We are looking for a Director of Quality to lead the development and execution of Rondo’s Quality Management System (QMS). This leader will design, implement, and scale quality processes across the company to ensure that our operations meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance. The Director of Quality will play both a strategic and hands-on role: setting vision, building cross-functional alignment, and rolling up their sleeves to implement systems that scale with the company.  What You Will Do (key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to):<ul><li>Strategic Leadership: Define a vision for what great quality systems should look like at Rondo; develop a quality strategy that effectively balances long-term system development with short-term execution</li><li>Build &amp; Lead the QMS: Design and implement Rondo’s Quality Management System, leading both big picture system design and in-the-weeds process implementation.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, engineering, supply chain, and project delivery teams to embed quality practices throughout Rondo’s operations</li><li>Culture: Build a culture of quality across the organization through effective communication, training, and enforcement of QMS procedures.  </li><li>Continuous Improvement: Lead efforts to identify, prioritize, and implement improvements in product quality, process efficiency, and system robustness.</li><li>Customer &amp; Regulatory Interface: Serve as the point of contact for external audits, customer quality requirements, and compliance with applicable regulations/standards. </li></ul> What You Will Bring:<ul><li>10+ years of experience in quality management in hardware, energy systems, or industrial equipment environments.</li><li>Strong knowledge of QMS frameworks (ISO 9001 or equivalent) and quality tools (FMEA, root cause analysis, etc.).</li><li>Proven ability to build and scale quality systems in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.</li><li>Experience working across product and project lifecycles: design, manufacturing, installation, and field operations.</li><li>Exceptional communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills; able to influence at all levels of the organization.</li><li>Demonstrated success in project management and driving cross-functional initiatives.</li><li>Strategic thinker with the flexibility, pragmatism, and bias for action required in a startup environment.   </li></ul>Bonus Points<ul><li>Experience building quality systems in a startup environment </li><li>Experience navigating international regulatory and certification requirements.</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Comprehensive Medical Benefits</li><li>Dental &amp; Vision Benefits</li><li>Life Insurance and ADD</li><li>Up to 13 paid holidays per year, in addition to a company week-long holiday in December</li><li>Flexible time off policy</li><li>Catered lunches on-site</li><li>401(k) plan with company match</li><li>Rondo HQ is close to Oakland airport - one block from the Bay - and has stunning Bay views!</li></ul>This role is hybrid and necessitates being on-site at our Alameda HQ 2-3 times per week. The estimated annual salary range for this role is $200,000 to $230,000 and it would be eligible for Rondo's excellent benefits listed above plus additional compensation in the form of equity. Please note that some pay bands may have wide ranges of compensation to accommodate candidates' diverse sets of skill levels and experience. About The Company:We are transforming industrial decarbonization with our innovative Rondo Heat Battery technology. 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.  Our technology is designed to replace fossil-fired boilers. By enabling industries to adopt renewable energy without costly factory changes, we are accelerating the transition to a sustainable future. With over $160 million in funding and partnerships across critical industrial sectors, Rondo is scaling rapidly to meet global demand. 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.

Rondo Energy's mission is to eliminate 15% of global CO2 emissions in 15 years.&nbsp;
To accomplish this mission, Rondo is deploying low-cost, zero-carbon Rondo Heat Batteries&nbsp;to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy and to significantly decarbonize industrial processes that are commonly thought of as "difficult-to-decarbonize". The Heat Batteries are&nbsp;charged from intermittent renewables to&nbsp;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.

Director of Quality

We are looking for a Director of Quality to lead the development and execution of Rondo’s Quality Management System (QMS). This leader will design, implement, and scale quality processes across the company to ensure that our operations meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.&nbsp;The Director of Quality will play both a strategic and hands-on role: setting vision, building cross-functional alignment, and rolling up their sleeves to implement systems that scale with the company.&nbsp;&nbsp;What You Will Do (key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to):<ul><li>Strategic Leadership: Define a vision for what great quality systems should look like at Rondo; develop a quality strategy that effectively balances long-term system development with short-term execution</li><li>Build &amp; Lead the QMS: Design and implement Rondo’s Quality Management System, leading both big picture system design and in-the-weeds process implementation.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, engineering, supply chain, and project delivery teams to embed quality practices throughout Rondo’s operations</li><li>Culture: Build a culture of quality across the organization through effective communication, training, and enforcement of QMS procedures. &nbsp;</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Lead efforts to identify, prioritize, and implement improvements in product quality, process efficiency, and system robustness.</li><li>Customer &amp; Regulatory Interface: Serve as the point of contact for external audits, customer quality requirements, and compliance with applicable regulations/standards.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;What You Will Bring:<ul><li>10+ years of experience in quality management in hardware, energy systems, or industrial equipment environments.</li><li>Strong knowledge of QMS frameworks (ISO 9001 or equivalent) and quality tools (FMEA, root cause analysis, etc.).</li><li>Proven ability to build and scale quality systems in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.</li><li>Experience working across product and project lifecycles: design, manufacturing, installation, and field operations.</li><li>Exceptional communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills; able to influence at all levels of the organization.</li><li>Demonstrated success in project management and driving cross-functional initiatives.</li><li>Strategic thinker with the flexibility, pragmatism, and bias for action required in a startup environment.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Bonus Points<ul><li>Experience building&nbsp;quality systems in a startup environment&nbsp;</li><li>Experience navigating international regulatory and certification requirements.</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Comprehensive Medical Benefits</li><li>Dental &amp; Vision Benefits</li><li>Life Insurance and ADD</li><li>Up to 13 paid holidays per year, in addition to a company week-long holiday in December</li><li>Flexible time off policy</li><li>Catered lunches on-site</li><li>401(k) plan with company match</li><li>Rondo HQ is close to Oakland airport - one block from the Bay - and has stunning Bay views!</li></ul>This role is hybrid and&nbsp;necessitates being on-site at our Alameda HQ 2-3 times per week. The estimated annual salary range for this role is $200,000 to $230,000 and it would be eligible for Rondo's excellent benefits listed above plus additional compensation in the form of equity. Please note that some pay bands may have wide ranges of compensation to accommodate candidates' diverse sets of skill levels and experience.&nbsp;About The Company:We are transforming industrial decarbonization with our innovative Rondo Heat Battery technology. 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;Our technology is designed to replace fossil-fired boilers. By enabling industries to adopt renewable energy without costly factory changes, we are accelerating the transition to a sustainable future. With over $160 million in funding and partnerships across critical industrial sectors, Rondo is scaling rapidly to meet global demand.&nbsp;Rondo Energy&nbsp;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:&nbsp;Rondo does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, Rondo Energy does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted&nbsp;by any agency other than its approved partners.

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