Fall 2026: Product Design Engineering Co-op, Advanced Development (July/August to December)
About The Position
This Product Design Engineering Co-op, Advanced Development role operates at the intersection of industrial design and mechanical engineering. The co-op will take ownership of open-ended design problems and contribute directly to early-stage product development for Shark and Ninja brands. The role emphasizes real-world engineering rigor paired with strong design thinking, offering hands-on experience from concept ideation through rapid prototyping, user testing, and iterative refinement based on technical and consumer feedback. The co-op is expected to think broadly, move quickly, and translate ambiguous user needs into feasible, high-impact design solutions.
Requirements
- Current student in their third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, currently enrolled in a master’s program, or within one year of graduation
- Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days a week onsite in Needham, MA
- Has an academic focus on Industrial Design, Product Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with classes in industrial design, or a related field
- Enthusiastic about user-centered product design, form, and function
- Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhino) and basic prototyping tools including 3D printing
- Hands-on experience building physical prototypes in various materials (e.g., plastic, metal) and familiarity with machine shop equipment
- Strong communicator who can convey ideas, concepts, and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong intuition for mechanical engineering and physics principles, with an emphasis on applying this in product design, ergonomics, and human-centered engineering
- Analytical and detail-oriented, with a creative approach to identifying and addressing potential issues
- Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, a hands-on attitude, and commitment to developing elegant, innovative solutions that balance technical and user-focused design principles
- Skilled at juggling multiple projects, with flexibility to pivot as needed while keeping sight of broader design objectives
Nice To Haves
- Basic understanding of electronics and components commonly used in small appliances (motors, sensors, PCBAs) is desirable
- Experience with rapid prototyping tools like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other developer kits is a plus
Responsibilities
- Generate new product concepts with a user-centered approach, focusing on ergonomics, aesthetics, and functional innovation
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define solutions that meet functional requirements while enhancing the user experience
- Lead and participate in design studies to solve technical and user-experience challenges
- Build and test quick turnaround, low fidelity prototypes, and be able to build key findings on user testing with them
- Approach everyday design challenges with curiosity and resilience, driven to rethink and innovate
Benefits
- medical insurance
- health savings account (HSA) with company contribution
- sick time
- company holidays
- employee product discount
- product testing opportunities
- referral bonuses
- competitive health insurance
- retirement plans
- paid time off
- employee stock purchase options
- wellness programs
- SharkNinja product discounts
- Learning Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
