Commercialization Expert (Cleantech)

TL;DR

Commercialization Expert (Cleantech): Evaluating emerging industrial and clean-tech innovations to determine viability, scalability, and market readiness for utility programs with an accent on techno-economic assessment and commercialization pathways. Focus on bridging the gap between startup technology claims and real-world industrial deployment through strategic business cases and ecosystem engagement.

Location: Must be based in the US

Salary: $120,000 – $140,000

Company

hirify.global is a sustainability consulting firm providing clean energy solutions to public and private sector clients, including the Energetics division focused on novel energy technologies.

What you will do

• Evaluate emerging industrial and clean-tech solutions for technical readiness, scalability, and deployment potential.
• Conduct macro-level techno-economic and commercialization assessments to validate vendor claims.
• Assess startup maturity, including manufacturing scale-up potential and market positioning.
• Build business cases and executive-ready presentations to support utility investment decisions.
• Engage with accelerators, national laboratories, and venture-backed startups to source new technologies.
• Provide strategic guidance to internal modeling teams and utility clients on technology viability.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated experience in commercialization analysis and technology evaluation.
• Strong understanding of business models, value chains, and startup funding mechanisms.
• Experience performing macro-feasibility assessments combining technical and financial data.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% for conferences, client sites, and demonstrations.
• Strong executive communication and presentation skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with health care concierge service.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick, personal, and parental leave.
• Paid volunteer time to support local communities.
• Access to on-demand career training and development courses.
• Employee recognition and assistance programs.