Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer

Jackalope Digital LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase options

Wellness programs

Job summary

SharkNinja is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer to join our Systems Engineering group. You’ll identify key system-level requirements, prototype and test to fill gaps, and align with cross-functional teams as projects evolve.

You’ll lead electro-mechanical design efforts, develop proof-of-concept prototypes, and guide engineering, electrical, and marketing teams on tradeoffs within complex products sold globally. Strong hands-on testing is essential.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of electro-mechanical systems engineering experience.
• Experience programming microcontrollers: reading sensors and controlling actuators.
• 3D CAD modeling in CREO or SolidWorks preferred.
• Familiar with 3D printing and injection molding processes.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering and DFM manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Define system functions and requirements across disciplines.
• Build proof-of-concept prototypes with microcontrollers and 3D-printed designs.
• Guide engineering, electrical, and marketing teams on tradeoffs in complex products.
• Develop unique design solutions for SharkNinja products sold globally.
• Define, design, build, and test new products across the full lifecycle.
• Work hands-on in the lab to evaluate prototypes and production systems.
• Interpret test results and feed findings back into product improvements.

Skills

Electromechanical systems

Microcontroller programming

3D CAD modeling

DFM manufacturing

Prototype testing

Lab work / hands-on

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CREO

SolidWorks

3D printing

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.

SharkNinja is looking for an enthusiastic Mechanical Systems Engineer to join the Systems Engineering group within Shark & Ninja Engineering. You'll identify key system-level requirements, prototype and test to fill gaps where requirements are unclear, align with cross-functional teams, and iterate as projects evolve through development.

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

• Drive product definition by communicating system functions and requirements across disciplines
• Build proof-of-concept prototypes with microcontrollers and 3D-printed designs to shape early product direction
• Guide engineering, electrical, and marketing teams on tradeoffs within complex thermal and electromechanical products
• Develop unique product design solutions for Shark & Ninja products sold globally
• Define, design, build, and test new products across the full lifecycle within a multi-disciplinary team
• Work hands-on in the lab to evaluate, test, and fix design prototypes and production systems
• Interpret test results and feed findings back into product improvement

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in electro-mechanical systems engineering
• Experience programming microcontrollers — reading sensor data and controlling actuators (motors, LEDs)
• 3D CAD modeling experience (CREO or SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiarity with 3D printing and production processes such as injection molding
• Strong grasp of mechanical engineering fundamentals and DFM manufacturing techniques

Preferred: Experience designing/testing consumer products, electromechanical devices, or small appliances; strong analytical skills and ownership of problem resolution; hands-on machine shop/fabrication skills; electronics (analog/digital) and test equipment knowledge; comfort working fast-paced and switching gears; passion for great products.

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.

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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