Engineering Manager

Ninjakitchen; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase options

Wellness programs

Product discounts

Learning programs

Job summary

SharkNinja, a global product design and technology company, seeks an Engineering Manager to lead a new generation of innovative products across Shark & Ninja ranges. You will bring technical substance and inspire teams to deliver credible market solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on prototyping, CAD reviews, and cross-functional collaboration to drive manufacturing-ready designs. You will mentor A-players and own designs from concept to production, contributing to a fast-paced, diverse

Qualifications

• Typically 7–10 years proven experience in Mechanical/Product Design environments.
• Degree-level technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Design.
• Experience leading CAD reviews and design reviews.
• Experience building prototypes and lab testing.
• Strong ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead design studies to solve technical or consumer issues in product development.
• Own the designs from conception through CAD execution, prototyping and verification.
• Develop and coach a team of high-performers to reach their potential.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to move ideas into production.
• Ensure designs meet cost, manufacturing, and quality targets.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

CAD reviews

Cross-functional collaboration

Prototype development

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Product Design

Industrial Design Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

About Us

SharkNinjais a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeople’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowedSharkNinjato enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than4,100associates, 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.

Engineering Manager

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.

Summary of Position

We are looking for an Engineering Manager to help us build a new generation of innovative products across our Shark & Ninja ranges. We thrive on designing great products that delight our customers. You will bring technical substance and inspiration to our creative efforts to deliver credible solution to the market.

Role Functions:

• Leads team to carry out design studies (independently and in teams) to solve technical or consumer issues found in the development of a product.


• Successfully develops team of A-players, helping them to reach their full potential.


• Takes overall ownership of designs through conception, CAD execution, prototyping and verification, whilst consistently working at pace & successfully develops team to do the same.


• Continuously evaluates and improves designs for cost efficiency, manufacturing improvements, increased quality and value to consumers.


• Applies sound engineering/ product design standards to deliver real solutions.


• Applies understanding & experience of high-volume manufacturing processes and materials to optimize designs.


• Communicates effectively and professionally with colleagues.


• Collaborates seamlessly with our multi-functional teams and executive teams to ensure that great ideas make it through to production.

Requirements

• Degree level technical qualification, ideally Mechanical Engineering, Product Design or Industrial Design Engineering.


• Typically 2+ years people management experience.


• Typically 7-10 years proven experience in Mechanical/ Product Design/ Industrial Design environment.


• Team management experience


• Experience in the consumer goods household appliance space desirable


• Experience in plastic manufacturing processes


• Experience of delivering real world products to market


• Uses Solidworks or Creo to a high level, demonstrable experience leading CAD reviews


• Can motivate your team to identify, solve, implement and verify technical solutions autonomously.


• Can effectively manage the “hands-on” - building of prototypes, product testing in the lab, developing and reporting.


• Flexible and collaborative- these are key to success at SharkNinja.


• Positive, driving attitude with an inquisitive nature.


• Appreciation for electrical engineering, software and UX design helpful but not essential.

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. To gether, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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:

Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary

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Equal Opportunity / Diversity statement

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 [e-mail]