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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 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

Director of Electrical Engineering 

Description: 

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Director of Electrical Engineering to lead our electrical engineering team in the design and development of innovative consumer products. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise in power electronics and embedded systems, and a strong background in driving products from early concept through to high-volume production.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Lead and manage the electrical engineering team responsible for designing, prototyping, and validating electrical systems for consumer products.

Provide technical leadership in power electronics, embedded systems, circuit design, and hardware development processes.

Collaborate cross-functionally with industrial design, mechanical engineering, product development, manufacturing, and R&D teams to ensure seamless integration and execution.

Drive continuous improvement in design quality, performance, and manufacturability.

Oversee development of schematics, PCB layouts, circuit simulations, and system validation to ensure robust, scalable, and compliant designs.

Support the integration of power systems, including power conversion, motor control, and energy-efficient solutions.

Ensure embedded system architecture and implementation meets performance, scalability, and reliability goals.

Work closely with manufacturing and operations teams to implement effective DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Testability) practices.

Partner with external suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

Manage design validation testing (DVT) and compliance processes to meet regulatory requirements (UL, FCC, CE, IEC, etc.).

Mentor and develop engineering team members, helping grow individual capabilities and team performance.

Skills Required: 

8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with 3+ years in a technical leadership or management role.

Strong expertise in power electronics, including power conversion, motor control, and battery systems.

Solid background in embedded systems design, microcontrollers, and real-time firmware integration.

Experience in developing and launching high-volume consumer electronics.

Deep understanding of DFM, DFT, and regulatory compliance in hardware development.

Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.

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

$141,000 - $220,000 USD

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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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