Principal Electrical Engineer

About Us

Shark Ninja a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively influence 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.

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer, Electrical Engineering to serve as a technical leader within our electronics organization. This role is ideal for a hands‑on expert who leads through influence, deep expertise, and ownership of complex systems

You will play a critical role in shaping electrical and embedded system architecture, driving engineering excellence, and guiding cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative consumer products from concept through high‑volume production. This position requires a strong voice in technical decision‑making, the ability to mentor informally, and a passion for building robust, scalable designs.

• Own and drive system‑level architecture for electrical and embedded designs across multiple product programs.
• Technical authority in power electronics and embedded systems
  , guiding design decisions and trade‑offs.
• Lead by influence across cross‑functional teams (ME, , Product, Manufacturing), ensuring alignment and strong execution.
• Drive engineering rigor and best practices in schematic design, PCB layout, firmware integration, and validation.
• Lead design reviews and technical deep dives
  , challenging assumptions and raising the bar for quality and innovation.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to engineers through collaboration, design reviews, and technical coaching.
• Identify risks early and drive resolution
  , ensuring product performance, reliability, and compliance.
• Champion DFM/DFT and scalable design principles
  , working closely with manufacturing and suppliers.

• Design and develop consumer product electronics from concept through production and sustaining support.
• Contribute directly through schematic capture and PCB design oversight
  .
• Support DVT, EMC, and regulatory compliance (UL, FCC, CE, IEC).
• Collaborate with Product Marketing and cross‑functional teams to translate requirements into robust technical solutions
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• Lead prototype development, testing, and validation
  , including interpretation of results and design iteration.
• Support field issue investigation and root cause analysis
  , driving continuous product improvement.
• Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective implementations
  .

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a strong track record at the senior/principal level.
• Deep expertise in power electronics (AC/DC, motor control, thermal systems) and embedded systems design
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• Strong experience in analog and digital design
  , including schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Proven ability to lead complex programs through influence, not authority.
• Experience delivering high‑volume consumer products from concept to production.
• Strong understanding of DFM, DFT, and regulatory compliance
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• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills, with the ability to drive clarity across teams
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• Set the technical bar for the organization through your work and decision‑making.
• Influence outcomes across teams through credibility and expertise.
• Mentor by doing
  , elevating others through collaboration and feedback.
• Drive alignment in ambiguity
  , helping teams converge on the right solutions.
• Own critical decisions and outcomes
  , ensuring successful product delivery.

This role is perfect for someone who wants to stay deeply hands‑on while operating at a leadership level, shaping products, influencing teams, and…