Spring 2027: Product Performance Test Engineer Co-op (January through June)

Needham, MA, United States. Posted 3 days ago

The role

You will design and build custom electro-mechanical test rigs and run performance and reliability tests on Shark products. You will analyze test data and share findings that shape how Shark products are developed and launched.

What you will do

Design and build custom electro-mechanical test rigs that simulate real-life usage
Develop test methods to evaluate performance, reliability and user experience
Analyze large sets of test data using statistical tools
Document findings with clarity and precision
Tear down Shark and competitor products to understand how they work
Collaborate with engineers across product development, quality and advanced testing
Explore failure modes and troubleshoot issues
Contribute to continuous improvement of test lab processes and capabilities

Required qualifications

Current student in BSEE, BSME or similar technical discipline, or graduated from such a program within the past year
Able to work 40 hours per week, 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
Prior experience designing or analyzing electromechanical systems
Excellent oral and written communication
Analytical, problem solving and root-cause analysis skills
Ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities
Hands-on prototype building and experimental testing
Proficient in all MS Office

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
Learning programs

Before you apply

Pay depends on educational level at time of hire
Response times may vary due to high application volume

About the company

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with Shark and Ninja brands, headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, with more than 4,100 associates. Its products are sold at key retailers online and offline, and through distributors worldwide.