Product Design Engineer Co-op, SharkNinja
Spring, January to June 2025
5 days a week in office (Needham, MA)
Home devices and appliances
Job no longer available
Home devices and appliances
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
5 days a week in office (Needham, MA)
1001+ employees
Company mission
SharkNinja's mission is to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world.
Role
Who you are
- Candidates should be equally comfortable ideating at the conceptual level, crafting quick user-focused prototypes, and iterating on designs with user testing and technical feedback
- Strong communicator who can convey ideas, concepts, and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong intuition for mechanical engineering and physics principles, with an emphasis on applying this in product design, ergonomics, and human-centered engineering
- Analytical and detail-oriented, with a creative approach to identifying and addressing potential issues
- Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, a hands-on attitude, and commitment to developing elegant, innovative solutions that balance technical and user-focused design principles
- Skilled at juggling multiple projects, with flexibility to pivot as needed while keeping sight of broader design objectives
- Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Product Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with classes in ID, or a related field
- Enthusiastic about user-centered product design, form, and function
- Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhino) and basic prototyping tools (3D printing, shop competency)
- Hands-on experience building physical prototypes in various materials (e.g., plastic, metal) and familiarity with machine shop equipment
- Basic understanding of electronics and components commonly used in small appliances (motors, sensors, PCBAs) is desirable
- Experience with rapid prototyping tools like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other developer kits is a plus
- This role is ideal for candidates with a strong foundation in industrial design principles and mechanical engineering, eager to innovate and solve open-ended challenges with a user-centered mindset
What the job involves
- Please note, this opportunity is for a Spring Co-op (January to June 2025) or post-graduate internship. The role is full-time and onsite in our Needham, MA office
- SharkNinja is seeking ambitious, creative, and highly skilled Industrial Design & Mechanical Engineering Co-Ops to sit at the intersection of these roles as a Product Design Engineer with our advanced development teams
- Candidates will work at the leading edge of product ideation, helping develop the next generation of user-centered, innovative products for our Shark and Ninja brands. This role emphasizes a balance between industrial design thinking and mechanical engineering skills, appealing to those passionate about translating open-ended, real-world challenges into meaningful solutions
- Generate new product concepts with a user-centered approach, focusing on ergonomics, aesthetics, and functional innovation
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define solutions that meet functional requirements while enhancing the user experience
- Lead and participate in design studies to solve technical and user-experience challenges
- Build and test quick turnaround, low fidelity prototypes, and be able to build key findings on user testing with them
- Approach everyday design challenges with curiosity and resilience, driven to rethink and innovate
Our take
Consumer demand for new and better home appliances continues to grow. SharkNinja serves this demand by designing and manufacturing innovative home goods and devices. Specifically, it has a growing line of solutions that consist of Shark cleaning and home care products and Ninja kitchen appliances.
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.
SharkNinja’s main challenge is facing down big-name competitors such as home appliance giant Dyson. In fact, through innovative design, it seized the market-leading spot in traditional vacuums from Dyson and is only second to iRobot in sales of robotic models. A 2023 IPO saw an extra $296 million in funding added to SharkNinja's pot and was followed by product launches in new sectors such as air conditioning and food cooling, indicating that the company is still full of new product ideas.
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Insights
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back within 2 weeks
10% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Employer paid group benefits including medical, dental, life insurance and more
- Competitive RRSP matching program
- 16 vacation days to start
- Paid sick days
- Paid volunteer and cultural days
- Employee & Family Assistance program
- An opportunity to accelerate your career with world class brands
- Continuous development and mentoring
- Opportunity to join various employee-based affinity groups
- Diverse, inclusive, and community-minded organization
- Wellness program offering free virtual fitness classes and a fitness reimbursement
- Employee product discounts
Company values
- Never be afraid to dream big
- Relentlessly innovate
- Obsess about customer satisfaction
- Build people up
- Seize opportunities - individually and collectively
Company HQ
Needham Heights, Needham, MA
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Leadership
Mark Rosenzweig
(Founder)Founded SharkNinja in 1994. Has won three Red Dot Awards for product Design.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at SharkNinja
- At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is 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. Your role in Diversifying SharkNinja:
- As a corporate citizen, learn and support SharkNinja’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
- Explore SharkNinja’s DEI Groups or volunteer to serve on committees that organize diversity-related events and activities
- Participate in employee engagement surveys and respond as openly and honestly as possible
- Become culturally competent; take the time to learn about different cultures, races, religions, and backgrounds represented by your colleagues
- Ensure equitable experiences, strengthen inclusion acumen, and promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contributions of all team members
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