Auto Electrician / Vehicle Electronics Technician

About Us

Manchester Car Audio is a specialist automotive electrical and vehicle electronics business providing professional auto electrical repairs, diagnostics, car audio installations and vehicle technology upgrades.

We work on a wide variety of vehicles, offering services ranging from diagnosing and repairing complex electrical faults to installing advanced multimedia, security and vehicle electronics systems.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced and motivated Auto Electrician / Vehicle Electronics Technician to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of vehicle electrical systems, excellent fault-finding abilities and experience working with automotive electronics.

Key Responsibilities

Auto Electrical Diagnostics & Repairs

• Diagnosing and repairing vehicle electrical faults and wiring issues.
• Identifying and repairing blown fuses, faulty relays, damaged wiring and electrical connections.
• Tracing short circuits, open circuits, earth faults and intermittent electrical problems.
• Diagnosing battery drain, parasitic current draw and other electrical system issues.
• Testing electrical circuits using multimeters, diagnostic equipment and wiring diagrams.
• Repairing damaged wiring looms, connectors and electrical components.
• Troubleshooting faults involving vehicle lighting, central locking, electric windows and other electrical systems.
• Diagnosing electrical problems relating to aftermarket installations and vehicle accessories.

Vehicle Electronics & Installations

• Installing car audio systems, speakers, amplifiers, subwoofers and head units.
• Installing Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and multimedia upgrades.
• Fitting reversing cameras, parking sensors, dash cameras and 360° camera systems.
• Installing vehicle alarms, immobilisers, trackers and security systems.
• Working with 12V electrical systems, CAN bus networks and vehicle integration modules.
• Safely removing and refitting dashboards, interior trims and vehicle panels.
• Ensuring all installations and repairs are completed safely and to a high professional standard.

Requirements

Essential:

• Previous practical experience as an auto electrician, vehicle electrical technician or in a similar automotive electrical role.
• Strong understanding of automotive electrical systems, wiring, fuses, relays and electrical circuits.
• Ability to diagnose and repair vehicle electrical faults independently.
• Experience using multimeters and automotive diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and understand vehicle wiring diagrams.
• Good knowledge of 12V electrical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• Careful workmanship when working on customers' vehicles.

Desirable:

• Experience with car audio and multimedia installations.
• Knowledge of CAN bus systems and vehicle electronics.
• Experience installing alarms, immobilisers and tracking systems.
• Experience diagnosing complex or intermittent electrical faults.
• Full UK driving licence.

Training can be provided on specialist car audio and vehicle electronics products, but applicants should already have practical automotive electrical knowledge and fault-finding experience.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of vehicles.
• Varied work involving electrical diagnostics, repairs and specialist installations.
• Opportunity to develop skills in modern automotive technology.
• Friendly and professional working environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a hands-on, technically minded individual who enjoys diagnosing problems, finding solutions and working with vehicles.

You should be confident investigating electrical faults, repairing wiring and carrying out high-quality vehicle electronics installations.

We value practical experience, strong diagnostic abilities, reliability and pride in workmanship.

How to Apply

Please apply through Indeed with your CV, including details of your previous automotive electrical experience.

Join Manchester Car Audio and become part of a growing specialist automotive electrical and vehicle electronics business.

Pay: £27,420.00-£44,420.00 per year

Work Location: In person