Senior Mechanical Engineer - Motorized/Treats at SharkNinja

Needham, MA, United StatesFull-time10500 - Engineering NPDPosted 23 days ago

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<div class="content-intro">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.  AI at SharkNinja At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.</div>  Senior Mechanical Engineer - Motorized/Treats New Product Development · Needham, MA · On-site At SharkNinja, our mission is to positively impact people's lives every day, in every home around the world. That takes thinkers and tinkerers, designers and doers, creators and number crunchers — people who make things they love. As we grow, we're adding a Senior Mechanical Engineer to our global team. The role Our NPD team builds the pipeline of new technologies behind SharkNinja products. We're looking for a creative problem solver with an intuitive grasp of physics and engineering fundamentals — someone equally at home hacking together a prototype in the lab or analyzing test results, and drawn to the tough engineering problems that come with being first to market. This is a hands-on job for a curious, creative engineer who wants to stretch a wide range of talents and make a high-performing team stronger. What you'll do <ul> <li>Design and develop consumer products from first concept through ongoing product support, inside our global development organization</li> <li>Work daily with Engineering and Product Development to rapidly build understanding of systems, performance levers, and tradeoffs</li> <li>Pull in teammates from other disciplines to brainstorm, solve problems, build proof-of-concept prototypes, and test them thoroughly</li> <li>Guide and work closely with a team of mechanical engineers, including co-ops and interns</li> <li>See your team's work come to life on store shelves, online, and in infomercials</li> </ul> What you bring <ul> <li>BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering</li> <li>5+ years in design and development</li> <li>A track record of turning enabling technologies into innovative products on the market</li> <li>Strong analytical skills, a methodical mindset, sharp attention to detail, and a relentless drive to find potential problems and own their resolution</li> <li>Prototyping skill: 3D printing, machining, hand tools, and building accurate, robust assemblies</li> <li>Lab experience running controlled experiments on things you designed and built, using a range of test equipment and instrumentation</li> <li>CAD proficiency in SolidWorks or Creo</li> <li>Organization, plus Excel, Minitab, or MATLAB (or similar) to turn test data into learnings</li> <li>Clear communication — explaining working principles, translating data into design implications, and making recommendations to technical and non-technical colleagues alike</li> <li>Genuine enjoyment of building meaningful professional relationships with colleagues</li> <li>Because the work is hands-on and team-based, this role is in person at our Needham, MA office</li> </ul> Nice to have <ul> <li>Understanding of thermodynamics</li> <li>Experience designing and executing experimental test plans to guide design decisions</li> <li>Comfort multitasking and shifting priorities quickly without losing sight of long-term goals</li> <li>Applied engineering experience at a consumer products or consulting company</li> <li>Experience with analog/digital electronics, related test equipment, and small-appliance components — sensors, motors, heaters, PCBAs</li> </ul>  <div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description">  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.   </div><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range">$85,000—$140,000 USD</div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><div> 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.  Learn more about us:   <a href="https://sharkninja.com/dei"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sharkninja/">Life At SharkNinja</a>   <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmRfBxyGu_mKl9SF12lM1NAIx-z07uLNQ">Outrageously Extraordinary</a>  </div> <div> SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice <ul data-start="131" data-end="402"> <li data-start="131" data-end="224"> For candidates based in all regions, please refer to this <a href="https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice.html">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. </li> <li data-start="225" data-end="312"> For candidates based in China, please refer to this <a href="https://www.sharkninja.com/legal/candidate-privacy-notice-china.html">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. </li> <li data-start="313" data-end="402"> For candidates based in Vietnam, please refer to this <a href="https://www.sharkninja.com/legal/candidate-privacy-notice-vietnam.html">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. </li> </ul> </div> <div>   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 <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> </div></div>

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