About the Role

SharkNinja is seeking a self driven Cost Engineer to support both Shark and Ninja new product lines by developing accurate “should be” cost models throughout the product development process. At SharkNinja, we pride ourselves on delivering affordable innovation, ease of use, and a strong focus on the consumer experience.

In this role, you will work closely with the AD and NPD teams to understand product architecture, manufacturing methods, and component selection in order to define the lowest possible cost to produce a product. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is curious about how products are made, enjoys problem solving, and is motivated by identifying cost optimisation opportunities without compromising performance or consumer value.

What You Will Do

Coordinate product details to generate early ballpark cost estimates during the AD phase.
Develop and maintain should be cost models that reflect the latest product definition throughout prototype builds.
Review CBOMs from suppliers to validate cost assumptions and identify opportunities.
Deliver reports and presentation summaries highlighting key cost drivers and opportunities.
Review should be costs for consistency and accuracy across projects.
Generate critical component lists and work with Supply Chain teams to support supplier quoting activities.
Provide recommendations to product teams on design approaches that support lower cost manufacturing.
Support competitive product teardowns to understand materials, components, assembly methods, and feature implementation.
Prepare weekly project updates and participate in regular collaboration calls with the China cost engineering team.
Participate in product reviews, technical discussions, and hack sessions.

What You Will Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
Experience in an engineering related field, preferably within product development.
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals.
Experience working with consumer products or other high volume manufacturing environments.
Strong analytical and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
A proactive mindset and strong drive to identify the lowest achievable product cost.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Basic knowledge of plastics and metal manufacturing processes.
Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively in a fast paced environment.
Knowledge of SolidWorks or Creo.
Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear summaries, insights, and recommendations.

At SharkNinja, our mission to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world drives us to innovate with purpose. We’re designers and doers, thinkers and tinkerers, committed to creating products that delight consumers. As we continue to grow, we are excited to add a Principal Electrical Systems Engineer – Advanced Development to our global engineering team.

OVERVIEW

• SharkNinja (creator of the Shark® and Ninja® brands) offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment with opportunities to push the boundaries of consumer product innovation.
• We are looking for a creative and hands-on electrical systems engineer with a strong foundation in multidisciplinary product development and a passion for exploring emerging technologies.
• In this early-stage role, you’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to help define, prototype, and evaluate future product platforms—bridging concept to feasibility and enabling new product directions.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• You get to build real prototypes — fast.
• You’ll explore emerging tech in sensors, embedded systems, power electronics, wireless, and more.
• Your ideas directly influence future Shark & Ninja products.
• You’ll work with a small, highly skilled team of builders, tinkerers, and inventors.
• Access to full labs, tools, and rapid prototyping gear.
• A startup-like innovation vibe backed by a global consumer brand.

Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

• Contribute to system architecture and early-stage development across electrical, embedded, and software domains.
• Lead design and validation of reusable electrical and embedded modules.
• Support the creation and refinement of system-level requirements and functional architectures.
• Design, build, and test early prototypes to validate feasibility and inform product direction.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess applicability for next-generation platforms.
• Collaborate with global engineering, ID/UX, product, and manufacturing teams.
• Participate in system integration and risk analysis activities across multi-disciplinary subsystems.
• Assist in design reviews and ensure alignment with EMC, safety, and design validation (DVT) requirements.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity about how systems interact.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-paced environments focused on innovation.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership of assigned projects and deliverables.
• Passion for working with emerging technologies and learning new tools and methods.

SKILLS:

• Systems integration across electrical, embedded, and mechanical components
• Analog/digital circuit design, including A/D, D/A, filters, and signal integrity
• Power electronics (AC/DC, flyback, buck/boost, basic regulatory considerations)
• Embedded systems: microcontrollers (ARM, 8/16-bit), memory, and interfaces
• Sensor technologies: IMUs, ToF, IR, cameras, magnetometers, etc.
• Wireless communication: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (basic integration)
• Hands-on prototyping: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or equivalent
• Exposure to edge AI / ML integration is a plus

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BSc or MS in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline
• 12–20 years of experience in product development or advanced R&D
• Experience in early-stage prototyping, feasibility evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration

Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA.  There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career 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.

