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Manager, Central 2/Regional Network Support, Network Planning & Development

PROTON
Full-Time

This role involves managing network planning and development for PROTON's dealerships. The manager will ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction while developing new business opportunities. Strong leadership and strategic skills are essential for success.

Selangor
Undisclosed

IT Infrastructure Analyst

Company
Full-Time

The IT Infrastructure Analyst is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and security of local IT systems, servers, and networks. This role ensures optimal performance of hardware and software while providing technical support to employees and managing ITSM processes.

Selangor
Undisclosed

State Manager, Service Operations (After Sales)

PROTON
Full-Time

The State Manager will lead service operations to meet revenue and performance targets while ensuring compliance with company policies. This role requires strong leadership and analytical skills to drive operational excellence across multiple outlets.

Negeri Sembilan
Undisclosed

Senior Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineering

PROTON
Full-Time

The Senior Engineer in Supplier Quality Engineering plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality of automotive parts through effective collaboration with suppliers. This position involves problem resolution, process validation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Perak
Undisclosed

Senior Executive, Training, Network Planning & Development

PROTON
Full-Time

This role focuses on training development and delivery for automotive products. The Senior Executive will engage dealership staff through effective training strategies and ensure that training materials are current and relevant.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Sarawak State Manager, Body & Paint (After Sales)

PROTON
Full-Time

The Sarawak State Manager will lead the Body & Paint operations, focusing on business development and operational support. This role is crucial for expanding the network and ensuring high service quality while achieving performance targets.

Sarawak
Undisclosed

Executive, Accounts & Finance

Perodua
Full-Time

The role of Executive in Accounts & Finance involves managing financial transactions and ensuring accurate reporting. You will play a key role in monitoring receivables and supporting financial audits, contributing to the overall efficiency of the finance department.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Sales Executive (UMA / RCB)

MKA Group
Full-Time

The Sales Executive (UMA / RCB) role involves expanding sales efforts and building customer relationships within the Klang Valley region focused on the two-wheeled vehicle and motorsports industry. The position requires generating leads with dealers and distributors, monitoring the competitor market, and preparing sales reports while working from 9am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday.

Selangor
MYR 3000 - 5000

Frontline Specialist

Wheelcorp Sdn Bhd
Full-Time

This role involves welcoming and assisting customers at the Wheelcorp Toyota showroom. The position requires direct interaction with showroom and walk-in customers to address their needs related to Toyota vehicles.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Parts Sales Manager

Black & Decker Asia Pacific (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
Full-Time

The Parts Sales Manager position is located in Atlanta, GA or Nashville, TN and focuses on leading and coordinating parts sales operations. The role involves managing a sales team and working towards achieving sales goals within the automotive parts sector.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Valuation Advisor

Perodua
Full-Time

The Valuation Advisor role involves assessing pre-owned vehicles and supporting sales advisors in the vehicle exchange process. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to meet monthly targets while maintaining professionalism.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Sales Advisor

PROTON
Full-Time

The Sales Advisor role at PROTON offers an exciting opportunity to engage with customers and drive sales in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, customer-focused, and eager to achieve high income through commissions.

Sabah
Undisclosed

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated May 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.