Project Engineer

Rondo Energy is decarbonizing industrial heat.

Rondo deploys 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.

As a Project Engineer on Rondo's Delivery Team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless coordination, communication, and execution of Rondo's large-scale thermal energy storage projects. You will work closely with Rondo Project Managers, with a focus on technology development, operations, supply chain and deployment of the product. This role is crucial for stitching together the deliverables, capacities, timelines, dependencies, risks, mitigation strategies, and stakeholders of the technology development and operations teams. You will be a linchpin in deploying Rondo's technology - and in accelerating industrial decarbonization.

What You Will Do

• Technical Project Management: Coordinate with Rondo commercial and engineering teams to implement and manage early stage engineering studies, including resource allocation, schedule development, site visits, client collaboration, technical deliverable development and cost estimating.
• Technical Execution Oversight: Plan, coordinate, and oversee all phases of a project's technical execution, ensuring the resulting design aligns with specifications and meets quality standards for each deployment of the product.
• Engineering Deliverables: Generate preliminary mechanical or process engineering deliverables to assist with early-stage process design, mechanical equipment sizing, creation of data sheets and specifications for communication with clients and vendors and support technical bid evaluations and contracting.
• Quality Assurance: Review project and mechanical/process deliverables created by Rondo or third parties to ensure project specifications and client needs are addressed, while screening for technical accuracy.
• Communication: Collaborate closely with Rondo Project Managers, other Project Engineers, Engineers, clients and customers, vendors and other equipment suppliers, regulatory bodies, and third-party contractors (EPC and other contractors, OEs, IEs, etc.). Communicate clearly and concisely with the ability to distill complex technical subjects into plain language.
• Reporting: Track and report progress on technical and commercial project deliverables to key Rondo stakeholders, clients, or external parties.
• Compliance: Identify applicable project permits, research submission requirements, and coordinate the development of associated technical deliverables on a timeline that supports project implementation.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, or industrial / systems engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in engineering or project engineering
• Extensive knowledge and experience in project development and delivery of large-scale capital energy/power/infrastructure projects.
• Technical skills to perform engineering & design of supporting infrastructure typical in large-scale industrial projects with little oversight.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with engineering & design software such as CAD, MS Project.

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

The annual salary range for this role within the Kansas City area is $125,000 to $165,000. This role is a remote position with the preferred home location near Kansas City or the surrounding metropolitan area. The role is 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.