Vice President of Electrical Engineering

Shark Ninja Operating • Needham, MA

248d

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 3,300+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Electrical Engineering to lead one of our electrical engineering teams in the design, development, and production of consumer products. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in power electronics, embedded systems, and high-volume manufacturing, with a strong track record of delivering scalable, high-performance solutions from concept to mass production.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in power electronics, including power conversion, battery systems, and motor control.
• Strong background in embedded systems design, including microcontrollers, firmware, and real-time operating systems.
• Proven experience in high-volume consumer product development from concept to mass production.
• Deep understanding of DFM, DFT, and regulatory compliance for consumer electronics.
• Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the electrical engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives and product strategy.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership in power electronics, embedded systems, and electrical design for consumer products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product development, industrial design, R&D, mechanical engineering and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and product success.
• Drive continuous improvement in electrical design, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Oversee the design, development, and validation of electrical systems for consumer electronics, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., UL, FCC, CE, IEC).
• Lead the selection and integration of power electronics, including power conversion, motor control, and energy-efficient architectures.
• Ensure the reliability and scalability of embedded system architectures.
• Guide the development of schematics, PCB layouts, and circuit simulations, ensuring robust design practices.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to optimize DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Testability) for high-volume production.
• Partner with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and fabrication partners to drive cost-effective, high-quality production.
• Implement design validation testing (DVT) processes to ensure product reliability and quality.
• Build and mentor a high-performing electrical engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and excellence.
• Provide technical mentorship and career development opportunities for engineers at all levels.

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Employee stock purchase options
• Wellness programs
• SharkNinja product discounts
• High impact Learning Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree