Business Development Lead

Activate; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401K

Health insurance

Unlimited vacation

Job summary

Solidec in Houston, TX is hiring a Business Development Lead to manage and grow corporate partnerships. You will work with the executive team to execute the business strategy and drive partnership opportunities from pilots to full deployments.

You will identify early customers, craft compelling decks and models, attend industry events, and help position Solidec as a leading on-site chemical manufacturing innovator with an equity-backed growth path.

Qualifications

• MBA or 3+ years of startup experience.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong decision‑making.
• Fast learner and proactive performer.
• Innovator with creative ideas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify early-stage customers aligned with Solidec’s value proposition.
• Secure strategic partnerships and customer commitments that accelerate product validation and market traction.
• Collaborate with leadership to move from pilot to commercial deployments.
• Coordinate and prepare external-facing materials such as pitch decks, financial models, market/competitive intelligence, and whitepapers.
• Represent Solidec at events to build visibility, secure partnerships, and position the company as an emerging leader in the chemical industry

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Decision‑making

Fast learner

Proactive

Innovator

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Education

MBA

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Lead

Location: Houston, TX (In-Person)

Position Type: Full Time

About Solidec

Solidec is chemical manufacturing, simplified. Using air, water, and electricity our autonomous generators produce the world’s most essential chemicals, on site and on demand.

Our mission is to pioneer on-site chemical manufacturing technologies and processes that are economically and environmentally sustainable. Our flagship hydrogen peroxide generators provide significant cost control while reducing the carbon footprint of critical industries, from water and wastewater treatment, to semiconductor manufacturing, food and beverage, and mining.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Business Development Lead to join our team. As a Business Development Lead, you will be responsible for managing and growing Solidec’s corporate partnerships. You will work closely with our executive team to execute our business strategy.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify and qualify early-stage customers aligned with Solidec’s value proposition
• Secure strategic partnerships and customer commitments that accelerate product validation and market traction
• Work closely with leadership to execute the path from pilot to commercial deployments
• Coordinate and prepare external-facing materials such as pitch decks, financial models, market/competitive intelligence, and whitepapers
• Represent Solidec at events to build visibility, secure partnerships, and position the company as an emerging leader in the chemical industry

What We’re Looking For

• MBA OR 3+ years of experience, preferably with a startup
• Entrepreneurial mindset with excellent decision‑making skills
• Must be a fast learner and proactive performer
• Must be an innovator with creative ideas
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)

Characteristics We’re Looking For

• Individuals with enthusiasm and conviction for creating global impact
• Innovators to develop transformative solutions
• Collaborators who excel in working with others
• Problem‑solvers with a can‑do mindset
• People with authentic character who value others

Why Solidec?

• People: We care for people, not just our product.
• Innovation and Impact: Join our team to deliver new technologies to market that will have long‑standing effects on our climate.
• Learning: We are a small team, so every day brings a new challenge that we get to solve together.
• Growth Opportunities: We are growing quickly, and so will you. We will reward you for it.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity package
• 401K
• Medical/dental/vision
• Unlimited vacation policy