Mechanical Design Engineering Manager

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Design Engineering Manager to lead the design and engineering efforts that will enable the large-scale deployment of Rondo Heat Batteries worldwide. 

In this role, you will oversee complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects, guiding a talented team of engineers and architects across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, process, and supply chain disciplines. You will play a pivotal role in aligning design strategies with RHB product requirements, ensuring seamless integration between engineering, procurement, and construction. 

Your leadership will directly shape the systems that replace fossil-fired boilers and accelerate industrial decarbonization at a global scale. 

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

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

• Collaborate closely across engineering, procurement and delivery departments to align design concepts with project specifications, cost constraints, and client requirements
• Lead a multidisciplinary design team comprised of architects, engineers, and drafters, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment  
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise to achieve project objectives  
• Maintain high standards of design quality, reviewing and approving design concepts, drawings, and specifications 
• Oversee the design phase of projects, ensuring designs are compliant with industry standards, regulations, and client expectations
• Develop and refine design requirements that align with product team needs, enabling scalable deployment of RHBs
• Jump in as needed to solve complex technical challenges
• Integrate innovative technologies and sustainable practices into the design process to enhance project efficiency and performance  
• Allocate design resources effectively, balancing workload distribution and optimizing resource utilization  
• Highlight gaps and constraints across various stages of projects  
• Identify opportunities for skill development and training to enhance the capabilities of the design team
• Identify and mitigate design-related risks, anticipating potential challenges and providing proactive solutions to ensure project success and client satisfaction  
• Coordinate key project schedule requirements with Procurement and Construction partners for the overall success of the project  

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred), Civil, or Chemical Engineering — or equivalent work experience
• 10 years of progressive experience in multi-disciplinary design management   
• Strong understanding of engineering disciplines, construction methodologies, and project management practices  
• Proficiency in relevant design software and tools (SolidWorks; AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks would be a plus)  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams  
• Proven track record of managing complex design / engineering projects from conception to completion    

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
• 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 4-5 days per week. The estimated annual salary range for this role is $180,000 to $210,000 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.