Fall 2026: Product Design Engineering Co-op, Ninja (July to December)

The Fall 2026: Product Design Engineering Co-op, Ninja (July to December) role at SharkNinja involves developing and refining new product concepts using a user-centered approach, collaborating with cross-functional partners, and building, testing, and iterating prototypes. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with CAD software, basic prototyping tools, and a solid understanding of mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program, or have graduated within the past year
• Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days onsite in Needham, MA
• Must have strong experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhino)
• Must have strong experience using basic prototyping tools (3D printing, shop competency)
• Strong communicator able to clearly convey ideas, design intent, and technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Solid intuition for mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals, with the ability to apply these principles to product design, ergonomics, and human-centered engineering challenges
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a creative mindset for identifying risks, solving problems, and refining designs throughout development
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities, with the flexibility to adapt as requirements evolve while maintaining focus on overall design objectives
• Passionate about user-centered product design, with an appreciation for the relationship between form, function, and performance
• Hands-on experience building physical prototypes using a range of materials such as plastics and metals, with familiarity working in machine shop or lab environments
• Basic understanding of electronics and components commonly used in small appliances, including motors, sensors, and PCBAs, is a plus
• Experience with rapid prototyping platforms such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar development kits is advantageous

Benefits

• medical insurance
• health savings account (HSA) with company contribution
• sick time
• company holidays
• employee product discount
• product testing opportunities
• referral bonuses