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Research Science Analyst - Mobility Electrification Model, EV Outlook

McKinsey & Company

Boston, MA
Full Time
Mid Level
16 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The McKinsey Center for Future Mobility is our firm’s think tank developing new perspectives and counseling clients on trends in shared mobility, electrification, autonomous vehicles, and consumer sentiment. As a Mobility Analyst within the McKinsey Center for Future Mobility’s Mobility Electrification Model Team, you will be instrumental in forecasting electric vehicle (EV) adoption by analyzing consumer pull and regulatory push factors. You will work with the McKinsey Electric Vehicle Outlook Model to generate scenario-based EV sales and parc forecasts, analyze OEM strategies, assess market positioning, and identify strategic opportunities in the mobility transition. This is a highly entrepreneurial role with significant space for initiative taking and personal growth, offering opportunities to develop industry-leading expertise and build new skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leverage the McKinsey Electric Vehicle Outlook Model to generate scenario-based EV sales and parc forecasts for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, considering total cost of ownership, regulatory impacts, and demand and supply drivers.
  • Conduct in-depth analyses of individual OEM strategies, assessing market positioning, go-to-market approaches, and investment plans.
  • Apply advanced machine learning algorithms (proficiency not required) to identify drivers and underlying correlations in mobility data.
  • Analyze value and profit pools across the automotive value chain to identify strategic opportunities for OEMs and suppliers in the mobility transition.
  • Develop and customize business insights and model outputs through collaboration with McKinsey experts and directly with clients.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in business, business informatics, economics, or STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) preferred.
  • 2+ years of professional experience.
  • Proficiency in Python to manage and visualize mobility data insights and guide the development of mobility tools (preferred).
  • Strong analytical background with quantitative skills, including knowledge of software/solutions; strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills are a minimum requirement, preferably with Python coding proficiency and data visualization experience (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI).
  • Background in, or strong interest in automotive and mobility, with a willingness to specialize and bring related expertise.
  • Adept at managing key stakeholders (internal & external) and confident in working collaboratively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with senior stakeholders.
  • Strong process management skills, capable of coordinating multiple workstreams independently with foresight.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice to Have

  • Proficiency in Python for data management and visualization.
  • Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or PowerBI.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a relevant field (preferred).
  • At least 2 years of professional experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary based on location, experience, and skills.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/partner, and children.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, and professional growth.
  • Work in a diverse, global community with colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 nationalities.
  • Exposure to innovative projects in mobility and sustainability.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 4, 2025
Job CategoryMarket Research
SalaryCompetitive salary
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceMid Level

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