Spring 2027: Mechanical Engineering Co-op, Wearable and Biomedical Devices (January to June)

SharkNinja; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA with company contribution

Employee product discounts

Job summary

SharkNinja invites students to join our Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op in Needham, MA. You will contribute to wearable and biomedical device projects, supporting prototyping, testing, data analysis, and design refinement in a fast-paced, health-focused environment.

You'll work with sensors, embedded hardware, and data-driven design, gaining exposure to cross-functional teams while balancing performance, usability, and reliability in real-world applications.

Qualifications

• Current student in a related bachelor's, master's, or doctorate program, or recent graduate within the past year.
• Coursework or project experience in biomechanics, signal processing, or control systems.
• Must be able to work full-time, 40 hours per week onsite in Needham, MA.
• Familiarity with physiological signals (PPG, EMG, temperature, motion, impedance) and basic signal processing concepts.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB and/or Python for data analysis, visualization, and algorithm development.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering/physics fundamentals including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design.
• Understanding of medical device design principles, including safety, usability, and reliability.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support research and exploration of wearable/biomedical product opportunities within the Shark skincare space.
• Apply biomechanics, signal processing, or control systems to engineering challenges.
• Support collection, interpretation, and analysis of physiological data to inform design decisions.
• Work with sensor-enabled systems and data acquisition platforms to evaluate functionality.
• Use MATLAB and Python to analyze data and visualize trends.
• Participate in design discussions and reviews, focusing on safety, usability, and reliability.
• Gain exposure to skin-contact materials and body-worn devices, emphasizing user comfort and performance.
• Collaborate across engineers, designers, and product partners to align technical insights with user needs.
• Develop understanding of the user journey and data-driven design in health-focused products.

Skills

Biomechanics

Signal processing

Control systems

MATLAB

Python

Mechanical fundamentals

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD student or recent graduate

Tools

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Data acquisition platforms

Job description

Spring 2027: Mechanical Engineering Co-op, Wearable and Biomedical Devices (January to June)

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.

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.

Fall 2026: Mechanical Engineering Co-op, Wearable and Biomedical Devices (January through June)

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a minimum of 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 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 Mechanical Engineering Co-op on the Wearable and Biomedical Devices team, you will work alongside engineers developing wearable, biosensing, and medical device technologies within our Shark skincare space. You will support prototyping, testing, data analysis, and refinement of devices that integrate sensors, embedded hardware, and user-centered design, including systems that measure physiological signals such as PPG, EMG, temperature, motion, and impedance. Across the full product lifecycle, from concept through validation, you will apply engineering fundamentals to real-world health and wellness challenges and collaborate across disciplines to balance performance, usability, and reliability.

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

• Support research, ideation, and exploration of wearable and biomedical product opportunities within the Shark skincare space (like Shark CryoGlow)
• Apply knowledge of biomechanics, signal processing, or control systems to real-world engineering challenges
• Support the collection, interpretation, and analysis of physiological and system-level data to inform design and performance decisions
• Work with sensor-enabled systems and data acquisition platforms to help evaluate functionality and user experience
• Use MATLAB and or Python to analyze data, visualize trends, and support the development of analytical tools and models
• Participate in design discussions and technical reviews, considering principles of safety, usability, and reliability throughout development
• Gain exposure to materials and components intended for skin-contact and body-worn applications, with an emphasis on user comfort and performance
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, designers, and product partners to align technical insights with user needs
• Develop an understanding of the user journey and the role of data-driven design in creating intuitive, trustworthy health-focused products

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• Education: Current student in a related bachelor's, master's, or doctorate program, or has graduated from such a program within the past year
• Coursework or project experience in biomechanics, signal processing, or control systems
• Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
• Familiarity with physiological signals (e.g., PPG, EMG, temperature, motion, impedance) and basic signal processing concepts
• Working knowledge of MATLAB and/or Python for data analysis, visualization, and algorithm development
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering/physics fundamentals including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design
• Understanding of medical device design principles, including safety, usability, and reliability
• Solid analytical skills, attention to detail, and relentless drive to identify potential problems and take responsibility for their resolutionIntellectual curiosity and creativity, strong first principles thinking, positive can-do attitude, and proven ability to deliver robust, elegant, and innovative solutions to complex design challenges
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and dive into hands-on development and testing workstreams
• Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues , effectively, and concisely
• Comfortable multitasking and responding quickly to shifting priorities without losing sight of longer-term projects
• Can identify, solve, implement and verify technical solutions autonomously and as part of a team
• "Hands-on" experimental testing of some sort, either in the workshop or in a science context
• Experience with Developer kits such as Python, Arduino, Raspberry Pi is desirable
• Experience with biocompatible materials, electrodes, or skin-contact sensors is preferred
• 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

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!

Salary and Other Compensation: The hourly 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, health savings account (HSA) with company contribution, sick time, company holidays, employee product discount, product testing opportunities, referral bonuses, and more.

Hourly Pay Range

$27 - $40 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]