Product Design Engineering Co-op Opportunities

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

5d•$27 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company focused on creating 5-star rated lifestyle solutions. The company operates under two brands, Shark and Ninja, and has a history of disruptive innovation. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, SharkNinja has over 4,100 employees and its products are sold worldwide. The company is building an AI-native culture, encouraging bold experimentation and the adoption of new tools. The Early Edge Experience program is designed for early career talent, offering valuable industry exposure, meaningful projects, professional development, and networking opportunities. This co-op role involves working on product innovation from concept to launch, with a focus on mechanical design, CAD modeling, prototyping, testing, and iteration. The co-op will collaborate with cross-functional teams including industrial design, electrical engineering, marketing, and manufacturing partners to develop robust, manufacturable, and user-centered solutions.

Requirements

Current student in a related bachelor's or master's or PhD program or has graduated from such a program 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.