Spring 2027: Quality Engineering Co-op, Shark (January through June)

The role

You will perform failure analysis on mechanical and electrical failures by tearing down consumer-returned units. You will also analyze consumer complaints, recreate failures in a lab, and document findings using structured problem-solving tools.

What you will do

• Tear down consumer-returned units and perform failure analysis on mechanical and electrical failures.
• Analyze consumer complaints from call center data and web reviews using Power BI.
• Recreate consumer-reported failures in the lab by running products for extended periods.
• Use reproduced failures to help improve test methods for future programs.
• Document findings and root cause in Jira tickets using 5 Why, 8D, and fishbone diagrams.
• Present findings to PI, engineering, PD, and process quality partners and leaders.

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, or a related engineering field, second year or beyond.
• Hands-on mechanical or electrical aptitude (disassembly, use of hand tools, basic multimeter or measurement skills).
• Working knowledge of data analysis (Excel required).
• Comfort with, and patience for, repetitive lab work.
• Curiosity and structured thinking.
• Clear written communication, with careful and consistent documentation.
• A 100% on consumer-first perspective.

Nice to have

• Power BI or similar tools
• Experience with 5 Why, 8D, fishbone, or other root-cause tools

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 portfolio of lifestyle solutions. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, the company has more than 4,100 associates.