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Senior Mechanical Engineer
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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. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600 associates, our products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors worldwide. Our mission to positively impact people’s lives every day allows our employees to be thinkers, doers, makers, and number crunchers. As we continue to grow, we are excited to add a Senior Mechanical Engineer to our global team.
Overview
The NPD Team is looking for a dynamic, creative, talented, inspirational, and committed Senior Mechanical Engineer to deliver an extraordinary pipeline of new technologies. We seek a creative problem solver with an intuitive grasp of physics and engineering fundamentals, comfortable hacking together a prototype in the lab or analyzing test results, and passionate about solving tough challenges required to be the first to deliver innovative new products to market. This role calls for an experienced hands‑on engineer with natural curiosity, creativity, a passion to develop and utilize a diversity of talents, and a desire to help make a high‑performing team even stronger.
Exciting Things You’ll Get to Do
Design and develop consumer products from initial concept to ongoing product support within our global development organization. Collaborate daily with Engineering and Product Development teams to quickly progress understanding of systems, performance levers, and trade‑offs. Bring together team members from other disciplines to brainstorm, solve problems, build proof‑of‑concept prototypes, and test them thoroughly. Work 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, 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, methodical mindset, strong attention to detail, and relentless drive to identify potential problems and take responsibility for 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
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 impact to design choices, and make recommendations to both technical and non‑technical colleagues
Enjoys fostering meaningful professional relationships with colleagues
In‑person role at our Needham, MA office
Preferred Attributes
Understanding of thermal dynamics
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 engineering 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.)
Benefits and Culture
SharkNinja is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and offers 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. Join a community where we disrupt entire markets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, age, or veteran status.
Candidate Privacy Notice
We do not discriminate on basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any class protected by legislation. Reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation are considered. Contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com for assistance.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
role 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. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600 associates, our products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors worldwide. Our mission to positively impact people’s lives every day allows our employees to be thinkers, doers, makers, and number crunchers. As we continue to grow, we are excited to add a Senior Mechanical Engineer to our global team.
Overview
The NPD Team is looking for a dynamic, creative, talented, inspirational, and committed Senior Mechanical Engineer to deliver an extraordinary pipeline of new technologies. We seek a creative problem solver with an intuitive grasp of physics and engineering fundamentals, comfortable hacking together a prototype in the lab or analyzing test results, and passionate about solving tough challenges required to be the first to deliver innovative new products to market. This role calls for an experienced hands‑on engineer with natural curiosity, creativity, a passion to develop and utilize a diversity of talents, and a desire to help make a high‑performing team even stronger.
Exciting Things You’ll Get to Do
Design and develop consumer products from initial concept to ongoing product support within our global development organization. Collaborate daily with Engineering and Product Development teams to quickly progress understanding of systems, performance levers, and trade‑offs. Bring together team members from other disciplines to brainstorm, solve problems, build proof‑of‑concept prototypes, and test them thoroughly. Work 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, 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, methodical mindset, strong attention to detail, and relentless drive to identify potential problems and take responsibility for 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
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 impact to design choices, and make recommendations to both technical and non‑technical colleagues
Enjoys fostering meaningful professional relationships with colleagues
In‑person role at our Needham, MA office
Preferred Attributes
Understanding of thermal dynamics
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 engineering 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.)
Benefits and Culture
SharkNinja is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and offers 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. Join a community where we disrupt entire markets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, age, or veteran status.
Candidate Privacy Notice
We do not discriminate on basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any class protected by legislation. Reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation are considered. Contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com for assistance.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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