Techno-Economic Analyst

Position Summary

The Techno-Economic Analyst plays a critical role in evaluating the commercial viability of emerging technologies across multiple industries. This position bridges technical innovation and market opportunity by conducting rigorous Techno-Economic assessments (TEA), developing business models, and validating market assumptions. Operating within deep-tech and R&D-intensive environments, the Techno-Economic Analyst works closely with researchers, commercialization leads, and industrial partners to translate scientific innovation into scalable, investable, and market-aligned opportunities.

Major Responsibilities

• Design and execute comprehensive Techno-Economic Assessments (TEA) for early-stage and emerging technologies.
• Conduct Business Model Canvas analysis for emerging technologies to define value propositions, customer segments, revenue streams, cost structures, and key partnerships.
• Develop and implement:
• Bottom-up cost modeling
• Supply chain analysis
• Sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Evaluate scale-up pathways, identifying technical, operational, and financial requirements for commercialization.
• Develop commercially viable business models aligned with market and industry needs.
• Perform preliminary market research, including market sizing, competitor landscape analysis, and customer segmentation.
• Identify and source external subject-matter experts to validate assumptions, cost models, and market findings.
• Plan and execute market validation tests with industrial partners to verify business case assumptions and technology-market fit.
• Collaborate closely with research teams to translate technical developments into economically viable solutions.
• Prepare reports, financial models, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Personal Requirements

Competencies

• Strong analytical and quantitative modeling skills
• Commercial acumen and strategic thinking
• Ability to translate technical concepts into economic insights
• Financial modeling and cost analysis expertise
• Market research and competitive intelligence capability
• Scenario planning and risk assessment
• Stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under uncertainty and ambiguity
• Cross-functional collaboration skills
• Structured problem-solving approach

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in engineering, Economics, Finance, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
• Additional certification or training in financial modeling, Techno-Economic analysis, or business strategy is an advantage.

Experience

• 6+ years of experience in Techno-Economic modelling, financial analysis, strategy consulting, venture analysis, or innovation commercialization.
• Demonstrated experience building financial models from first principles.
• Experience supporting commercialization, venture creation, licensing, or deep-tech innovation.
• Exposure to R&D-intensive or emerging technology environments.
• Experience engaging with industrial partners, investors, or external experts is highly desirable.
• Exposure to sectors such as energy, sustainability, biotechnology, advanced materials, AI, or climate technologies is advantageous.