Design & Engineering Co-op, SharkNinja
Spring 2027, January through June
Ranges from $28/hr - $34/hr
More information about location
Office located in Needham, MA
Home devices and appliances
Be an early applicant
Home devices and appliances
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
Ranges from $28/hr - $34/hr
More information about location
Office located in Needham, MA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world.
Role
Who you are
- Education: Current student in a related bachelor's or master’s program or has graduated from such a program within the past year
- Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 DAYS per week onsite in Needham, MA
- Exposure to one or more of the following: motor control, sensor integration, embedded microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino), battery management, signal amplification, and switching power supplies
- Working knowledge of C/C++ for microcontroller applications is a plus
- Familiarity with general prototyping tools and processes; experience building quick-turn physical models is a bonus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Comfortable supporting software/firmware testing and development—experience is a plus
- Strong understanding of core physical and electrical engineering principles
- Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and translate abstract concepts into tangible outcomes
- Skilled at quickly developing visual and physical representations of new product concepts to communicate function and layout
- Naturally curious, creatively driven, and excited to apply both innovation and technical depth to real-world challenges
- Collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced, hands-on environments and is eager to learn from a high-performing engineering team
What the job involves
- Work Period: January through June
- This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 DAYS per week onsite in Needham, MA
- Built for early talent. Geared toward impact. Driven by speed. Whether you're in a co-op or internship, our early talent program is designed to provide valuable exposure to the industry and a fast-paced professional environment. You’ll dive into meaningful projects and tasks that sharpen your skills and deepen your knowledge
- Along the way, you’ll benefit from professional development opportunities, community events, and connections that make your experience well-rounded and enriching. Your time with us will culminate in an opportunity to showcase your contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders because this is a program for those ready to shape what’s next — fast
- Are you passionate about designing the future of consumer tech? Do you thrive at the intersection of imagination and engineering? Are you excited by the challenge of building real prototypes that push boundaries and bring innovation to life? If so, we invite you to explore the Design & Engineering Co-op at SharkNinja
- As a key member of our Advanced Development team, you’ll play a hands-on role in designing and testing early-stage prototypes for the next generation of Shark and Ninja products
- You’ll collaborate with engineers, designers, and cross-functional partners to bring forward-thinking concepts into functional reality. From building circuits to experimenting with form factors, your contributions will directly shape what’s next in performance-driven innovation. If you’re technically curious, solution-oriented, and ready to create products that truly make a positive impact in people’s everyday lives, we want to hear from you!
- Contribute to the development of innovative concepts and technologies that define the next generation of Shark and Ninja products
- Support the design and evaluation of early-stage prototypes using ECAD tools, simulation software, and breadboard circuits
- Assist in building test fixtures and executing verification and validation test plans to ensure technical feasibility and performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine designs for manufacturability, cost optimization, and user experience
- Apply creativity and engineering rigor to solve real-world problems and elevate product quality
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions that influence product direction and development
- Identify opportunities to enhance customer satisfaction, reduce production costs, and maintain our competitive edge
- Take part in fast-paced development cycles where your input and technical contributions are valued from day one
- Gain exposure to SharkNinja’s innovation process—from idea generation and prototyping to technical validation and iteration
Application process
- Please note that, due to the high volume of applications for early talent roles, response times may vary depending on the specific role and timeline. Our team appreciates your patience!
Our take
With more people looking for home products that work harders and smarter, SharkNinja has become a household name. Through its Shark line of cleaning and home care tools and Ninja range of kitchen appliance the company creates solutions that simplify daily routines and overall enhance modern living.
SharkNinja has been in operation since 1994, which is testament to the quality and popularity of its products. Since its initial launch in Canada, the company has expanded into the US and the UK. In 2017 SharkNinja was bought by CDH Private Equity for over $1.5 Billion, further proof of its impressive market value. Perhaps more evidence is that it brings in annual revenues of around $4B.
It continues to hold a strong position in the home appliance market too, competiting with big brands like Dyson. Its Shark line lead the US upright vacuum, segment, while its presence in robotics vacuums reflects steady growth in a compeititve space. Since going public, the company has m,aintained a rapid pace of innovation, launching numerous new products eacxh pear and expanding into adjecent categories such as outdoor coolers and grills. With a growing global footprint and a focus ons mart design, usabiluity, and category expansion, SharkNinja is very well positioned to continue shaping the futur of home appliances.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
10% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company HQ
Needham Heights, Needham, MA
Leadership
Mark Rosenzweig
(Founder)Founded SharkNinja in 1994. Has won three Red Dot Awards for product Design.
Mark Barrocas
(CEO)Mark joined SharkNinja in 2008 as CEO. Prior to this, he spent 3 years at Aramark Uniform Services as the President of the WearGuard Division. Prior to that, he spent 4 years at Broder Bros as the President and 2 years at Perry Ellis International as VP of Corporate Sales.
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