R&D Mechanical Engineer

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.
At SharkNinja, our purpose is to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world! We work very hard to provide our consumers with high quality, exciting 5-star products that make life easier. We thrive on passion and innovation, and are looking for great people, with great ideas, who want to build the next big thing and develop whilst they do. We take a team approach to our projects, where everyone has a voice! SharkNinja recognizes the importance of diversity in the workplace and are committed to hiring a diverse team.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Summary of Position
We are looking for Mechanical Engineers to help us create a new generation of innovative products across our Shark & Ninja ranges. We thrive on designing great products that delight our customers. Working as part of our Boston Headquarters, you will bring technical substance and inspiration to our creative efforts to deliver credible solutions to the market.
Role Functions:

• Delivers design studies (independently and in teams) to solve technical or consumer issues found in the development of a product.
• Communicate ideas quickly and effectively using a combination of sketching, CAD layouts, 3D models and working prototypes to evaluate potential solutions.
• Takes direction on designs through conception, CAD execution, prototyping and verification, whilst consistently working at pace.
• Applies sound engineering standards to deliver real solutions.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with colleagues.
• Supports other team members and encourages their efforts.
• Collaborates seamlessly with our UK and China based Product Development teams to ensure that great ideas make it through.

Requirements

• Degree level technical qualification, ideally Mechanical Engineering, Product or Industrial Design Engineering.
• Typically, 1-3 years proven experience in Mechanical/ Product Design/ Industrial Design environment.
• Experience in the consumer goods household appliance space desirable
• Experience in plastic manufacturing processes desirable
• Experience of delivering real world products to market
• 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.
• Flexible and collaborative - these are key to success at SharkNinja.
• Positive attitude with an entrepreneurial nature.
• Appreciation for electrical engineering, software and UX design helpful but not essential.

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
$63,800-$120,800 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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Life At SharkNinja
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]