Data Researcher Research Analyst – Automotive R&D (Junior Level)

Black Pearl Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Data Researcher / Research Analyst in Dubai. The ideal candidate will analyze automotive market trends and technologies to support product development and R&D initiatives. This role involves collaborating with engineering teams and building research databases to provide insights into product concepts. Candidates should have a background in engineering and extensive experience in research, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in relevant tools like Excel and Power BI. Relevant certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering fields.
• 13+ years of experience in R&D, market intelligence, or product development.
• Proficiency in research and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on automotive markets and technologies.
• Analyze consumer trends and regulatory updates.
• Build dashboards and maintain research databases.

Skills

Strong analytical and research skills

Proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of automotive systems

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical/Electronic, Industrial Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Black Pearl is seeking a Data Researcher / Research Analyst Automotive R&D to support product development innovation and technology strategy. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about automotive technologies and data-driven research.

Key Responsibilities

Market & Industry Research

• Conduct research on global and regional automotive markets and technologies.
• Analyze consumer trends, sustainability shifts, regulatory updates and EV/ADAS developments.
• Benchmark competitor products, pricing and innovation pipelines.

Product Development & R&D Support

• Provide insights to guide product concept creation and engineering decisions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to assess feasibility and emerging technologies.
• Support R&D roadmaps by identifying materials, powertrains and digital solutions.
• Assist in prototype evaluations and user feedback analysis.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze datasets to identify patterns and business opportunities.
• Build dashboards and maintain research databases.
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership and cross-functional teams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with Engineering, Product, Marketing, Supply Chain and Quality teams.
• Participate in ideation and design sessions with evidence-based recommendations.

Operational Excellence

• Maintain organized documentation of research and benchmarking studies.
• Stay updated on automotive technologies, standards and industry regulations.
• Support the R&D Manager in day-to-day tasks and strategic projects.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical/Electronic, Industrial Engineering or related fields.
• 13 years of experience in research, R&D, market intelligence or product development (automotive preferred).
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, Tableau or similar tools.
• Understanding of automotive systems (EV, ADAS, materials, electronics).
• Excellent communication, documentation and presentation skills.
• Certifications in analytics or research are an advantage.