Engineering Technician

About Rondo

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.

We are looking for an Engineering Technician to support experimental research, development, and prototyping of the core components used in the Rondo Heat Battery. This role would work closely with the core Mechanical Engineering team, Materials & Testing team, and Engineering Technicians. Play a critical part in developing and scaling RHBs! This is an on-site role located in Alameda.  

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

• Build prototypes of engineering concepts using heavy equipment such as gantry cranes, hydraulic mixers, masonry saws...etc.
• Conduct teardowns and inspections of prototype builds and accelerated test articles
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe facility, including warehouse, lab, and prototyping spaces
• Fabricate test setups such as 80/20 frames, 3D printed fixtures, and molds
• Prepare test articles and material samples, such as bricks, heaters, insulation panels for engineering test and validation
• Conduct mechanical and thermal tests on materials and prototypes following established protocols and procedures
• Troubleshoot warehouse machinery and tooling issues and coordinate repairs or calibrations as needed
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as high temperature furnaces, optical and electron microscopes, mechanical testers, and other characterization tools  
• Accurately record, organize, and distribute high quality data for technical reports and summaries 

What You Will Bring: 

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, or related technical field or equivalent industry experience 
• Hands-on laboratory, prototyping, or pilot-scale experience  
• 2+ years of machine shop experience or milling/lathe experience
• Strong mechanical skills and desire to work with your hands
• Excellent attention to detail and data recording practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working safely with common machine shop tools, power tools and heavy equipment
• The ability to lift to 50 lbs
• Welding experience 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
• Catered lunches on-site
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Rondo HQ is close to Oakland airport - one block from the Bay - and has stunning Bay views!

This role is on-site and necessitates being on-site at our Alameda HQ 5 days per week. The estimated hourly range for this role is $35.00 to $42.00 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. 

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.