Operations Assistant is responsible for managing the daily operations of vehicle handling. This role involves ensuring vehicle compliance with standards and maintaining accurate movement records.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Assistant Manager, Business Development, NCD

Carsome
Full-Time

The Assistant Manager, Business Development, NCD is responsible for leading a team of Sales Consultants to achieve sales targets and build strong relationships with New Car Dealers. This role involves developing sales strategies and collaborating with various teams to enhance customer experiences in a dynamic automotive environment.

Sarawak
MYR 2800 - 3500

Automotive Consultant

Carsome
Full-Time

The Automotive Consultant is responsible for repairing and maintaining vehicles to ensure maximum reliability. This role involves diagnosing vehicle problems and advising motorists on vehicle usage and maintenance scheduling.

Selangor
MYR 2000 - 3000

Executive, Network Standards - Development

Carsome
Full-Time

The Executive, Network Standards - Development is responsible for enforcing dealership standards and ensuring compliance across branches. This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders to support the establishment and transformation of new locations within the automotive industry.

Selangor
MYR 3500 - 4000

Vehicle Sales Representative

EZ Auto Mart
Full-Time

The Vehicle Sales Representative is responsible for showcasing and selling a diverse range of cars priced below 40k. This role involves engaging with customers to understand their needs and providing tailored solutions to ensure a smooth sales process.

Selangor
MYR 1700 - 15000

TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR - AMPANG

Carsome
Full-Time

The Technical Supervisor is responsible for leading the vehicle service and repair team to ensure high standards of productivity and quality. This role involves diagnosing technical issues, managing shop floor activities, and overseeing job distribution to optimize efficiency in a dynamic workshop environment.

Selangor
MYR 3000 - 4000

Sales Consultant (Johor Bahru)

Carsome
Full-Time

The Sales Consultant is responsible for driving sales and providing exceptional customer service. This role thrives in a dynamic sales environment, engaging with customers both in-person and online to enhance their vehicle purchasing experience.

Johor
MYR 4000 - 6000

Inventory Assistant

Gagner Auto Sdn Bhd
Full-Time

The Inventory Assistant is responsible for managing spare parts inventory for automotive needs. This role involves ensuring accurate stock levels and collaborating with the sales team to fulfill customer orders promptly.

Johor
MYR 2200 - 2400

Executive - Enterprise Risk Management

Perodua
Full-Time

The Executive in Enterprise Risk Management is responsible for overseeing and enhancing the organization's risk management processes. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective risk assessment and mitigation strategies are in place.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Assistant Branch Manager (Automotive)

Carsome
Full-Time

The Assistant Branch Manager (Automotive) is responsible for leading the branch team to enhance the customer experience in used car buying. This role involves optimizing sales performance and managing daily operations while motivating team members to achieve sales targets.

Selangor
Undisclosed

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated July 2026

About Automotive Jobs in Malaysia

Malaysia's automotive sector is one of the most significant in Southeast Asia, anchored by national car manufacturers and a broad ecosystem of component suppliers, dealerships, and after-sales service providers. The industry employs over 700,000 people directly and indirectly, making it a major pillar of the national economy.

Proton Holdings and Perodua (Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua) are the twin national automotive brands — together commanding over 60% of the Malaysian domestic market. Their manufacturing plants in Shah Alam (Proton), Subang Jaya (Proton assembly), and Rawang (Perodua) are among the country's largest single-site employers. International brands with significant assembly or distribution operations include Toyota (UMW Toyota), Honda (Honda Malaysia), Mazda (Bermaz Auto), BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Hyundai.

The sector is undergoing a structural transition driven by electrification. EV adoption is accelerating in Malaysia following the 2023 launch of Proton's X70 EV and expanded CKD (Completely Knocked Down) assembly of Chinese EV brands. The government's New Energy Vehicle (NEV) roadmap is creating demand for EV powertrain engineers, battery systems specialists, and EV charging infrastructure professionals — entirely new job families that did not exist in the Malaysian automotive market five years ago.

Salary & Hiring Trends in Automotive

Automotive technicians and service advisors earn RM 2,200 – RM 3,800/month. Engineers in vehicle assembly and component manufacturing earn RM 3,500 – RM 6,500/month at entry to mid-level. Senior engineers, product planners, and quality managers earn RM 7,000 – RM 14,000/month. Automotive directors and general managers at major brands earn RM 15,000 – RM 35,000/month.

EV engineers — particularly those with battery management system (BMS) experience, electric drivetrain engineering, or EV charging infrastructure design — are the most sought-after professionals in Malaysian automotive, commanding 25–40% premiums over comparable ICE (internal combustion engine) roles. Dealership general managers and after-sales service managers at premium brands (BMW, Mercedes) earn substantially more than mass-market equivalents. The shift to software-defined vehicles is also creating demand for embedded software engineers with automotive (AUTOSAR, ISO 26262) experience.

