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Principal Safety and Compliance Engineer - Product Development

Needham, MA, United States

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.  

 

 

The Principal Product Safety & Compliance Engineer will have a direct partnership with our global product developers and certification partners for all aspects of regulatory compliance and product certification. The candidate will be responsible for leading multiple certification projects from product concept to mass production, ensuring that all market access requirements are met and that product designs employs appropriate risk mitigation solutions.

Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

  • Own the execution of certification activities and risk analysis for multiple new product development projects.
  • Establish project needs and deliverables for both our product development teams and third-party regulatory partners.
  • Continuously evaluate project risk during the development process and establish contingency plans to overcomes obstacles.
  • Lead weekly reviews for all assigned projects, present the status and associated project risks.
  • Assure that all activities related to product certification commence and execute as planned and on schedule.
  • Support the product development teams as a subject matter expert, providing counsel on requirements and regulations.
  • Leading intradepartmental continuous improvement and special projects.
  • Provide leadership and mentoring to junior team members.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical Engineering or similar technical discipline.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of compliance or design related experience of consumer or commercial electromechanical products preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and/or governmental regulations.
  • Experience with participating in DFMEA sessions preferred.
  • Must be able to:
    • Operate comfortably in a fast-paced environment with regularly shifting priorities.
    • Thrive under pressure and want to be continuously challenged.
    • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining continuous track of key details.
    • Multi-task, maintaining a continuous comprehensive understanding of project status.
    • Present creative and technically sound solutions to complex problems. 
    • Like to “solve the puzzles” and deliver on challenging assignments.
    • Analyze operations and promote continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Work with conviction and demonstrate strength on key positions yet be able to collaborate and compromise where appropriate.
    • Work and think independently with moderate supervision and generate ideas within their area of expertise.
    • Make sound decisions utilizing all available information.
    • Communicate complex technical information to audiences with varying technical understanding.
    • Adapt well to change.
    • Present at a high level to all levels within the organization, demonstrating comfort and confidence in collaborating with colleagues and superiors.
    • Desire ownership and possess a “want to take the last shot of the game” mentality.

 

 

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.  

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. 

Learn more about us:  
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary 

 
SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/ 

For candidates based in China, please visit: https://sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/china/

For candidates based in Vietnam, please visit: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/vietnam/

 

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com

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 At SharkNinja, we take pride in our uniqueness. Our innovation extends beyond our products to the way we work, embracing diversity as a cornerstone of our success. We recognize that our differences make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. Our workforce should reflect the diversity of our customer base, which is why our recruitment commitment is to truly be an exemplary, equal opportunity employer, fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace. 

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