Data Research Analyst jobs in United States

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

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

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical/Electronic, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
• 1–3 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.