Rondo Energy · 21 hours ago
Power Generation Innovation Engineer
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expRondo Energy is a leader in thermal energy storage, deploying innovative Heat Batteries to transform industrial energy. The Senior Innovation Engineer will focus on integrating these technologies into thermal power generation systems, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Develop and evaluate technical concepts and proposals for Heat Battery integrated thermal power cycles, including simple-cycle, combined-cycle, cogeneration, and fuel conversion involving the Rondo Heat Battery
Lead technical engagements with power producers, OEMs, and technology partners, identify opportunities, define interface requirements, and form the basis for commercialization pathways
Build and manage relationships with major OEMs (turbomachinery, boilers, generators, thermal systems) to align integration strategies, validate performance, and co-develop productized solutions
Conduct techno-economic studies, dispatch simulations, and feasibility analyses to determine system value, operational strategies, and site-specific performance
Design and support pilot programs and early commercial deployments, helping test system value, validate technical assumptions, and systematize learnings for broader market rollout
Translate customer and partner insights into standardized solution packages, tools, and repeatable deployment processes for the commercial team
Work closely with Product, Engineering, and Energy Markets teams to ensure Rondo's solutions remain technically robust, economically compelling, and aligned with evolving market needs
Provide technical expertise during customer meetings, presentations, and industry events to clearly articulate the value proposition of Rondo's solutions
Stay current on power generation trends, grid services markets, relevant regulations, and emerging technologies to inform product and go-to-market strategies
Qualification
Required
A passion for accelerating the sustainable energy transition
A background in power generation, thermal systems, grid-connected storage, or related power engineering disciplines
Experience with new data center power infrastructure
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Energy Engineering (or equivalent work experience)
+5 yrs work experience in a related role
Proficiency in coding (Python, Visual Basic) and thermal power assessment (Ebsilon etc.)
Ability to operate autonomously and self-direct toward the highest priority
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Innovative and results-oriented thinking
Outstanding presentation and oratory skills
Ability to connect and build trust with a wide variety of customers or potential customers
The ability to travel occasionally as needed for customer or investor meetings
Preferred
Experience in utility or IPP fleet optimization, plant design in a power EPC, or working directly with power generation OEMs
Experience with design and integration of turbomachinery, large boilers and HRSGs, or thermal energy systems
Experience with design and optimization of combustion turbines
Background with grid-services markets, energy economics, or hybrid plant optimization
Experience leading concept development or commercialization programs for emerging power technologies
Prior experience in an EPC, utility, IPP, or engineering consultancy
Benefits
Equity in an early-stage, rapidly scaling global company
Rondo's excellent benefits
Company
Rondo Energy
Rondo Heat Battery powers industrial processes with renewable electricity, cutting energy costs and eliminating emissions.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$162.1MKey Investors
Breakthrough Energy VenturesEuropean Investment BankH&M Group Ventures
2024-06-26Grant
2024-06-26Debt Financing· $80.1M
2024-06-19Series Unknown
Leadership Team
John O'Donnell
CEO
Pete Von Behrens
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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2025-11-19
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