This role: As a key member of the Ninja Electrical Engineering team, you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting the development and testing of next-generation Ninja products. From circuit-level troubleshooting to lab-based validation and verification, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to refine electrical systems, test new components, and ensure our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Your work will directly contribute to turning bold ideas into trusted tools for consumers around the world. If you're technically curious, solution-oriented, and ready to make an impact from day one, we want to hear from you!

 Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

• Contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies that will power the next generation of Ninja products
• Support senior engineers in designing and testing analog and digital circuits, including low-noise analog systems, microprocessors, A/D and D/A converters, and power supply architectures
• Assist with board bring-up, debugging, and validation of real-time embedded electronics
• Help develop and refine microprocessor-based control and communication platforms through simulation, analysis, prototyping, and hands-on lab testing
• Collaborate on cross-functional problem-solving to support released products and conduct failure analysis for field-reported issues
• Participate in technical reviews and contribute to design documentation, test plans, and technical reports
• Work closely with Mechanical Engineering, Marketing, and Product Testing teams to ensure electrical solutions align with product goals and user expectations
• Gain hands-on experience with real products, real challenges, and real impact in a fast-paced innovation environment

 ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• Education: Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program, or have graduated within the past year
• Must be an electrical engineering major
• Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
• Strong understanding of Bipolar and CMOS technologies; foundational knowledge in power electronics is preferred
• Able to quickly develop visual and physical representations of product functions and electrical layouts
• Combines creativity with technical expertise to generate innovative, real-world solutions
• Experience with electrical design tools such as LTSpice; familiarity with PCB design software like Altium is a plus
• Exposure to product-level testing including DC/AC performance, power consumption, BLDC motors, and EMC considerations is a bonus
• Prior internship or project experience in consumer electronics or small appliances is a strong asset
• Hands-on lab experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, SMUs); surface mount soldering skills are a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft 365; experience with Visual Basic programming is a plus
• Embodies SharkNinja's success drivers:
  • Rarely Satisfied – Adopt a “no delays” mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
  • Progress over Perfection - Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapts to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning
  • Details Make the Difference - Can coordinate timelines & deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency across all consumer-facing materials
  • Winning is a Team Sport - Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
  • Communicate for Impact - Strong communication skills - ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management

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!

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 create the next big thing and develop as they do.  We take a team approach to our projects, where everyone has a voice. SharkNinja recognize the importance of diversity in the workplace and are committed to hiring a diverse team. 

Summary of Position 

This role is for an individual contributor and will focus on technical leadership of embedded electronic design and product development lifecycle for our product roadmap. The successful candidate will have experience in analog and digital embedded design, including both hardware (schematic capture and PCB layout) and firmware (C and ASM), preferably in consumer products or similar. The role would need to collaborate with cross-functional teams to define the product electrical and firmware architecture, work with contract manufacturers and global electrical engineering team to implement the designs while conducting the timely reviews with broader team and monitoring the progress.  Role requires familiarity with all product development aspects such as team task tracking, BOM cost tracking, DFMEA, documentation and PLM systems. 

Role Functions: 

• Oversee the design and development of consumer products from initial concept to production within our global EE organization
• Day-to-day coordination of team tasks to enable the delivery of functional prototypes for research and internal review
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Marketing teams to provide initial cost estimates for EBOM and work effort to support advanced development and prototype needs, as well as final product implementation based upon thorough review of product requirements
• Define product electrical and firmware architecture as an input for the contract manufacturers and global teams
• Work with compliance team and ensure that the product meets global certification standards for consumer electronics
• Ensure the development of clear and concise firmware and hardware specifications/ documentation and solutions to meet product requirements
• Interact with team members from other disciplines to complete project deliverables, solve problems
• Work with global EE leadership to report the project status, review, meet and update the organizational objectives
• Be able to lead and mentor junior engineers and technologists. 

