Somesh Mohapatra

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DISC Type : DCS

Head of Data Science & Head of Product Management – Manufacturing Digital Transformation at Caterpillar Inc.

McKinney, Texas, United States

Overview

Somesh Mohapatra leads AI, data science, and product management for Caterpillars global manufacturing digital transformation. An MIT PhD-MBA graduate, he manages a team of 14, architecting AI solutions using digital twins and LLMs to modernize over 150 facilities. His background includes experience at Google and founding a startup.

Outside of his corporate role, Somesh is an active writer, authoring a blog called "Digital Iron. " Through various series like "The Human Loop, " he explores the practical and philosophical implications of AI in industrial settings and other domains, using storytelling to break down complex technological concepts for a broader audience.

Unique fact: He co-invented a patented machine learning method to design peptides for delivering therapeutics, with applications in treating genetic diseases.

Personality Overview

Thorough Evaluator

Quality Focused

Fast But Analytical

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service  They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there

Topics They Care About

AI in Manufacturing
He leads Caterpillar's flagship initiative to modernize 150+ facilities using AI, digital twins, and LLMs for predictive maintenance and inventory optimization.
Data Science Leadership
He manages a cross-functional team of 14 data scientists, AI/ML engineers, and product managers across the US and India, building enterprise-scale data platforms.
AI Storytelling
Through his blog "Digital Iron, " he uses narratives and series like "The Human Loop" to explore the real-world impact of technology on industries like manufacturing and finance.

Media Appearances

Somesh has no verified media appearances

Work History

2025
Head of Data Science & Head of Product Management – Manufacturing Digital Transformation at Caterpillar Inc.
2025 - 2025
Senior Manager, Strategy & Analytics – Resource Industries | Chief of Staff to SVP at Caterpillar Inc.
2024 - 2025
Manager, Analytics - Minesite Electrification at Caterpillar Inc.
2023 - 2024
Manager, Analytics – Strategic Procurement & Planning at Caterpillar Inc.
2022 - 2022
AI/ML Research Fellow – Process Engineering & Manufacturing (MIT LGO) at Amgen

Education

2021 - 2022
Master of Business Administration - MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management
2018 - 2022
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Insights For Selling To Somesh

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Showcase your competitive superiority clearly when possible or address it at the minimum
  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment

DONT's

  • Avoid too much small talk, just a few formal pleasantries should be fine
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Somesh is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Somesh

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Somesh move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Somesh take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Somesh

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