Full-Time

Director – Global Operations Engineering

Posted on 7/29/2024

Samsara

Samsara

1,001-5,000 employees

IoT platform for fleet and operations management

Automotive & Transportation
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$139.2k - $248.5kAnnually

+ Bonus + Variable Pay + Restricted Stock Unit Awards (RSUs)

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering fields; a Master’s degree is highly preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with expertise in high-volume production in a contract manufacturing setting, including 4+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience working with joint design and contract manufacturers to develop and qualify production lines.
Responsibilities
  • Develop Vision and Strategy: Build the global operations engineering organization by setting a clear vision and operational execution plan, aligning with Samsara’s commitment to long-term building.
  • New Product Development: Enhance capabilities to develop and launch new products while maintaining high manufacturing quality standards.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with engineering and supply chain management teams to identify manufacturing requirements, qualify production lines, and deploy solutions.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with broader operations teams to identify problems, conduct Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) processes, and resolve line issues.
  • Technology Implementation: Deploy analytical and efficiency tools such as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to monitor factory quality and enable continuous improvements.
  • People Strategy Execution: Drive a talent strategy through hiring external candidates and developing internal talent, ensuring team members receive development opportunities and coaching to realize their full potential.
  • Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.
  • Hire, develop and lead an inclusive, engaged, and high performing team.

Samsara provides an integrated platform that enhances safety, efficiency, and sustainability for businesses through Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Their offerings include AI-powered video security, vehicle telematics, and various digital tools that help clients monitor and manage their operations in real-time. The platform is subscription-based, allowing clients to access tools that reduce fuel costs, improve route efficiency, and maintain vehicles effectively. Samsara differentiates itself by serving a broad market, including logistics, transportation, construction, and public services, and by offering an API for custom integrations. The company's goal is to support businesses in their operational management while promoting sustainability, as seen in their partnership with EVgo to facilitate the transition to electric vehicles.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$904.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AI-driven predictive maintenance reduces downtime and maintenance costs.
  • Samsara's partnership with EVgo supports the transition to electric vehicles.
  • The demand for integrated IoT platforms is rising, benefiting Samsara's offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Plato Systems in the manufacturing sector.
  • New regulatory challenges from tracking small, high-value assets.
  • Strategic shifts by new CMO Meagen Eisenberg may disrupt customer relationships.

What makes Samsara unique

  • Samsara's Connected Operations Cloud leverages IoT data for actionable insights.
  • The company offers AI-powered video security and vehicle telematics solutions.
  • Samsara's platform supports diverse industries, enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

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Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families with premiums 100% covered

Mental health and wellness support

Family planning resources and parental leave policy

Quarterly reimbursement account you can use for wellness, family care, professional or personal development expenses

Flexible PTO and family leave

401k with up to 4% matching

Bi-annual company events

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