Mechanical Engineer II

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 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Location: Needham, Mass
Experience Level: 1-3 years
Function: Research & Development
About the Role
Shark is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer II to join our R&D team and help develop the next generation of innovative consumer products. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, enjoys building products from the ground up, and approaches new technical challenges with curiosity, optimism, and grit.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design, prototyping, and development of new products from early concept through production

• Create and iterate mechanical and electromechanical designs, integrating motors, sensors, actuators, PCBs, and controls

• Build, test, and refine functional prototypes using in-house lab tools, rapid prototyping methods, and supplier support

• Collaborate closely with EE, Industrial Design, Product Development, New Product Development, and testing teams to deliver robust product solutions

• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for mechanical and system-level issues

• Translate product requirements into CAD models, drawings, tolerances, and specifications

• Support design validation, reliability testing, and design for manufacturability (DFM/DFA)

• Maintain a positive, solution-oriented mindset when tackling ambiguous or first-of-their-kind problems

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 1-3 years of industry experience in product development or R&D

• Strong hands-on prototyping experience, including building and testing physical hardware

• Solid understanding of electromechanical systems (motors, gearing, mechanisms, basic electronics integration)

• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or similar)

• Experience developing products from concept to production

• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, iterative environment with evolving requirements

• Demonstrated ability to approach new problems with energy, creativity, and a positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in consumer products, appliances, or high-volume manufacturing

• Familiarity with rapid prototyping methods (3D printing, machining, soft tooling)

• Experience working with simulation tools, e.g., CFD, FEA.

What We Value

• Builders and doers who love getting their hands dirty

• Engineers who see ambiguity as opportunity

• Strong collaborators with a "let's figure it out" mindset

• Passion for creating innovative, user-focused products

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.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 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.
Pay Range
$72,800-$143,800 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. Together, 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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