Mechanical Engineer II - Heated Indoor R&D

About the role

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. 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.

Responsibilities

• Own products from early concept through production - design, prototype, test, iterate, ship
• Design electromechanical systems that integrate motors, sensors, actuators, PCBs, and controls
• Build hands-on prototypes using in-house lab tools, rapid prototyping, and supplier support
• Dig into root-cause analysis and troubleshoot mechanical and system-level issues directly
• Translate product requirements into CAD models, drawings, tolerances, and specs
• Work shoulder-to-shoulder with EE, ID, NPD, and testing teams from day one
• Run design validation, reliability testing, and DFM/DFA reviews
• What you bring
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field, plus 1-3 years in product development or R&D
• Real hands-on prototyping experience - you've built and tested physical hardware
• Solid grasp of electromechanical systems (motors, gearing, mechanisms, basic electronics)
• Proficiency in 3D CAD - SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or similar
• Experience taking a product from concept to production
• Comfort with fast-moving, iterative environments where requirements evolve
• Energy and creativity when facing problems no one has solved before

Requirements

• Consumer products, appliances, or high-volume manufacturing experience
• Rapid prototyping methods - 3D printing, machining, soft tooling
• FEA / CFD simulation tools
• 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.
• Pay Range
• $78,000 - $115,000 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.

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