Senior Product Design Engineer - Samsara : Job Details

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.Working at Samsara means you'll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that's shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you'll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.About the role:We're looking for a Hardware Product Design Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the industrial design, architecture, and engineering of one or more Samsara products from initial concept through to mass production. You will motivate your product design process using both data-driven insights gleaned from our telemetry data cloud and a deep hands-on understanding of our customers earned by crawling around their sites and equipment alongside them.In bringing products to market, you will work collaboratively with Product Management, EE, FW, EPM, and Hardware leadership to make tradeoffs and decisions that balance functionality, cost, installation, usability, and aesthetics. Samsara's Hardware Product Design teams collaborate closely with Samsara's Operations and Supply Chain teams, outside laboratories, JDM design resources, and a growing supply base worldwide. Together, you will bring exceptional products to market on time and within budget, and ensure that Samsara leads the industry in our product design.This role is open to candidates residing in the US. This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days per week in our San Francisco office and 2 days working remotely.You should apply if:You want to impact the industries that run our world:Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.You are the architect of your own career:If you put in the work, this role won't be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, and countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper-growth environment.You're energized by our opportunity:The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.You want to be with the best:At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best.In this role, you will:Design, build, and ship impactful products that address customer needs and expand the scope and capability of the Samsara PlatformEvaluate system feature tradeoffs and define product specifications in concert with product management and cross-functional engineering teamsDrive the development process through all phases including engineering feasibility, proof of concept prototyping, detailed design, validation, mass production, and go-to-marketValidate products against both internal and external metrics through engineering evaluation, rigorous product quality testing, customer field testing, and return analysisOwn the full customer hardware experience including the industrial design, packaging, and installation of our productsLeverage our JDM manufacturing partners to achieve performance, cost, and schedule goalsResearch and stay abreast of the latest industry trends in core technologies, manufacturing capabilities, vendor offerings, and market needs to drive product innovationChampion, 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 officesMinimum requirements for the role:5+ years of experience shipping hardware programs at scale in partnership with partners overseasProven record navigating tradeoffs between design, manufacturability, schedule, and cost in a cross-functional environmentExperience developing and launching electromechanical components or products in mass productionDemonstrated experience designing for automotive, outdoor, industrial, or consumer productsProficiency in plastic/metal part design, CAD modeling, and drafting, preferably using NXBS degree in mechanical engineering or related fieldAbility to travel up to 10% (domestic and international) when necessaryHybrid (Tuesday-Thursday) presence onsite in our San Francisco HeadquartersAn ideal candidate also has:8+ years of experience shipping high-volume hardware programs at scaleMS degree in mechanical engineering or related fieldExperience shipping products with JDM partner teams in a leveraged development modelExperience with ruggedized product design, including IP sealing, vibration, and harsh environmentsExperience integrating camera and antenna technologies in smart products, vehicles, or equipment applicationsSignificant hands-on experience working with customer feedback to make better product decisions#LI-HybridSamsara's Compensation Philosophy:Samsara's compensation program is designed to deliver Total Direct Compensation (based on role, level, and geography) that is at or above market. We do this through our base salary + bonus/variable + restricted stock unit awards (RSUs) for eligible roles. For eligible roles, a new hire RSU award may be awarded at the time of hire, and additional RSU refresh grants may be awarded annually.We pay for performance, and top performers in eligible roles may receive above-market equity refresh awards which allow employees to achieve higher market.The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.$116,025 — $195,000 USDAt Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.Full time employees receive a competitive total compensation package along with employee-led remote and flexible working, health benefits, Samsara for Good charity fund, and much, much more. Take a look at our Benefits site to learn more.AccommodationsSamsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email [email protected] orclick hereif you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.Flexible WorkingAt Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual's ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.Samsara is aware of scams involving fake job interviews and offers. Please know we do not charge fees to applicants at any stage of the hiring process. Official communication about your application will only come from emails ending in ‘@samsara.com' or ‘@us-greenhouse-mail.io'. For more information regarding fraudulent employment offers, please visit our blog post here .About the companySamsara's portfolio of complete IoT solutions combine hardware and software to bring real-time visibility, analytics, and AI to operations across diverse sizes and industries: from transportation and logistics to field services, food production, energy...NoticeTalentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. 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