About Rondo Energy 

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 (key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to): 

• 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 

• Competitive salary and equity participation 
• Private healthcare 
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity to help build and scale Rondo’s Australian presence from an early stage 

Ideally this role will be performed in the greater Melbourne area with occasional travel to Rondo HQ in California and project sites; however strong candidates from other areas of Australia will be considered. Australian work authorization is required as support with visas or work permits is not available. 

Please apply in English, as it is an important skill for this role. 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. 

Reporting to the Head of Operations - APAC, the Vetting Officer is responsible for providing a full range of support to the vetting team and for dealing with routine enquiries from RightShip customers, including ship managers and charterers. 

 Major Responsibilities  

 VETTING SUPPORT 

• Review and categorise Port State Control (PSC), Incident and Terminal. 
• Feedback Report data, including the quality of root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action plans submitted, and if required engage with ship managers on the requirements for satisfactory close-out. 
• Maintain the vetting database by receiving and inputting data into the Platform in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Act as the first point of contact for the Vetting team including daily monitoring and responding to e-mails and phone calls and escalate critical issues as appropriate. 
• Manage routine vetting enquiries from external parties. 
• Ensure a high level of accuracy and data validation in respect of records maintained and tasks undertaken within the Platform. 
• Prioritise own workload, ensuring deadlines are achieved and a high quality of service to customers is maintained. 
• Provide support to respond to queries about RightShip activities (i.e. vetting, inspections, Safety Score rating, GHG rating, etc). 
• Ensure that all correspondence with external parties and provided documentation is properly maintained and archived as per company procedures. 

Qualifications, Skills & Experience  

• Mandatory - Master or Chief Engineer certificate of competency and have sailed on international trading vessels in a senior capacity for a minimum of 5 years. 
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong background in safety – tanker background preferable. 
• Incident investigation / Root Cause Analysis training highly desirable. 
• Experience in the role of Safety Officer desirable. 
• Practical knowledge of ship construction, ship structures, ship machinery, ship repairing, ship operations, chartering and safety management systems. 
• A good understanding of ship surveys and certification including Class, PSC/USCG, Flag State Surveys. 
• A good understanding of international legislation relevant to shipping (relevant IMO and ILO regulations), ISM Code and STCW. 
• A thorough understanding of vessel operations including current industry standards and recommended best practices (such as put out by OCIMF, ICS) for dry bulk, oil, chemical and gas vessels. 
• Excellent computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.