Application Engineer

Rondo Energy; Australia; Remote; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative energy technology company is seeking a passionate Application Engineer to contribute to the sustainable energy transition. The role requires a strong engineering background, a minimum of 5 years of experience, and the ability to lead technical discussions with customers. The successful candidate will develop tailored solutions, conduct feasibility studies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This remote position is based in Australia with occasional travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related role.
• Proficiency in coding.
• Ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical discussions with customers.
• Conduct site evaluations and feasibility studies.
• Develop customized solutions for clients.
• Collaborate with teams for in-depth product analyses.
• Provide technical support during customer meetings.

Skills

Technical discussion leadership

Site evaluations

Techno-economic analysis

Client relationship building

Communication skills

Innovative thinking

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

Visual Basic

Job description

Overview

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 looking for a customer-centric Application Engineer to join our team and help us repower industrial heat at scale. In this role, you will work closely with the Rondo Mechanical Engineering team, external partners, and prospective customers to define complete system solutions which deliver zero carbon, reliable heat for customer projects. You will conduct thermo-economic analyses to identify configurations which maximize the value created by Rondo’s technology and develop the technical information critical to developing a robust pipeline of project opportunities.

Together we can reduce world CO₂ emissions by 1% in 10 years, and by 15% in 15 years!

What You Will Do

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

• Lead and own technical discussions with customers and external partners to identify opportunities and define project requirements, driving project success.
• Conduct comprehensive site evaluations, process integrations, techno-economic simulations, and feasibility studies to determine project viability and maximize customer value generation.
• Develop creative solutions and strategies to generate customer value through customized system configurations, tailored to the unique needs of each client.
• Collaborate closely with the Product, Engineering and Energy Markets teams to perform in-depth product analyses, market studies and technical evaluations ensuring that Rondo’s solutions are competitive and meet market demands.
• Provide technical expertise and support during customer presentations and meetings, effectively communicating the benefits and value proposition of our solutions.
• Stay informed on industry trends, technological innovations, and regulatory changes to keep Rondo’s offerings competitive and aligned with market needs.

What You Will Bring

• A passion for contributing to sustainable energy transition
• An education base in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering work experience
• +5 yrs work experience in a related role
• Basic proficiency in coding (Python, Visual Basic)
• 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 within Europe for customer or investor meetings

Bonus Points

• Expertise developing and deploying energy system dispatch and analysis tools in Python
• Experience in an Applications Engineering role
• Experience with industrial processes which use heat
• Knowledge of energy market economic principles
• Prior background working in an EPC or an engineering firm/industry

This role will be entirely remote but must be based in Australia. The role will require regular travel to customer sites, domestic and global. The estimated current travel time is 10-20% but may grow as the business continues to evolve.

Equal Opportunity

Rondo Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across races, colors, ethnicities, national origins, religions, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, veteran statuses, marital statuses, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories.