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Are you passionate about tackling climate change? Eager to make a real impact on the environment? Well, look no further - you’re in the perfect place!

We are looking for a Founder’s Associate to join our team in Cologne. For this role you can either work 100% on-site in Cologne or hybrid, with up to 3 home office days per week. As the founder's right-hand person, you will be a key member of our startup, working closely with our commercial co-founder, Frederick, to help drive business growth and development. You’ll provide crucial support across a broad range of strategic areas. Expect a steep learning curve, with hands-on training and mentorship from experienced founders.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with strategic planning and technical and commercial decision-making.
• Managing high-priority projects and initiatives.
• Helping build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, partners, external vendors, and customers.
• Supporting the development of the organization and internal processes while ensuring smooth operations as the company grows.
• Conducting research and analysis to support product and business development, including customer discovery and techno-economic analysis.
• Contributing to sales and marketing efforts.
• Managing fundraising pipelines and supporting the fundraising process.

What you’ll be doing:

Within 1 month, you will:

• Get to know the team, priorities, and ways of working.
• Understand customer requirements, product capabilities, and both technical and commercial objectives.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders and learn how we maintain those connections.

Within 3 months, you will:

• Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of our commercial co-founder, Frederick.
• Launch your first high-priority initiative.
• Support the advancement of our techno-economic analysis.
• Help develop an action plan to elevate our marketing and sales activities.

Within 6 months, you will:

• Take ownership of multiple high-priority projects and drive strategic objectives.
• Become a key hub and trusted contact for stakeholders.
• Propose and implement ideas to streamline operations.
• Be equipped with the knowledge and tools to assist in the fundraising process.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering (Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen), Industrial Management, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Tech-savvy with a strong interest in and drive to understand innovation and hardware technologies.
• A strong self-starter with a "get-things-done" mentality.
• Eager to learn how to build a company from the ground up.
• Dynamic, well-organized, and skilled at juggling multiple interdisciplinary projects.
• Excellent writing, verbal, and presentation skills in both English and German, enabling effective communication with the team, investors, customers, and other stakeholders.

Even better if you have:

• Relevant experiences in full-time, part-time or internship in highly dynamic environments, leading positions in student associations, or other (non-profit) organizations.

** Please note that this role can be structured as fully on-site or in hybrid mode, requiring a minimum of 2 days per week on-site in Cologne, Germany. **

We understand that there's more to a person than what's on their CV. If you're unsure whether you have the right profile for the role… go ahead and hit the 'Apply' button and give it a try!

What's in it for you?

Working at HyperHeat

• We’re a climate tech startup. You’ll join us in our mission to fight climate change and make a real difference!
• You’ll learn all about our company, our story, our team, and our workflow, and you will receive comprehensive practical onboarding.
• We’re a small, close-knit crew that values teamwork, open chats, and a flat structure. You’ll work closely directly with the founders.
• We’re all about growth and learning, so we keep feedback positive and helpful.
• The team is led by supportive and approachable managers who recognize and reward your work.
• You’ll be part of a team that likes to work together, help each other, share insights and achieve success.
• We value everyone’s voice, with scheduled 1:1 and team calls to keep things running smoothly.
• We speak English here, so everyone’s on the same page and can communicate smoothly.

And some benefits to keep you happy:

• Opportunity for rapid professional growth and hands-on experience in a climate startup environment.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options tailored to your lifestyle.
• 30 days of annual leave for optimal, well-charged batteries.
• Annual Christmas dinner hosted by the founders.
• Laptop and accessories provided based on your preferences.
• Regular team-building activities.
• Access to a mental health support program.

Who we are:

Hyperheat is a young Climate Tech start-up with experienced founders and the goal of developing a renewable heat solution for energy-intensive industries. Basic industrial products, such as steel, cement, chemicals, glass, and paper, form the material basis of modern societies. However, the heat demand for their production is responsible for around 20% of human CO2 emissions (or 7,5 Gt CO2 each year) due to burning fossil fuels — therefore, it is one of the last major sectors without attractive, sustainable decarbonization solutions yet.

Hyperheat's products will provide a complete temperature range of up to 2000°C, making it a replacement for almost every gas burner in the industry. Our solution will be more cost-effective than the fossil state of the art, contributing to a new basis for global prosperity. At the heart of the development is a durable and cost-effective electric heater that can provide industrial process heat 24/7 from PV and wind power when combined with thermal storage.

Hiring Process

• Screening Interview with a team member (online call).
• Job Interview with the hiring manager (online call).
• Completion of a relevant take-home task to simulate actual work.
• Homework Interview (online call).
• Skill & Team interview with the team members (on-site at our office in Cologne).
• Reference check involving two provided references.

At HyperHeat, we care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented demographics. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we’ll facilitate this wherever we can – whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. You're encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description.

Note: We currently do not offer visa sponsorships, so you already need a valid work visa for the EU to apply.