Startup Mentor

Schaefer Engineering; Karlsruhe; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An innovative early-stage initiative seeks a volunteer start-up mentor to guide the founder through the pre-founding phase. This unique role offers the chance to shape a future-oriented engineering company focused on regenerative energy systems. You will provide strategic advice, insights into funding strategies, and support mental resilience for the founder. With a flexible commitment of just 2-4 hours per week, this role allows you to make a real impact while contributing to the energy transition and digitalization of the building sector. Join us in this exciting journey and help lay the groundwork for a sustainable, tech-driven business.

Leistungen

Flexible Commitment

Recognition on Official Materials

Potential for Co-funding or Advisory Role

Qualifikationen

• Experience in founding or advising start-ups, ideally in engineering or green tech.
• Understanding of the start-up lifecycle and project management.

Aufgaben

• Advise on business model development and strategic input.
• Support decision-making through mentoring sessions.

Kenntnisse

Entrepreneurship

Project Management

Business Development

Funding Strategies

Mentoring

Ausbildung

MBA

Bachelor's Degree

Jobbeschreibung

Volunteer Start-up Mentor

Company: schaefer.engineering (Pre-founding Phase)

Location: Hybrid in Greater Karlsruhe Area

Commitment: Flexible, approx. 2–4 hours per week

About Us

schaefer.engineering is a private, early-stage initiative focused on providing innovative electrical and IT solutions, with a strong emphasis on regenerative energy systems. As we move toward formal company formation, our goal is to build a sustainable, tech-driven business that contributes to the energy transition and digitalization of the building sector.

Role Overview

We are seeking a volunteer start-up mentor with experience in entrepreneurship, project management, and early-stage business development. You will act as a strategic sparring partner for the founder during the critical pre-founding phase—guiding decisions, providing feedback, and potentially helping lay the groundwork for future co-funding or strategic roles.

Responsibilities

1. Advise on the development of the business model and roadmap
2. Offer strategic input on the founding process, team building, and company structure
3. Share insights into funding strategies and investor readiness
4. Support decision-making through regular mentoring sessions (remote or in person)
5. Provide guidance on mental resilience and founder well-being
6. Optionally contribute to marketing and outreach strategy

Ideal Profile

1. Background in business (MBA, Bachelor's, or equivalent experience)
2. Experience in founding or advising start-ups, ideally in engineering, IT, or green tech
3. Project management skills and an understanding of the start-up lifecycle
4. Interest or expertise in mental health or founder well-being
5. Familiarity with the German or European start-up ecosystem
6. Open to a long-term role (e.g., co-funding, advisory board)
7. Willingness to create a DEI-minded (not-for-profit) company
8. Clean European criminal record

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to help shape a future-oriented engineering company
• A flexible, low-commitment volunteer role with real influence
• Recognition on official materials and public channels
• The potential for involvement as a co-funder or advisor after incorporation