Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer

About Us Shark Ninja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed Shark Ninja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains.

Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. AI at Shark Ninja At Shark Ninja, 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.

Shark Ninja 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 Engineering5+ 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 Solid Works 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 Shark Ninja, 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 t We Offer We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, Shark Ninja 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. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.  At Shark Ninja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens Shark Ninja’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 Shark Ninja DNA. Learn more about us:
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