Mechanical Engineer II - Haircare

Sharkninja; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

SharkNinja in Needham, MA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to drive idea generation and product development from concept through manufacturing. You will design and prototype new haircare products, collaborating with R&D, ID, Marketing and Quality to scale concepts to mass production.

The role requires 3–5+ years in product design, CAD proficiency, and hands-on prototyping. You’ll join an AI-native culture that values bold experimentation and practical impact.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
• 3–5+ years in product design and development, working within cost and manufacturing limitations
• Solid understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid flow
• CAD proficiency in ProE/Creo or SolidWorks
• Proven familiarity with production processes such as injection molding and sheet metal forming, plus prototyping techniques such as 3D printing
• An engineering portfolio showing examples of prior design work is recommended

Responsibilities

• Drive the engineering design and development of cutting-edge products
• Design and build prototypes for internal review, testing, and consumer validation
• Independently identify and solve a broad range of problems using an analytical approach
• Lead cross-functional brainstorming sessions and encourage out-of-the-box thinking
• Lead peer design reviews — think critically about new product concepts and ask the provocative questions that drive positive change
• Collaborate with and influence R&D, ID, Marketing, and Quality to develop our next generation of products
• Design and execute DOEs to build a first-principles understanding of key variables
• Create test protocols per SharkNinja specifications, generate test reports, and proactively communicate testing status
• Review and interpret test results, then recommend product improvements
• Tear down, debug, and analyze electro-mechanical small appliances
• Research new technologies and stay current on what's possible for future products
• Champion new ideas from concept to finish with out-of-the-box engineering solutions
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to define, design, build, and test new products across the full lifecycle, from initial conception to mass production
• Explore and source materials, vendors, and components
• Build and troubleshoot prototypes independently, mentoring junior engineers as needed

Skills

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Product design

Prototyping

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD ProE/Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

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.

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.

Mechanical Engineer II - Haircare
New Product Development · Needham, MA

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 — engineers who make things they love. We're looking for a self-driven Mechanical Engineer II to join our team.

The role

You’ll drive idea generation and product development from concept through implementation, directly responsible for designing the new ideas and technologies that push New Product Development forward. We’re after a versatile engineer with a proven ability to turn concepts into scalable products — a champion of design engineering who thrives on architecting innovative products and has taken them hands-on all the way through manufacturing.

What you’ll do

• Drive the engineering design and development of cutting-edge products
• Design and build prototypes for internal review, testing, and consumer validation
• Independently identify and solve a broad range of problems using an analytical approach
• Lead cross-functional brainstorming sessions and encourage out-of-the-box thinking
• Lead peer design reviews — think critically about new product concepts and ask the provocative questions that drive positive change
• Collaborate with and influence R&D, ID, Marketing, and Quality to develop our next generation of products
• Design and execute DOEs to build a first-principles understanding of key variables
• Create test protocols per SharkNinja specifications, generate test reports, and proactively communicate testing status
• Review and interpret test results, then recommend product improvements
• Tear down, debug, and analyze electro-mechanical small appliances
• Research new technologies and stay current on what's possible for future products
• Champion new ideas from concept to finish with out-of-the-box engineering solutions
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to define, design, build, and test new products across the full lifecycle, from initial conception to mass production
• Explore and source materials, vendors, and components
• Build and troubleshoot prototypes independently, mentoring junior engineers as needed

What you bring

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
• 3–5+ years in product design and development, working within cost and manufacturing limitations
• Solid understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid flow
• CAD proficiency in ProE/Creo or SolidWorks
• Proven familiarity with production processes such as injection molding and sheet metal forming, plus prototyping techniques such as 3D printing
• An engineering portfolio showing examples of prior design work is recommended

Nice to have

• Demonstrated experience in the detailed design of consumer products
• Solid understanding of mass production manufacturing techniques for plastic and sheet metal components
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a relentless drive to find potential problems and own their resolution
• Familiarity with electro-mechanical assemblies: motors, heating elements, sensors, PCBAs, buttons
• Hands-on experience with machine shop equipment
• Strong fabrication skills, comfort with hand tools, and the ability to prototype quickly
• Flexibility — you enjoy switching gears and thrive in an extremely fast-paced environment
• A desire to shape the cutting-edge consumer appliances on store shelves by driving how those products function
• Ability to travel globally, including trips to China and the UK
• A passion for cooking and food is a plus

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.

• 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

Pay Range

$76,500 - $118,000 USD

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.

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]