Test Engineer - APAC

SharkNinja, Inc.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase program

Wellness programs

Product discounts

Job summary

SharkNinja, Inc. in Needham, MA is seeking a detail-oriented, passionate individual to join our New Product Quality Team.

You will drive continuous improvement across product and process quality, working with Engineering, Customer Experience, Marketing, and Supply Chain to ensure products meet consumer expectations pre- and post-launch. You will analyze complaints, coordinate corrective actions, and lead data-driven quality initiatives to deliver a five-star user experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality, Product Development, Human Factors Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in consumer goods or fast-paced product environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, report writing, and presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Deep understanding of product development lifecycles, CAPA, and design control.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer complaints and field failures to identify root causes and lead corrective actions.
• Act as the voice of the customer, coordinating and tracking actions and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement by reducing non-conformances and defining success metrics.
• Collaborate with suppliers on 8D responses and corrective actions.
• Participate in DFMEA and safety reviews to meet quality requirements.
• Monitor consumer experience to identify performance trends and detractors.
• Partner with Customer Excellence to track sentiment and product reception.
• Lead cross-functional issue tracker meetings and ensure accountability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Root-cause analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Project management

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality, Product Development, Human Factors Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

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.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, passionate, and dynamic individual to join our New Product Quality Team. In this critical role, you’ll leverage data and consumer insights to drive continuous improvement across product and process quality. Working cross-functionally with Engineering, Customer Experience, Marketing, Supply Chain, Creative, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, and Executive Leadership, you will play a central role in ensuring our products meet and exceed consumer expectations pre and post-launch.

This is a rare opportunity to experience unparalleled collaboration and visibility across the organization while making a meaningful impact on product performance and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer complaints and field failures to identify root causes and lead actionable engineering or customer-facing initiatives.
• Act as the voice of the customer, coordinating and tracking corrective actions, follow-ups, and detailed reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts by reducing and preventing non-conformances, while defining metrics to evaluate success.
• Collaborate with suppliers on 8D responses and corrective actions, supporting investigation reports and resolution updates.
• Participate in design reviews (DFMEA, safety reviews), ensuring all quality requirements are met across documentation and manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and analyze macro-level consumer experience to identify product performance trends and experience detractors.
• Partner with the Customer Excellence team to track consumer sentiment and field reception of products.
• Lead cross-functional issue tracker meetings, delegate actions, and maintain accountability across teams.
• Evaluate engineering changes (ECNs) to ensure they do not negatively impact product quality.
• Track and manage digital escalations, providing clear, accurate customer-facing responses.
• Own product health reporting and drive enhancements toward a five-star user experience through iterative design improvements.
• Proactively seek process efficiencies to maximize team effectiveness and impact.
• Act as a product expert across cross-functional teams, addressing concerns and providing guidance.
• Regularly present updates, insights, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality, Product Development, Human Factors Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience, ideally within consumer goods or a fast-paced product environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities with a high level of organization and independence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations.
• Highly collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change, influence cross-functional teams, and lead initiatives.
• Solid understanding of:
  • Product development lifecycles
  • Design and document change control
  • CAPA processes
  • Manufacturing and process control methodologies
  • Verification and validation procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with SharePoint is a plus.
• Strong business acumen with an external focus – customer-centric mindset and awareness of industry trends.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

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.

$58,500 — $110,600 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.

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Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary

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