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Group Leader

Perodua
Full-Time

The Group Leader is responsible for overseeing production operations, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. This role involves training team members and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Internship Operations (Procurement)

Ayvens MHC Mobility Services Malaysia Sdn. Bhd
Internship

This internship position in Operations focuses on Procurement and involves handling tasks related to insurance quotes, road-tax management, and accident claims tracking. The role requires managing insurance quotes for fleets, assisting with road-tax processes, and ensuring proper documentation for claim cases.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 1000

Admin Support, Corporate Office

PROTON
Full-Time

The Admin Support Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth administrative operations within the corporate office. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards of professionalism.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Project Engineer

PROTON
Full-Time

The Project Engineer role involves overseeing automotive engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. You will collaborate with various departments and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Perak
Undisclosed

Pembantu Operasi

Perodua
Full-Time

The Operations Assistant will manage daily vehicle operations, ensuring compliance with standards and maintaining accurate records. This role requires teamwork and effective communication skills.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Sales Executive

Hiredly X
Full-Time

This role involves managing the full sales cycle to meet targets and provide forecasts, focusing on the sale of consumables, service, and parts. The position requires analyzing market trends and customer preferences, managing accounts, collaborating with internal teams, and using sales management tools like Salesforce.

Penang
MYR 7000 - 8000

Executive - Enterprise Risk Management

Perodua
Full-Time

This role focuses on managing enterprise risks by reviewing risk assessments and promoting a culture of risk awareness within the organization. The Executive will prepare reports and engage in various administrative tasks to support the risk management framework.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Internship Opportunities

PROTON
Internship

This internship role at PROTON offers an opportunity for students to gain practical experience in the automotive industry. Interns will be exposed to various aspects of the business and can potentially secure future employment.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Internship CBO's Office

Carsome
Internship

This internship at the Chief Business Officer's (CBO) Office focuses on project management, reporting, and research within the automotive industry. It offers practical experience and the opportunity to collaborate with senior leaders.

Selangor
MYR 999 - 1000

Valuation Advisor

Perodua
Full-Time

The Valuation Advisor role at Perodua involves evaluating and inspecting pre-owned vehicles for trade-ins while achieving monthly targets. The advisor will work closely with sales teams and ensure all documentation is accurately processed.

Johor
Undisclosed

Executive, Management Accounting (New Model Finance) - Outsource

Honda Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Contract

The Executive in Management Accounting will focus on new model evaluations and tax incentive strategies. This role requires collaboration with various teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Petaling Jaya, Selangor
RM 3,000 – RM 4,500

RIDER TECHNICIAN BTEAM

BATERIKU (M) SDN. BHD.
Full-Time

The Rider Technician role involves providing on-site battery delivery and installation services. You will conduct vehicle inspections and ensure customer satisfaction by addressing any issues with clarity and professionalism.

Selangor
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.