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

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

2h•$17 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

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. Work Period: July 2026 through December 2026 Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position. Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career talent. Geared toward impact. Driven by speed. Whether you're in a co-op or internship, our early talent program is designed to provide valuable exposure to the industry and a fast-paced professional environment. You’ll dive into meaningful projects and tasks that sharpen your skills and deepen your knowledge. Along the way, you’ll benefit from professional development opportunities, community events, and connections that make your experience well-rounded and enriching. Your time with us will culminate in an opportunity to showcase your contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders because this is a program for those ready to shape what’s next — fast. This role: As a Product Design Engineering Co-op on the Shark team, you will join a passionate team of product innovators driving Shark products from early concept through market launch. This design engineering role is ideal for someone who loves to sketch, model in CAD, build, test, and iterate, with the consumer always at the center of every decision. You will be hands-on with mechanical design, developing and refining concepts into robust, manufacturable solutions. Working across the full product lifecycle, you will collaborate closely with industrial design, electrical engineering, marketing, and manufacturing partners to transform insights into elegant, viable, and exciting products. If you are a creative thinker, curious builder, and motivated problem solver who enjoys turning real-world challenges into tangible design solutions, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s 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
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, is a plus
Experience with rapid prototyping platforms such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar development kits is advantageous

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