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Job DescriptionThe Research Engineer / Data Researcher / Research Analyst will play a key role in supporting Product Development, Innovation, and Technology Strategy within the automotive domain. The role is responsible for conducting in‑depth market, competitor, and technology research, analysing industry trends, and delivering data‑driven insights that inform product conceptualisation, engineering decisions, and long‑term R&D initiatives.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid technical understanding of automotive systems, and the ability to translate complex research findings into actionable recommendations. This position requires collaboration with cross‑functional teams, including Engineering, Design, Sales, Marketing, Quality, and Supply Chain, to ensure alignment of research insights with business and product objectives.
Market & Industry Research- Conduct comprehensive research on global and regional automotive markets, focusing on emerging technologies, mobility trends, and competitive landscapes.
- Analyse shifts in consumer preferences, sustainability trends, regulatory changes, safety standards, and electrification developments.
- Track and evaluate competitor product offerings, performance benchmarks, pricing strategies, and innovation pipelines.
- Provide research‑based insights to guide product concept creation, design direction, and technical specifications.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to assess feasibility, performance requirements, and potential technologies for integration.
- Support R&D roadmaps by identifying new materials, powertrain technologies, digital features, and smart mobility solutions.
- Assist in evaluating prototypes, test results, and customer feedback to refine product performance and user experience.
- Analyse large datasets from testing, customer studies, and market intelligence to identify trends, correlations, and opportunities.
- Build and maintain dashboards and research databases to support product planning decisions.
- Prepare high‑quality reports, presentations, and briefs for leadership, product managers, and technical teams.
- Work closely with Product Development, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to align research with project goals.
- Participate in brainstorming, ideation, and design reviews by providing evidence‑based insights.
- Support decision‑making through scenario modelling, benchmarking, and cost–benefit analyses.
- Maintain comprehensive and organized documentation of all research studies, competitive analyses, and technology evaluations.
- Stay current on new automotive technologies, global industry developments, new regulations, and mobility innovations.
- Support the R&D Manager and Product Development leadership in day‑to‑day tasks, project tracking, and strategic initiatives.
- Perform ad hoc research, analysis, and special studies to address emerging business needs.
- Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management System requirement.
Bachelor’s Degree (required) in one of the following fields:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering (especially for EVs or ADAS)
- Materials Science / Chemical Engineering (if focus on materials R&D)
- Industrial Engineering
- 1–3 years of experience in research, market intelligence, product development, or R&D within the automotive…
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