Manager, Mechanical Design Engineering

About Rondo Energy

Rondo Energy's mission is to eliminate 15% of global CO2 emissions in 15 years.

To accomplish this mission, Rondo is deploying low-cost, zero-carbon Rondo Heat Batteries to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy and to significantly decarbonize industrial processes that are commonly thought of as "difficult-to-decarbonize". Our Heat Batteries charge from intermittent renewables to provide high temperature, continuous heat for customers safely, reliably, at an unprecedented 98% efficiency - and at a cost point that is lower than any other method.

We are looking for an experienced Manager of Mechanical Engineering who will lead a team that works closely with an internal team to develop product designs that meet performance, cost, and schedule specifications and design for manufacturability. They will oversee mechanical design and analysis and participate in the design and component/system specifications of components.

Join our team and together we can reduce world CO₂ emissions by 1% in 10 years, and by 15% in 15 years!

What You Will Do (key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to):

• Own, lead and direct a set of mechanical engineering projects and people. Areas of specialization may include one or more high-temperature structure design, insulation, fluid handling, tooling development and analysis and simulations.

• Be hands-on to deliver projects as needed, including designing components and systems, supporting the build of prototypes, components and systems, or other tasks.

• Convert product requirements into technical specifications, and develop conceptual and detailed designs along with necessary risk assessments.

• Lead or perform engineering analysis, prototyping and/or testing required to achieve roust and cost-effective solutions for the technology.

• Lead and manage a variety of projects and personnel concurrently within timelines and budgets.

• Participate in recruiting and hiring engineering talent.

• Support the development of manufacturing processes and procedures

• Develop specifications, working drawings, instructions and other related documents

• Lead technical discussions and design review meetings

• Collaborate with other disciplines to develop globally optimized solutions.

• Report status and progress through written and oral means to management

What You Will Bring:

• 5+ years hands-on design engineering experience preferably from multiple industries and technologies

• 2+ years of management experience

• Excellent oral and written communications skills

• A BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related area.

• Demonstrated creativity and out-of-the-box thinking through a proven track record of innovation and/or patent portfolio

• Subject expertise in various mechanical engineering disciplines, specialized training or experience with high temperature materials is a plus

• Fluency in Solidworks.

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Experience designing, operating and/or troubleshooting systems and materials such as refractories, ceramics and insulation, operating at high temperatures, thermal cycling and/or under high thermal stresses is a plus

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Medical Benefits

• Dental & Vision Benefits

• Life Insurance and ADD

• Up to 13 paid holidays per year, in addition to a company week-long holiday in December

• Flexible time off policy

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Rondo HQ is close to Oakland airport - one block from the Bay - and has stunning Bay views!

The estimated salary range for this role is $150,000 - $200,000

Rondo Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities.

Rondo is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please let our recruiting team know.

We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Rondo does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, Rondo Energy does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.