Requirements  

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) 
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a technical leadership role involving the design, development and delivery of embedded hardware and firmware projects
• Experience in aspects of electrical design: component selection, system architecture, design verification and documentation
• Experience of delivering products while meeting Design for Manufacturability, testability and reliability guidelines.
• Experience in the development of embedded firmware of microcontrollers, including design, test and debugging.
• Experience of resolving compliance testing and EMI/EMC issue through methodical RCA.
• Ability to work with ambiguous requirements and the ability to “find order in chaos”.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision or guidance  
• A broad view and understanding of the product development process, and effective experience leading multi-disciplined team efforts in the evolution of products from concept through testing, verification and approval
• Solid analytical skills with a strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) along with good sound interpersonal skills 

Desirable:

• Familiarity with compilers, IDE’s, JIRA, SVN is a plus
•  Previous industry experience working for a consumer product company or a consultant company in the consumer goods space is highly desirable.

Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career 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.

This role: We are looking for an Electrical Design Engineering Co-op, Advanced Development to help us design and build prototypes for the next generation of products. We thrive on designing great products that delight our customers but know that it takes unusual individuals to make it happen. Working as part of our Advanced Development team you will bring technical substance and inspiration to our creative efforts to ensure that imaginative but credible solutions populate our ambitious product roadmap. We thrive on designing great products that delight our customers but know that it takes unusual individuals to make it happen.  This role will focus on bringing technical substance and inspiration to our Electrical Engineering team to ensure that imaginative but credible solutions populate our ambitious product roadmap.

Here are some of the exciting things you’ll get to do: 

• Support the development of novel concepts and technologies for our next generation of products.
• Help communicate ideas quickly and effectively using a combination of ECAD layout, simulation and breadboard circuits to evaluate potential solutions.
• Build test rigs in the lab while supporting the execution of verification and validation test plans.
• Inject energy, enthusiasm and creativity into everything you touch.
• Be naturally curious and relentlessly driven to find better solutions to everyday problems.
• Demonstrate integrity and courage in the way you work, breaking the mold isn’t easy.
• Evaluate and improve designs for cost effectiveness, manufacturing improvements, increased quality and value.
• Identify new ideas, products and/or features that improve customer satisfaction, reduce costs and keep our product line at the forefront of our industry.

Key Attributes & Skills:

• Education: Current student in their third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, currently enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program, or has graduated 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
• Academic focus must be Electrical Engineering
• A natural and effective communicator capable of reducing abstract concepts to reality
• Able to quickly generate visual and physical definitions of new products that convey key attributes of function and layout
• A thorough understanding of basic physical principles
• Creativity and technical knowledge are crucial in this position
• Experience with one or more of the following: motor control, sensors, embedded micro controllers including Arduino, battery management, small signal amplifier circuits and switching power supplies
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
• Experience with general prototyping is a plus
• Some software/firmware experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of C/C++ with microcontrollers is a plus

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!

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 create the next big thing and develop as they do.  We take a team approach to our projects, where everyone has a voice. SharkNinja recognize the importance of diversity in the workplace and are committed to hiring a diverse team. 

Summary of Position 

This role is for an individual contributor and will focus on technical leadership of embedded electronic design and product development lifecycle for our product roadmap. The successful candidate will have experience in analog and digital embedded design, including both hardware (schematic capture and PCB layout) and firmware (C and ASM), preferably in consumer products or similar. The role would need to collaborate with cross-functional teams to define the product electrical and firmware architecture, work with contract manufacturers and global electrical engineering team to implement the designs while conducting the timely reviews with broader team and monitoring the progress.  Role requires familiarity with all product development aspects such as team task tracking, BOM cost tracking, DFMEA, documentation and PLM systems. 

Role Functions: 

• Oversee the design and development of consumer products from initial concept to production within our global EE organization 

• Day-to-day coordination of team tasks to enable the delivery of functional prototypes for research and internal review 

• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Marketing teams to provide initial cost estimates for EBOM and work effort to support advanced development and prototype needs, as well as final product implementation based upon thorough review of product requirements 

• Define product electrical and firmware architecture as an input for the contract manufacturers and global teams 

• Work with compliance team and ensure that the product meets global certification standards for consumer electronics 

• Ensure the development of clear and concise firmware and hardware specifications/ documentation and solutions to meet product requirements 

• Interact with team members from other disciplines to complete project deliverables, solve problems 

• Work with global EE leadership to report the project status, review, meet and update the organizational objectives 

• Be able to lead and mentor junior engineers and technologists. 

