Executive Director - Engineering & Capital Delivery

“Be the catalyst that turns breakthrough science into global commercial reality.” 

Samsara Eco exists for one reason: to repair our planet through infinite plastic recycling. 

We are now entering the most defining phase of our journey — transitioning from breakthrough technology to global commercial deployment. This next chapter requires disciplined capital allocation, integrated operating design, and leadership that can translate technical innovation into enterprise-scale execution. 

This role sits at the center of that transition. 

WHO WE ARE... 

Samsara Eco is a climate technology innovator creating a truly circular solution for plastics and textiles. We are unlocking the ability to recycle materials infinitely — enabling brands to decouple growth from fossil fuel dependency. 

Having successfully proven our science and piloting capability, we are now deploying our First Commercial Facility and building the blueprint for global replication. 

This is not just an engineering challenge. 

It is an enterprise scaling challenge. 

ROLE PURPOSE...
The Executive Director – Engineering & Capital Delivery is accountable for shaping and governing Samsara Eco’s enterprise capital deployment as we move from technology development into global commercial scale. 

This role establishes and leads the Owner’s Engineering model while ensuring that capital decisions integrate technical integrity, financial discipline, operational readiness, and long-term enterprise value creation. 

Reporting to the CEO, and partnering closely with the GM Asia, CIO, and broader Executive team, this leader ensures that engineering execution, capital governance, and commercial strategy are fully aligned. 

Beyond delivery of the First Commercial Facility, this role helps design the scalable operating blueprint for future facilities, joint ventures, and international expansion. 

Over time, this position will play a critical role in shaping Samsara Eco’s broader operational capability as the business scales globally. 

**This role is based in Jerrabomberra close to the border of ACT and will require relocation.
**Exceptional Singapore-based candidates may be considered; however, the role will require extensive and ongoing travel to Australia.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES...

Enterprise Capital Strategy & Governance 

• Establish and lead Samsara Eco’s Owner’s Engineering (OE) model 

• Define and embed enterprise capital governance frameworks across FEL3 → FID → construction → commissioning 

• Ensure technical, financial, and operational integrity prior to capital lock-in 

• Integrate CAPEX, OPEX, operability, ramp-up profile, and long-term value considerations into all capital decisions 

• Challenge optimism bias and surface risk before commitment 

Executive Oversight – First Commercial Facility (FCF) 

• Provide executive oversight to FCF Engineering leadership, accountable for end-to-end execution 

• Act as senior owner-side counterparty to EPC partners and key vendors 

• Ensure scope, cost, schedule, and risk decisions support enterprise outcomes — not just project milestones 

• Embed predictability, transparency, and disciplined escalation into delivery 

Enterprise Integration & Operating Model Design 

• Translate capital deployment into long-term operating model design 

• Align engineering execution with commercial, JV, and supply chain strategy 

• Shape the operational blueprint for global facility replication 

• Contribute to enterprise risk management, capital allocation, and portfolio prioritisation discussions at Executive level 

Risk, Cost & Operability Assurance 

• Own owner-side technical and execution risk frameworks 

• Ensure commissioning complexity and ramp-up cost are fully understood and modelled 

• Balance engineering excellence with commercial pragmatism 

Capability & Future Platform Build 

• Build and lead a high-performing Owner’s Engineering capability 

• Enable effective knowledge transfer from R&D and pilot environments into commercial facilities 

• Prepare engineering structures for future JV incorporation and asset replication 

• Establish scalable engineering standards across future facilities 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE...

• Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Process or related Engineering discipline 

• 20+ years’ experience delivering capital-intensive chemical or process manufacturing facilities 

• Demonstrated owner-side leadership of US$100M+ capital investments 

• Experience integrating laboratory, pilot plant, and vendor trial data into commercial-scale design 

• Deep exposure to FEL, FEED, construction, commissioning, and start-up 

• Strong understanding of EPC/PCM delivery models and capital governance 

In addition, you bring: 

• Enterprise-level commercial judgement and capital allocation discipline 

• Experience operating at Executive or Board level in capital-intensive environments 

• Ability to integrate technical, financial, and operational decision-making 

• Exposure to multi-site or international expansion environments 


• Experience preparing organisations for JV incorporation or asset spin-out advantageous 
  
  

WHY WORK WITH US...

Purpose-Driven Innovation: Join a team at the forefront of tackling one of the world’s most urgent environmental challenges. Your work will directly contribute to advancing solutions that repair the planet and restore global ecosystems.

Collaboration and Growth: We value diverse perspectives and collective action. At Samsara Eco, you’ll collaborate with brilliant minds across science, technology, and business in an environment that fosters creativity, mutual respect, and continuous learning.

Empowerment and Ownership: We offer a flat, flexible structure where you can take ownership of projects and make meaningful decisions. We trust our team to lead, innovate, and drive change as we scale our solutions globally.

Work-Life Integration: We believe that happy, healthy employees do their best work. That’s why we offer flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, and benefits that prioritize your well-being and help you maintain balance between your personal and professional life.

A Future-Focused Culture: We encourage agility, innovation, and courage in everything we do. Join a team that values your unique strengths, challenges the status quo, and builds a lasting legacy of positive change.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER...

Samsara is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Samsara is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We don’t regard colour, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Does this sound like your dream job? If it does, join our mission and apply now! 

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