Top Automotive Roles in Malaysia

Automotive / Vehicle Engineer

Develops and validates vehicle systems — chassis, powertrain, body, electrical — at OEMs like Proton, Perodua, or international brands with Malaysian engineering centres.

EV / Electrification Engineer

Designs and develops electric powertrain, battery management systems, and EV charging infrastructure as Malaysia accelerates its electrification roadmap.

Automotive Quality Engineer

Manages supplier quality, incoming quality control, and IATF 16949 compliance at vehicle assembly plants and Tier 1 component manufacturers.

Service Advisor / After-Sales Executive

Front-line customer interaction at authorised dealerships — managing vehicle service appointments, warranty claims, and customer satisfaction.

Automotive Sales Executive / Fleet Manager

Sells new and used vehicles at dealerships, or manages fleet accounts for corporate clients at authorised brand distributors.

Production / Manufacturing Engineer (Automotive)

Manages vehicle assembly line operations, optimises production processes, and implements lean manufacturing improvements at CKD assembly plants.

How to Land an Automotive Job in Malaysia

  1. 1

    Search SuperJobs by role ("automotive engineer", "EV engineer", "service advisor", "quality engineer automotive") or filter by the Automotive industry for all current listings.

  2. 2

    Highlight automotive-specific standards and certifications: IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and functional safety experience (ISO 26262) for safety-critical engineering roles.

  3. 3

    For EV and electrification roles, emphasise any exposure to BMS (Battery Management Systems), CAN/LIN bus communication, AUTOSAR architecture, or high-voltage system safety.

  4. 4

    Apply through SuperJobs and directly via Proton, Perodua, and major distributor career portals — both channels are active and sometimes carry different role listings.

  5. 5

    Prepare for technical interviews covering your specific vehicle system expertise, any product launches you have supported, and your approach to resolving field quality issues or warranty cost reduction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of automotive jobs are available in Malaysia?
Automotive jobs in Malaysia include vehicle engineer, EV engineer, battery engineer, embedded software engineer (automotive), quality engineer (IATF 16949), production engineer, process engineer, automotive technician, service advisor, parts executive, after-sales manager, automotive sales executive, fleet sales manager, product planning executive, logistics coordinator, and dealership general manager. Roles exist at OEMs (Proton, Perodua), international brands (Toyota, Honda, BMW), Tier 1 suppliers, authorised dealerships, and automotive component manufacturers.
What is the salary range for automotive jobs in Malaysia?
Automotive technicians and service advisors earn RM 2,200–3,800/month. Graduate engineers at Proton, Perodua, and Tier 1 suppliers earn RM 3,500–5,000/month. Mid-level engineers earn RM 5,000–9,000/month. Senior engineers and team leads earn RM 8,000–14,000/month. EV engineers command a 25–40% premium. Dealership general managers at premium brands earn RM 12,000–25,000/month. Automotive directors at OEMs earn RM 18,000–40,000/month.
What qualifications are needed for automotive jobs in Malaysia?
Engineering roles require a degree in Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic, Mechatronics, or Automotive Engineering. EV roles increasingly require knowledge of power electronics and battery systems. Technician roles benefit from a diploma or certificate in Automotive Technology from institutions like Akademi Proton, Institut Kemahiran MARA (IKM), or Kolej Komuniti. Key certifications include IATF 16949 internal auditor, ISO 26262 Functional Safety, and VDA 6.3 Process Auditor for quality-facing roles.
Which companies hire the most automotive professionals in Malaysia?
The largest automotive employers are Proton Holdings and Perodua — both maintain thousands of engineers and production staff at their Selangor plants. International brand distributors include UMW Toyota Motor, Honda Malaysia, Bermaz Auto (Mazda), Sime Darby Motors (BMW, Porsche, Hyundai), and Cycle & Carriage. Tier 1 supplier employers include Modenas, DRB-HICOM, APM Automotive, Ingress Corporation, and Sapura Indsutrial. Authorised dealer networks for all brands employ large sales and after-sales workforces nationwide.
How do I apply for automotive jobs on SuperJobs?
Search "automotive jobs Malaysia", "Proton engineer", "EV engineer Selangor", or "service advisor Kuala Lumpur" on SuperJobs. Filter by the Automotive industry and your preferred role type. For OEM and Tier 1 supplier roles, apply through both SuperJobs and the company's own careers portal — both channels are actively monitored. Include your certifications (IATF 16949, VDA 6.3), CAD/CAE tool proficiency, and specific vehicle programmes or launch projects in your CV.