Electrical Engineer Internship Startup Jobs in California

Role Summary 

We are seeking an Electrical Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, testing, and execution of industrial electrical systems. The role covers medium-voltage and low-voltage power distribution, electrical equipment, control-system hardware, technical documentation, and interdisciplinary system interfaces. 

The successful candidate will work with internal engineering teams, equipment vendors, system integrators, and contractors throughout the engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and startup phases of projects. 

This position is well suited to an engineer with a solid electrical engineering foundation, practical problem-solving skills, and an interest in developing broader expertise across industrial power, controls, and system integration. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support the design and development of medium-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems. 

• Read, develop, and maintain electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, and related engineering documentation. 

• Develop technical specifications and datasheets for MV and LV electrical equipment. 

• Perform electrical calculations and equipment sizing. 

• Support the selection and application of transformers, switchgear, switchboards, power-distribution panels, UPS systems, power supplies, VFDs, PLC hardware, and related equipment. 

• Review equipment layouts, electrical clearances, cable routing, grounding, and interfaces between electrical, controls, mechanical, and other systems. 

• Support RFQ preparation, technical bid evaluations, and vendor-proposal reviews. 

• Review vendor drawings, datasheets, test procedures, and other technical submittals for compliance with project requirements. 

• Participate in design reviews and coordinate technical comments, document revisions, and engineering action items. 

• Support electrical protection, grounding, power-system studies, and equipment-coordination activities as required. 

• Assist with the installation, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical and control-system hardware. 

• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and startup activities. 

• Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, electronic power supplies, and other laboratory or field-test equipment. 

• Support basic industrial computer and network activities, including IP-address configuration, operating-system setup, software installation, and hardware deployment. 

• Prepare clear technical records, test reports, procedures, and engineering documentation. 

• Follow applicable engineering processes, safety requirements, codes, standards, and change-management procedures. 

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline. 

• Approximately 3-6 years of relevant electrical engineering experience in an industrial, manufacturing, energy, utility, infrastructure, or similar environment. 

• Experience developing technical specifications for medium-voltage and low-voltage electrical equipment. 

• Experience working with electrical equipment vendors, contractors, or system integrators. 

• Experience performing electrical calculations and sizing, including cables, breakers, lighting, conduits, and related electrical equipment. 

• Experience reading and developing electrical single-line and schematic diagrams. 

• Familiarity with industrial power-distribution equipment and electrical system interfaces. 

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and vendor documentation. 

• Willingness to participate in hands-on testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and field-support activities. 

Preferred Qualifications 

The following experience is beneficial but not required: 

• Basic experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software. 

• Basic experience with LTspice, MATLAB, or comparable engineering and simulation tools. 

• Exposure to Ignition Automation, PLCs, industrial automation, or SCADA systems. 

• Experience installing or deploying PLC and automation hardware. 

• Familiarity with medium- or low-voltage electrical distribution systems. 

• Previous laboratory, internship, academic-project, or hands-on technical experience. 

Personal Attributes 

• Bring curiosity, enthusiasm, and positive energy to the team. 

• Be eager to learn and comfortable asking questions. 

• Be dependable and follow through on assigned tasks. 

• Communicate openly and respectfully with colleagues. 

• Be receptive to feedback and willing to learn from experienced team members. 

• Approach problems methodically and pay attention to technical details. 

• Be adaptable when priorities, requirements, or technologies change. 

• Take ownership of their work while recognizing when to request assistance. 

• Contribute to a cooperative, practical, and easy-to-work-with team environment. 

What We Offer 

• Direct mentorship from experienced engineers. 

• Exposure to power-distribution, automation, controls, and industrial computer systems. 

• Opportunities to develop both practical, hands-on skills and system-level engineering knowledge. 
• A collaborative environment in which learning, initiative, and continuous improvement are encouraged. 
• 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!

Candidates do not need to meet every preferred qualification. We encourage applications from early-career engineers who have a strong technical foundation, a genuine interest in this field, and the motivation to learn. 

This role is on-site and necessitates being on-site at our Alameda HQ several times per week. The estimated annual salary range for this role is $125,000 to $140,000 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.