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EV Systems Specialist

HIGH Demand· Rs.175k+ /mo

About This Role

Focuses on electric powertrains, battery management systems (BMS), and charging infrastructure.

A Day in the Life

You diagnose, service, and repair electric vehicle systems — high-voltage battery packs, inverters, electric motors, and charging infrastructure — ensuring safe and efficient EV operation.

  • Follow HV isolation and lock-out/tag-out procedures before working on EV systems
  • Diagnose battery management system (BMS) faults using OEM diagnostic software
  • Perform cell-level battery testing and capacity measurement
  • Service and replace high-voltage contactors, fuses, and cooling systems
  • Diagnose and repair electric motor and inverter drive faults
  • Test and maintain EV charging stations (AC and DC fast chargers)
  • Reflash and update EV control unit firmware
  • Advise customers on battery health, range optimisation, and charging best practices

Work Environment

INDOORTeam: SMALLUNIFORMRemote: NONE

EV-certified workshop with HV-safe equipment — insulated hand tools, HV personal protective equipment (PPE), vehicle isolation boards, and dedicated EV service bays. In Sri Lanka, EV specialists work at emerging EV dealerships, selected Toyota and Nissan hybrid/EV service centres, and the growing public/private charging network operators.

Skills Required

Required

Automotive Electrical & Diagnostic SystemsElectric & Hybrid Vehicle Systems

Preferred

Occupational Health & Safety (HSE)

Technical Skills

High-voltage EV system safety protocolsBattery management system (BMS) diagnosisElectric motor and inverter fault diagnosisEV OBD diagnostic software operationAC/DC charging system maintenance

Soft Skills

Absolute procedural discipline for safetyContinuous learning mindset (rapidly evolving technology)Clear safety briefing communication to workshop colleaguesMethodical documentation of HV workCustomer education on EV ownership

How to Qualify in Sri Lanka

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At a Glance

SL DemandHIGH
Remote WorkNONE

Sectors

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

You diagnose, service, and repair electric vehicle systems — high-voltage battery packs, inverters, electric motors, and charging infrastructure — ensuring safe and efficient EV operation.

To become a EV Systems Specialist in Sri Lanka. Relevant degree programmes include: Engineering Technology (ET), Engineering Technology (ET), Engineering Technology (ET). Explore step-by-step career roadmaps contributed by Sri Lankan EV Systems Specialists at paths.lk/career-paths/ev-systems-specialist.

In Sri Lanka, a EV Systems Specialist earns between LKR 175k and LKR 175k/month.

Key skills for a EV Systems Specialist in Sri Lanka: Automotive Electrical & Diagnostic Systems, Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Systems. Important soft skills: Absolute procedural discipline for safety, Continuous learning mindset (rapidly evolving technology), Clear safety briefing communication to workshop colleagues.

EV-certified workshop with HV-safe equipment — insulated hand tools, HV personal protective equipment (PPE), vehicle isolation boards, and dedicated EV service bays. In Sri Lanka, EV specialists work at emerging EV dealerships, selected Toyota and Nissan hybrid/EV service centres, and the growing public/private charging network operators.