Senior Manager, Venture & Startup Ecosystem Development at The Engine

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Venture Capital, Startups, Nonprofit, Climate Tech, Health Tech, Advanced SystemsIndustries

Requirements

Highly motivated and networked individual
Proven connector who thrives on making strategic introductions that drive real business outcomes
Experience suitable for a high-visibility, mid-level role

Responsibilities

Identify and engage high-potential startups and research teams emerging within NSF Engines
Design the engagement plan (targets, approach/methodology, processes, metrics) to add capacity to the regions
Leveraging The Engine’s National Investor Network, facilitate highly relevant curated introductions between founders and investors
Support investor readiness through feedback on fundraising materials and pitch strategies
In collaboration with The Engine’s Director of Partnerships, actively cultivate and manage relationships with a curated network of Seed to Series B investors (Angels, institutional VCs, corporate venture, and accelerators/incubators) with a clear mandate for tough tech
Connect NSF Engines’ own Investor Networks to The Engine’s to create a powerful network of networks
Manage the Translation Portfolio: Oversee all initiatives within this pillar, including co-leading the R&D/Translation Builder Group and dedicated small-group problem-solving sessions
Leveraging The Engine’s existing investor-focused programming, develop a complementary engagement plan with NSF Engines (e.g. one-to-many topical webinars, roundtables, office hours)
Lead strategic partnerships in the translation field and serve as the primary TBP contact for key partners (e.g. Activate, Noble Reach, Investors)
Be a key resource

Skills

ecosystem development

venture capital

startup ecosystem

network building

program management

stakeholder engagement

Tough Tech

regional innovation

commercialization

peer learning facilitation

The Engine

Venture capital for Tough Tech startups

About The Engine

Engine.xyz focuses on helping Tough Tech companies, which are those developing breakthrough technologies that can significantly impact the world. The company provides essential support to founders of these innovative startups by offering long-term capital, expertise, networking opportunities, and access to specialized labs and equipment. Engine.xyz operates in the venture capital sector, specifically targeting areas that are often underfunded, such as advanced materials, energy, robotics, and biotechnology. Unlike many other venture capital firms, Engine.xyz not only invests in early-stage companies but also actively supports their growth, aiming to generate returns through equity stakes and successful exits. The primary goal of Engine.xyz is to bridge the gap between discovery and commercialization, ensuring that promising technologies can reach the market and make a difference.

Cambridge, MassachusettsHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$3,849.5MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Venture Capital, Energy, BiotechnologyIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

A mission-driven work environment and team, and the opportunity to work with world-class Tough Tech founders

Competitive compensation based on experience

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k matching

Risks

Competition from accelerators like SOSV's Hax may dilute The Engine's market share.

Partnership with Waymaker Group may strain resources due to high expectations.

Collaboration with Activate could lead to potential conflicts in program goals.

Differentiation

The Engine prioritizes breakthrough ideas over early profit, fostering innovation.

MIT's backing provides The Engine with credibility and extensive resources.

The Engine offers 'patient capital,' allowing startups to focus on long-term goals.

Upsides

Collaboration with Activate enhances the pipeline of well-prepared entrepreneurs.

$8M investment in Droplet Biosciences shows commitment to innovative cancer diagnostics.

NSF's $9.5M funding boosts The Engine's capacity to support innovation ecosystems.

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