Eyeing a career in the booming EV sector? Check out the pay, roles & skills in demand

economictimes.indiatimes.com:

electric vehicle (EV) sector is an area many individuals are betting on for a successful career. However, it’s important to learn the in-demand roles and skills, the courses to pursue and other such details to future-proof careers in the EV sector.

Nimish Trivedi, CEO and Co-founder, Evera, an all-electric cab service company, says the rapid growth in EVs has resulted in diverse employment opportunities, in various segments. Positions requiring expertise in computer science, software development, data science, and engineering are pivotal in designing, manufacturing and implementing safety systems in electric vehicles; so these skills are in high demand.

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The roles in demand in EV

In addition to these, he says there is also demand for less technically skilled personnel, including assembly line workers, electricians and construction labourers. These individuals contribute significantly to critical aspects such as battery production, as well as the development and maintenance of essential infrastructure for the expanding electric vehicle ecosystem.

Rohet Ramesh, Director, Layam Group, a talent management and staffing solutions provider, says as manufacturers move from the traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to EVs, Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes will lead to a surge in indigenous manufacturing. About 20 million jobs will be created by 2030, resulting in an increased demand for in-house specialists