Job Application for Senior Mechanical Engineer at SharkNinja

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:

The R&D Team at SharkNinja is looking for dynamic, creative, talented, inspirational and committed Senior 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 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 on-going 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 with closely with and guide 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
5+ 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
Proficient CAD user, Solidworks or CREO 
Organized, skilled using Excel, Minitab, or Matlab (or similar programs) to synthesize test data into learnings
Skilled communicator able to explain working principles, synthesize data into learnings and the impact to design choices, and make recommendations to 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 fluid mechanics
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.)

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.

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