Sr. Manager, Startup Deployment

Newlabcareers

New Orleans, Louisiana, US
Base: $115,000-$150,000; bonus/equity: eligible fo...
On-site
Technical and commercial needs assessment
Partnership with regional stakeholders
Startup commercialization barriers understanding
This execution-oriented role works hands-on with startups to understand their technical and commercial needs, and partners closely with regional stakeholders to translate those needs into viable localization pathways

Job Summary

  • This execution-oriented role works hands-on with startups to understand their technical and commercial needs, and partners closely with regional stakeholders to translate those needs into viable localization pathways.
  • You will help startups navigate across regional partners to accelerate their market entry and project development milestones by supporting activities such as site selection, securing incentives, and identifying local supply chain partners.
  • The role is deeply place-based and requires regular engagement with industrial site partners, government stakeholders, and local partners across Louisiana.

Matching Summary

This execution-oriented role works hands-on with startups to understand their technical and commercial needs, and partners closely with regional stakeholders to translate those needs into viable localization pathways.

Salary

Base: $115,000-$150,000; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonus program; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Technical and commercial needs assessment
  • Partnership with regional stakeholders
  • Startup commercialization barriers understanding
  • Engagement with industrial site partners
  • Startup attraction and localization support
  • Economic development and stakeholder engagement
  • Technical and ecosystem coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Builder mentality with founder empathy
  • Deep network across Louisiana and Gulf South
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Knowledge of local ecosystem

Key Requirements

  • 5-7 years of experience
  • Experience working with or for venture-backed startups
  • Familiarity with Louisiana’s industrial, energy, maritime, or manufacturing ecosystems
  • Exposure to pilot projects, demonstrations, or first-of-a-kind deployments
  • Experience engaging with utilities, ports, industrial sites, and public-sector partners
  • Background in engineering, energy systems, advanced manufacturing, or a related technical field

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

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