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

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

3d•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

This Product Design Engineering Co-op role on the Shark team involves joining a passionate group of product innovators who drive Shark products from initial concept through market launch. This design engineering position is suited for individuals who enjoy sketching, CAD modeling, building, testing, and iterating, with a constant focus on the consumer. The role requires hands-on mechanical design work, developing and refining concepts into robust, manufacturable solutions. The co-op will work across the full product lifecycle, collaborating with industrial design, electrical engineering, marketing, and manufacturing partners to transform insights into elegant, viable, and exciting products. It is ideal for creative thinkers, curious builders, and motivated problem solvers who enjoy turning real-world challenges into tangible design solutions.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program, or have graduated within the past year.
Able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days onsite in Needham, MA.
Strong experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhino).
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.
Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, a hands-on approach, and a commitment to developing elegant, innovative solutions that balance technical rigor with user needs.
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.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of electronics and components commonly used in small appliances, including motors, sensors, and PCBAs.
Experience with rapid prototyping platforms such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar development kits.

Responsibilities

Develop and refine new product concepts using a user-centered approach, balancing ergonomics, performance, manufacturability, and mechanical feasibility.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to translate established concepts into functional, consumer-ready solutions.
Lead and contribute to design studies and technical investigations to resolve mechanical, usability, and performance challenges.
Build, test, and iterate quick-turn, low-fidelity prototypes, using hands-on experimentation and user testing to inform design decisions.
Approach everyday engineering and design challenges with curiosity and resilience, continuously refining solutions to drive innovation and product excellence.