Spring 2027: Mechanical Engineering Co-op, Wearable and Biomedical Devices (January to June)

The role

You will work on the Wearable and Biomedical Devices team developing wearable, biosensing, and medical device technologies. You will support prototyping, testing, data analysis, and refinement of devices that integrate sensors and user-centered design.

What you will do

• Support research, ideation, and exploration of wearable and biomedical product opportunities
• Apply knowledge of biomechanics, signal processing, or control systems to engineering challenges
• Support the collection, interpretation, and analysis of physiological and system-level data
• Work with sensor-enabled systems and data acquisition platforms
• Use MATLAB and or Python to analyze data and support analytical tools and models
• Participate in design discussions and technical reviews
• Gain exposure to materials and components for skin-contact and body-worn applications
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, designers, and product partners

Required qualifications

• Current student in a related bachelor's, master's, or doctorate program, or has graduated from such a program within the past year
• Coursework or project experience in biomechanics, signal processing, or control systems
• Familiarity with physiological signals (e.g., PPG, EMG, temperature, motion, impedance) and basic signal processing concepts
• Working knowledge of MATLAB and/or Python for data analysis, visualization, and algorithm development
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering/physics fundamentals including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design
• Understanding of medical device design principles, including safety, usability, and reliability
• Solid analytical skills, attention to detail, and relentless drive to identify and resolve problems
• Intellectual curiosity and creativity, strong first principles thinking, and ability to deliver innovative solutions
• Willingness to do hands-on development and testing workstreams
• Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues
• Ability to multitask and respond to shifting priorities
• Passionate about product design & function

Nice to have

• Experience with Developer kits such as Python, Arduino, Raspberry Pi
• Experience with biocompatible materials, electrodes, or skin-contact sensors

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.