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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:

We are looking for a Senior Product Design Engineer to help us build a new generation of innovative products across our Ninja brand. We thrive on designing great products that delight our customers. Working as part of our Needham, MA Headquarters, you will bring technical substance and inspiration to our creative efforts to deliver credible solutions to the market by supporting the front-end development of product creation with a focus on technology and feasibility implementation when building our product roadmap.

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

Is comfortable working in the front-end product/engineering development phase using ideation/innovation techniques to unlock and drive the Motorized product roadmap with engineering and cross-functional PD/ID/Brand/Test Kitchen teams in the US, UK, and China.

Take ownership of the roadmap with a focus on the front-end technology and feasibility phase to support our next generation of products – Think complete system innovations that sit between the physical (mechanical) and system (sensors/software/batteries/connectivity)

Is comfortable failing fast by driving ideas to a conclusion early on via functional rigs prior to handing over part or complete product solution packages to the back-end implementation AD team.

Is comfortable tinkering away on both short- and long-term projects with a hands-on approach in the form of POC (Proof of Concept) rigs.

Can communicate ideas quickly and effectively using a combination of sketching, CAD layouts, 3D models and working prototypes to evaluate potential solutions.

Is comfortable in carrying out design/engineering studies (independently and in teams) to solve technical or consumer issues with a focus on user experience at all stages of development.

Collaborates seamlessly with our global AD team and CI team to ensure that the front-end sensibilities (consumer focused experience) are driving our direction and maintained throughout our development to deliver 5-star products

Actively coaches & supports other team members and encourages their efforts, particularly in respect to junior colleagues.

Ability to balance, prioritize, & drive multiple workflows across projects alongside additional responsibilities whilst conforming to fast-paced schedules & deadlines.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

Bachelor’s degree, ideally in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or Industrial Design with a focus on engineering principles.

5-8+ years of proven experience in Mechanical Engineering
Experience working on electromechanical products within a product development environment.

Experience designing for plastic parts including silicone, rubber and injection molding parts.

Experience in working with IP teams to track prior art and identify novel or inventive solutions within the AD/R&D team.

Uses SolidWorks or Creo to a proficient level.

Identify, solve, implement, and verify technical solutions autonomously as part of a team.

Can operate (with training) in the lab, building of prototypes, product testing in the lab, developing and reporting findings with next steps.

Demonstrate flexibility, resilience, & perseverance, whilst maintaining a positive attitude with an entrepreneurial nature; these are key to success at SharkNinja.

Positive attitude with an entrepreneurial nature & preference for collaboration; not afraid to fail fast, learn and then pivot.

Appreciation for electrical engineering, software, and mechanical principles – An all-rounder of sorts.

Proactively enhances own education & actively seeks out coaching from others - takes a growth-mindset approach towards personal development.

Exercises judgment in; identifying which problems to solve, how to make daily progress, and embodying the importance of iterating to prove-out hypotheses

Continuously evaluates design intent to achieve outstanding results for the business and consumer.

A proven problem-solver; able to demonstrably generate & deliver solutions within project timelines.

Keen to engage in and contribute to internal working groups outside of their core job-role in order to improve processes, working environment, internal mindset etc.

Desires Skills (Not Required):

Experience in the consumer goods household appliance space desirable
Experience designing for sheet metal products.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

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, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.

This posting will close within 90 days from the original posting date.

Pay Range

$90,000 - $161,000 USD

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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