Requirements  

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)  

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a technical leadership role involving the design, development and delivery of embedded hardware and firmware projects 

• Experience in aspects of electrical design: component selection, system architecture, design verification and documentation 

• Experience of delivering products while meeting Design for Manufacturability, testability and reliability guidelines. 

• Experience in the development of embedded firmware of microcontrollers, including design, test and debugging. 

• Experience of resolving compliance testing and EMI/EMC issue through methodical RCA. 

• Ability to work with ambiguous requirements and the ability to “find order in chaos”. 

• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment 

• Ability to work with minimal supervision or guidance  

• A broad view and understanding of the product development process, and effective experience leading multi-disciplined team efforts in the evolution of products from concept through testing, verification and approval 

• Solid analytical skills with a strong attention to detail 

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) along with good sound interpersonal skills 

Desirable: 

•          Familiarity with compilers, IDE’s, JIRA, SVN is a plus
•          Previous industry experience working for a consumer product company or a consultant company in the consumer goods space is highly desirable.

Senior Electrical Engineering Technician

Position Summary

The Senior Electrical Engineering Technician provides advanced technical support to the electrical engineering team in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of electrical and electronic systems. This role involves complex troubleshooting, prototype development/EDVT, system integration, and mentoring junior technicians. The Senior EE Technician ensures engineering projects meet technical specifications, quality standards, and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

· Support electrical engineers in the design, development, and validation of electrical and electronic systems.

· Build, modify and debug prototypes, wiring harnesses, and circuit boards.

· Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting on electrical and electronic equipment and systems.

· Develop and maintain test setups, automated test systems, and validation procedures.

· Conduct electrical testing and data analysis using lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, and data acquisition systems.

· Review schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings to ensure proper implementation.

· Document test procedures, engineering changes, and technical findings.

· Partner with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to support product development.

· Mentor junior technicians and help drive best practices in the lab.

Required Qualifications

· Associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, or related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred).

· 5+ years of hands-on experience in electrical or electronics engineering support roles.

· Strong knowledge of electrical circuits, analog and digital electronics, and electronic components.

· Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

· Experience using electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, and logic analyzers.

· Excellent troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.

· Strong documentation, communication, and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Skills

· PCB assembly, soldering, and rework, including surface-mount components.

· Experience with CAD or schematic tools (Altium, KiCad, AutoCAD Electrical).

· Familiarity with embedded systems or microcontrollers.

· Exposure to automated testing, data acquisition systems, or Python-based test scripting.

Principal Electrical Engineer 

Overview 

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer, Electrical Engineering to serve as a technical leader within our electronics organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on expert who leads through influence, deep expertise, and ownership of complex systems 

You will play a critical role in shaping electrical and embedded system architecture, driving engineering excellence, and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver innovative consumer products from concept through high-volume production. This position requires a strong voice in technical decision-making, the ability to mentor informally, and a passion for building robust, scalable designs. 

Key Responsibilities (Technical Leadership) 

• Own and drive system-level architecture for electrical and embedded designs across multiple product programs.  

• Act as a technical authority in power electronics and embedded systems, guiding design decisions and trade-offs.  

• Lead by influence across cross-functional teams (ME, ID, Product, Manufacturing), ensuring alignment and strong execution.  

• Drive engineering rigor and best practices in schematic design, PCB layout, firmware integration, and validation.  

• Lead design reviews and technical deep dives, challenging assumptions and raising the bar for quality and innovation.  

• Provide mentorship and guidance to engineers through collaboration, design reviews, and technical coaching.  

• Identify risks early and drive resolution, ensuring product performance, reliability, and compliance.  
• Champion DFM/DFT and scalable design principles, working closely with manufacturing and suppliers.  

Technical & Program Responsibilities 

• Design and develop consumer product electronics from concept through production and sustaining support.  

• Contribute directly through schematic capture and PCB design oversight  

• Support DVT (design verification testing), EMC, and regulatory compliance (UL, FCC, CE, IEC).  

• Collaborate with Product Marketing and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into robust technical solutions.  

• Lead prototype development, testing, and validation, including interpretation of results and design iteration.  

