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About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5‑star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Overview
Are you ready to take your Mechanical Engineering skills to the next level and join a company that thrives on innovation? If yes, we have the perfect position for you! Our mission to positively impact people’s lives every day in every home around the world allows our employees to be thinkers and tinkerers, designers and doers, creators and number crunchers, makers of things they love. As we continue to grow, we are excited to add a Mechanical Engineer to our global team.
The R&D Team at SharkNinja is looking for a dynamic, creative, talented, inspirational and committed Mechanical Engineer to deliver an extraordinary pipeline of new technologies. We seek a creative problem solver who possesses an intuitive grasp of physics and engineering fundamentals, is equally comfortable hacking together a prototype in the lab or analyzing the results of a test, and is passionate about solving the tough engineering challenges required to be the first to deliver innovative new products to market. This role calls for an experienced hands‑on engineer who has natural curiosity and creativity, a passion to develop and utilize a diversity of talents, and a desire to help make a high performing team even stronger.
Exciting things you’ll get to do:
Design and development of consumer products from initial concept to ongoing product support within our global development organization
Collaborate with Engineering and Product Development teams daily to rapidly progress the understanding of systems, performance levers, and tradeoffs
Bring together team members from other disciplines to brainstorm, solve problems, build proof‑of‑concept prototypes, and test them thoroughly
Work closely with a team of mechanical engineers including co‑ops and interns
See the culmination of your efforts with the team come to life on the shelf in stores, online, and in infomercials
Attributes and Skills
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
2+ years of related experience in design and development
Demonstrated ability to bring enabling technologies into innovative products in the market
Solid analytical skills, a methodical mindset with strong attention to detail, and relentless drive to identify potential problems and take responsibility for their resolution
Skilled in prototyping: 3D printing, machining, hand tools, building accurate and robust assemblies
Experience working in a laboratory setting with various test equipment and instrumentation conducting controlled experiments on something you have designed and built
Experienced with CAD, Solidworks or CREO (preferred)
Organized, skilled using Excel, Minitab, or Matlab (or similar programs) to synthesize test data into learnings
Self‑motivated and eager to understand how things work in a product and share insights with both technical and non‑technical colleagues
Enjoys fostering meaningful professional relationships with colleagues
Due to the hands‑on nature of the role, working closely with a team, this role is an in‑person role at our Needham, MA office
Preferred Attributes
Understanding of applied fluid mechanics and heat transfer
Experience in product design and development, including designing and executing an experimental test plan to guide design decisions
Comfortable multitasking and responding quickly to shifting priorities without losing sight of longer‑term projects and goals
Previous experience in an applied R&D role working for a consumer product company or a consultant company
Experience with electronics (analog/digital), related test equipment, and components common in small appliances (sensors, motors, heaters, PCBAs, etc.)
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary range for this position is listed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Pay Range: $72,800—$143,800 USD
Your Benefits
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short‑term disability insurance, long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre‑paid legal insurance, backup child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high‑impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.
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Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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