The 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, analyzing industry trends, and delivering data-driven insights that inform product conceptualization, 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.
• Analyze 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.

Product Development & R&D Support

• 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.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze 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.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• 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.

Operational Excellence

• 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