• Support field issue investigation and root cause analysis, driving continuous product improvement.  
• Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure high-quality, cost-effective implementations.  

What We’re Looking For 

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a strong track record at the senior/principal level  

• Deep expertise in power electronics (AC/DC, motor control, thermal systems) and embedded systems design.  

• Strong experience in analog and digital design, including schematic capture and PCB layout 

• Proven ability to lead complex programs through influence, not authority.  

• Experience delivering high-volume consumer products from concept to production.  

• Strong understanding of DFM, DFT, and regulatory compliance.  
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to drive clarity across teams.  

How You Lead 

• Set the technical bar for the organization through your work and decision-making  

• Influence outcomes across teams through credibility and expertise  

• Mentor by doing, elevating others through collaboration and feedback  

• Drive alignment in ambiguity, helping teams converge on the right solutions  
• Own critical decisions and outcomes, ensuring successful product delivery  

This role is perfect for someone who wants to stay deeply hands-on while operating at a leadership level, shaping products, influencing teams, and driving engineering excellence. 

Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

• Work with new product development team to select the best PCBA architecture for the new product development in R&D Phase.
• Define and develop PCBA requirement of electronics system in R&D Phase.
• Support Design Team to develop robust software control algorithm/logics.
• Work with PCBA supplier to develop PCBA for new product in NPD and NPI phase.
• Review PCBA design for safety, reliability and DFM in NPD and NPI phase to make sure the good design quality.
• Implement systematical problem solving approach to find root cause and make correction plan for all the issues in in NPD and NPI phase.
• Implement Design Verification Test in each EB build to evaluate robustness of PCBA design.
• Review and approve PCBA design documents in NPI and Pilot phase.
• Review and approve PCBA manufacture process and test process in NPI and Pilot phase.
• Provide engineering support to achieve best quality and best cost.

You are Expected:

• Good knowledge of design and verification for power supply, micro processer, sensor, heater and motor control etc.
• Good knowledge and skill to design Schematic, PCB layout circuit simulation and software development.
• Good knowledge of safety design to comply with UL and IEC requirement.
• Good knowledge of electronics component selection and verification.
• Good knowledge of design for reliability, DFMEA, RCA etc.
• Good knowledge of design for manufacture and PCBA manufactures process.
• Good knowledge of EMC design and test.
• Good knowledge of PCBA verification test requirement and procedure.
• Good knowledge of 6 sigma.
• Good skill on reading, writing and oral English communication.
• At least 8+ years work experience in PCBA design and manufacture for home appliance or similar electronics system.
• At least 6 years work experience in circuit design includes both analog and digital circuit.
• At least 3 years work experience of software development with C or assembly language.
• Good experience in PCBA manufacture and testing.

Education/Certifications/Affiliations

• Bachelor degree in electrical engineering or related majors.

Travel Requirements

• Be flexible for domestic and international travel.

At SharkNinja, we push the boundaries to develop world class consumer products that transform everyday life. The Director of Engineering - Motors, is a senior technical and people leader responsible for shaping the strategy, design, and development of advanced motor systems across SharkNinja’s growing product portfolio.

This is a player/coach role — you will lead and grow a team of motor engineers while staying hands-on with the most complex technical challenges. You bring deep expertise in electromagnetic design, electromechanical systems, and power conversion, and you excel at partnering with global motor suppliers to develop purpose-built solutions for our products. The ability to bridge rigorous technical depth with cross-functional and supplier collaboration is essential. Airflow and fluid-dynamics experience is a strong plus, particularly in applications involving fans, blowers, or high-performance suction systems.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop a team of motor engineers — setting clear goals, fostering technical growth, and building a high-performing, collaborative engineering culture.
• Drive motor technology strategy, defining the roadmap for motor architectures across SharkNinja’s product portfolio including BLDC, universal, and switched reluctance motors.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance across end-to-end motor development from concept through prototype, validation, and production — working closely with motor manufacturers to ensure designs meet SharkNinja’s performance and quality requirements.
• Partner deeply with global motor suppliers to co-develop optimized motor solutions, driving detailed design collaboration, component optimization, and production readiness.
• Define and hold motor performance targets in partnership with cross-functional engineering teams — torque, speed, noise, vibration, efficiency, and thermal characteristics — aligned with product requirements.
• Conduct and guide advanced electromagnetic and electromechanical analysis in partnership with cross-functional engineering teams, including FEA and simulation for magnetic circuits and rotor/stator design.
• Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, controls, and firmware teams to ensure optimal motor integration, commutation algorithms, and drive efficiency.
• Guide motor material selection, including laminations, magnets, winding specifications, and insulation systems.
• Ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and scalability in partnership with suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Collaborate with airflow and mechanical design teams on system-level performance where fluid dynamics interact with motor behavior.
• Contribute to SharkNinja’s technology roadmap in motor and actuation systems, representing the motors function in senior leadership forums.

