Spring 2027: Product Design Engineering Co-op, Advanced Development (January to June)

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

14h•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

SharkNinja is seeking an ambitious, creative Product Design Engineering Co-op for its Advanced Development teams. The role sits at the intersection of industrial design and mechanical engineering, contributing to the ideation and development of the next generation of user-centered products for the Shark and Ninja brands. The work involves translating open-ended, real-world challenges into meaningful product solutions, balancing industrial design thinking with mechanical engineering skills. The successful candidate will be comfortable developing concepts, creating quick user-focused prototypes, and iterating designs based on user testing and technical feedback. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and onsite five days per week in Needham, Massachusetts. The co-op runs January through June 2027. No relocation or housing assistance is provided. SharkNinja’s Early Edge Experience provides early-career participants with meaningful projects, professional development opportunities, community events, and connections across the company. Participants will have the opportunity to present their contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders.

Requirements

Be a current student in the third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, currently enrolled in a master’s program, or have graduated from either program within the past year.
Be able to work full-time, 40 hours per week, onsite five days a week in Needham, Massachusetts.
Have an academic focus in Industrial Design, Product Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with industrial design coursework, or a related field.
Have enthusiasm for user-centered product design, form, and function.
Have experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhino, and basic prototyping tools including 3D printing.
Have hands-on experience building physical prototypes from materials such as plastic or metal, and familiarity with machine shop equipment.
Be a strong communicator who can effectively convey ideas, concepts, and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.
Have strong intuition for mechanical engineering and physics principles, especially as applied to product design, ergonomics, and human-centered engineering.
Be analytical and detail-oriented, with a creative approach to identifying and addressing potential issues.
Demonstrate intellectual curiosity, a hands-on attitude, and commitment to developing elegant solutions that balance technical and user-focused design principles.
Be skilled at managing multiple projects and adapting as needed while keeping broader design objectives in view.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of electronics and components commonly used in small appliances, such as motors, sensors, and PCBAs.
Experience with rapid prototyping tools such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other developer kits.

Responsibilities

Generate new product concepts using a user-centered approach, with attention to ergonomics, aesthetics, and functional innovation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define solutions that satisfy functional requirements and enhance user experience.
Lead and participate in design studies addressing technical and user-experience challenges.
Build and test quick-turnaround, low-fidelity prototypes and use user-testing findings to inform design iterations.
Approach everyday design challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking opportunities to rethink and innovate.