Spring 2027: Mechanical Engineering Co-op, Ninja (January to June)

Location: Needham, MA, United States Department: 10200 - Engineering R&D

About Us

SharkNinja 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 SharkNinja 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 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.

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 DAYS per week onsite in Needham, MA.  There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

Compensation Range: Ranges from $30/hr - $36/hr. Specific compensation is set according to a standardized scale aligned with your educational level at the time of hire.

Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career 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: Are you passionate about engineering bold solutions that improve everyday life? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where hands-on problem-solving meets next-generation technology? Are you excited to help design and develop products that lead the way in areas like home tech, personal care, and beauty? If so, we invite you to explore the Mechanical Engineering Co-op, Shark opportunity at SharkNinja.

As a Mechanical Engineering Co-op, Shark, you’ll work alongside a world-class team of engineers to create breakthrough innovations across categories like floorcare, air purification, garment care, and beauty, from high-powered vacuums and steam mops to next-generation hair dryers and stylers. You’ll gain hands-on experience throughout the full product lifecycle: prototyping, testing, refining, and delivering products that combine powerful performance, user-centric design, and unmatched reliability.

If you're passionate about smart engineering, helping consumers feel confident in their homes and themselves, and want to shape the future of how people clean and care, we want to hear from you.

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

Contribute to the concepting and development of next-gen Shark products by brainstorming, sketching, and prototyping bold ideas

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, designers, and product managers to explore innovative solutions to real-world consumer challenges

Build, test, and iterate prototypes and lab rigs while gaining hands-on experience in validating performance, usability, and reliability

Analyze data from testing and consumer feedback to inform design decisions and optimize product functionality

Participate in technical deep-dives and design reviews to uncover root causes of challenges and propose creative, practical solutions

Take ownership of engineering tasks with increasing complexity, gaining exposure to materials, mechanisms, manufacturing, and mass production considerations

Support design feasibility analysis, CAD modeling, and technical documentation alongside experienced engineers

Dive into the "why" behind the product, understanding the user journey and driving innovations that surprise and delight

Learn from failure, move fast, and iterate with purpose as you help bring never-been-done ideas to life at the speed of a startup backed by the muscle of a global brand

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS

Education: Current student in a related bachelor's or master’s or PhD program or has graduated from such a program within the past year.

Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 DAYS per week onsite in Needham, MA.

Strong understanding of mechanical engineering/physics fundamentals including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design.

Solid analytical skills, attention to detail, and relentless drive to identify potential problems and take responsibility for their resolution.

Intellectual 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 clearly, effectively, and concisely.

Comfortable multitasking and responding quickly to shifting priorities without losing sight of longer-term projects.

Passionate about product design & function.

Exposure to CAD program (ideally SolidWorks or Creo) and/or 3D printing/laser cutting.

Experience with hands-on prototype development in plastic and metal including using basic machine shop tools.

Familiarity with electronics (analog/digital), test equipment, and components common in