What You’ll Bring

• 15+ years of experience in motor design and development, ideally in consumer products, appliances, or electromechanical systems — with demonstrated experience in a technical leadership or management role.
• Proven people leadership skills — experience building, mentoring, and developing engineering teams.
• Expert-level understanding of electromagnetic theory, motor physics, and magnetic material properties.
• Hands-on experience with FEA tools (e.g., Maxwell, JMAG, Motor-CAD) for electromagnetic and thermal modeling.
• Strong background in electrical machine design, including stator winding, rotor dynamics, and torque ripple optimization.
• Deep knowledge of motor control principles, including sensorless and vector control, PWM techniques, and inverter systems.
• Extensive supplier partnership experience — driving detailed design collaboration, refinement, and production readiness with global motor suppliers.
• Experience working with Asian motor suppliers, particularly in managing design collaboration, communication, and development cycles across time zones and cultural contexts.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes for motors (stamping, winding, potting, balancing).
• Airflow and fluid-dynamics experience is highly advantageous.
• Proven cross-functional collaborator across mechanical, electrical, and firmware disciplines.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s or Ph.D. preferred with emphasis in electromagnetics or motor systems.

Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA.  There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career 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.

This role: As a key member of the Shark Electrical Engineering team, you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting the development and testing of next-generation Shark products. From circuit-level troubleshooting to lab-based validation and verification, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to refine electrical systems, test new components, and ensure our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Your work will directly contribute to turning bold ideas into trusted tools for consumers around the world. If you're technically curious, solution-oriented, and ready to make an impact from day one, we want to hear from you!

 Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

• Contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies that will power the next generation of Shark products
• Support senior engineers in designing and testing analog and digital circuits, including low-noise analog systems, microprocessors, A/D and D/A converters, and power supply architectures
• Assist with board bring-up, debugging, and validation of real-time embedded electronics
• Help develop and refine microprocessor-based control and communication platforms through simulation, analysis, prototyping, and hands-on lab testing
• Collaborate on cross-functional problem-solving to support released products and conduct failure analysis for field-reported issues
• Participate in technical reviews and contribute to design documentation, test plans, and technical reports
• Work closely with Mechanical Engineering, Marketing, and Product Testing teams to ensure electrical solutions align with product goals and user expectations
• Gain hands-on experience with real products, real challenges, and real impact in a fast-paced innovation environment

 ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• Education: Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program, or have graduated within the past year
• Must be an electrical engineering major
• Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
• Strong understanding of Bipolar and CMOS technologies; foundational knowledge in power electronics is preferred
• Able to quickly develop visual and physical representations of product functions and electrical layouts
• Combines creativity with technical expertise to generate innovative, real-world solutions
• Experience with electrical design tools such as LTSpice; familiarity with PCB design software like Altium is a plus
• Exposure to product-level testing including DC/AC performance, power consumption, BLDC motors, and EMC considerations is a bonus
• Prior internship or project experience in consumer electronics or small appliances is a strong asset
• Hands-on lab experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, SMUs); surface mount soldering skills are a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft 365; experience with Visual Basic programming is a plus
• Embodies SharkNinja's success drivers:
  • Rarely Satisfied – Adopt a “no delays” mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
  • Progress over Perfection - Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapts to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning
  • Details Make the Difference - Can coordinate timelines & deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency across all consumer-facing materials
  • Winning is a Team Sport - Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
  • Communicate for Impact - Strong communication skills - ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management

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!