Design Engineering Manager
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 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
AI at SharkNinja
At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.
Design Engineering Manager – Haircare
Needham, MA | Full-Time
ABOUT SHARKNINJA
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 Design Engineering Manager to our global team.
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking for a Design Engineering Manager to lead part of our growing New Product Development (NPD) team, helping build a new generation of innovative products under the Ninja brand. Based at our Needham, MA headquarters, you will bring technical substance and creative inspiration to our product creation process – driving technology and feasibility decisions from the front end of the roadmap all the way through to credible, market-ready solutions.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Lead front-end product and engineering development, applying ideation and innovation techniques to shape and drive the Haircare product roadmap in collaboration with cross-functional PD, ID, Brand, and Test Kitchen teams across the US, UK, and China.
- Own the front-end technology and feasibility phase of the Motorized roadmap, championing complete system innovations that bridge physical (mechanical) and digital (sensors, software, batteries, connectivity) disciplines.
- Drive ideas to conclusion early through functional proof-of-concept (POC) rigs – embracing a “fail fast” methodology to surface issues before they reach the back-end NPD implementation team.
- Build and test prototypes hands-on, taking a pragmatic approach to both short- and long-term project exploration.
- Communicate design concepts quickly and persuasively through sketching, CAD layouts, 3D models, and working prototypes.
- Conduct design and engineering studies – independently and within teams – to resolve technical and consumer-experience challenges at every stage of development.
- Partner with our global Advanced Design (AD) and Consumer Insights (CI) teams to ensure consumer-focused sensibilities drive direction and are preserved throughout development, delivering 5-star products.
- Coach and actively support team members at all levels, with particular investment in the growth of junior colleagues.
- Balance and prioritize multiple concurrent project workflows while meeting fast-paced schedules and deadlines.
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design with a focus on engineering principles.
- 5–10 years of proven experience in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Product Design environments.
- Hands-on experience with injection-molded plastic and sheet metal manufacturing processes.
- Proficient in SolidWorks or Creo CAD software.
- Demonstrated ability to identify, solve, implement, and verify technical solutions – both independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable working in a lab setting: building prototypes, conducting product testing, and documenting findings and next steps.
- Broad appreciation for the interplay between mechanical, electrical, and software engineering principles.
- Ability to motivate a team to autonomously identify and deliver technical solutions.
- Growth mindset: proactively seeks coaching, invests in continuous learning, and exercises sound judgment in prioritizing problems.
- Entrepreneurial spirit: not afraid to fail fast, learn quickly, and pivot with a positive attitude.
- Flexible and collaborative, with a genuine drive to improve processes and working culture through participation in cross-functional initiatives.
PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design.
- Prior experience in the consumer goods or household appliance industry.
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.
Pay Range
$105,300 - $150,000 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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