Spring 2027: Mechanical Systems Engineering Co-op, Ninja (January to June)

The role

You will gain hands-on experience across the full mechanical product lifecycle. You will work on complex mechanical systems including system architecture, component design, prototyping, testing, and validation.

What you will do

• Contribute to concept development by generating, evaluating, and prototyping mechanical system concepts and architectures
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers, industrial designers and product managers
• Build, test, and iterate mechanical prototypes, subsystems, and lab rigs
• Analyze test data to identify trends and inform design improvements
• Participate in technical design reviews and failure analysis discussions
• Take ownership of defined mechanical engineering tasks
• Support design feasibility studies, CAD modeling, system layouts, and technical documentation
• Develop a systems-level understanding of how components interact within the full product
• Apply iterative engineering principles to refine mechanical systems

Required qualifications

• Current student in a related bachelor's or master’s program, or has graduated from such a program within the past year
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design
• Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks and or Creo
• Hands-on experience building and modifying prototypes in plastic and metal using basic machine shop tools
• Demonstrated analytical skills, attention to detail, and ownership mindset
• Intellectual curiosity and first-principles thinking
• Willingness to engage directly in hands-on development, assembly, and testing activities
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely
• Passion for mechanical product design, system functionality, and performance
• Exposure to rapid prototyping methods such as 3D printing and laser cutting
• Familiarity with basic electronics and components commonly used in electromechanical systems, including motors, sensors, heaters, and PCBAs
• Ability to independently identify, implement, and validate technical solutions while collaborating effectively within a team environment

Benefits

• medical insurance
• health savings account (HSA) with company contribution
• sick time
• company holidays
• employee product discount
• product testing opportunities
• referral bonuses
• retirement plans
• paid time off
• employee stock purchase options
• wellness programs

About the company

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of lifestyle solutions. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, the company has more than 4,100 associates.