Engineering Manager, R&D

About Us

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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 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .

OVERVIEW:
As a Principal Industrial Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Ninja brand through strategic, innovative, and emotionally resonant product design. You will lead high-impact initiatives across the entire product development lifecycle — from early concept generation and consumer insight translation to final implementation for tooling and production. You will set a creative vision, drive best-in-class user-centered design practices, and provide strategic design leadership across multi-disciplinary teams.
This role requires a deep understanding of design excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to translate complex consumer needs into compelling, manufacturable solutions. You will serve as a mentor and thought leader, helping elevate design quality across the organization and influence product roadmaps at the highest levels.
Ninja Design is a passionate team of Industrial Designers, UI Designers, and CMF Designers developing iconic and category-defining products for the Ninja brand.
Please include your resume and portfolio showcasing end-to-end product development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Lead the industrial design vision across key programs, ensuring seamless integration of form, function, and brand identity.

* Own and drive the end-to-end design process — from foundational research, design strategy, and concept development through to production implementation.

* Translate consumer insights into strategic design direction that influences both near-term solutions and long-term innovation pipelines.

* Generate high-fidelity visual assets including sketches, renderings, and presentation decks that communicate advanced concepts and inspire cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders.

* Champion a user-centered design approach while balancing technical, business, and operational constraints.

* Mentor and elevate the broader design team, providing strategic feedback, design critiques, and professional growth opportunities.

* Collaborate closely with Engineering, Marketing, Product Management, and Executive Leadership to align product vision with business goals.

* Lead and facilitate brainstorming sessions, cross-functional workshops, and executive design reviews.

* Advocate for and uphold design excellence throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring the highest standards are met at every stage.

* Influence the materials strategy, CMF decisions, and production approaches in partnership with Engineering and Manufacturing teams.

* Stay ahead of market trends, emerging technologies, and consumer behavior shifts to inform design innovation and strategic direction.

* Represent the design team in leadership forums and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making.

* Establish and maintain internal design systems, best practices, and operational tools that promote design consistency and efficiency.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

* Bachelor's degree in industrial design or a related field; master's degree preferred.

* 7+ years of experience in Industrial Design, with a strong track record of leading consumer product development, preferably in small appliances, consumer electronics, or medical devices.

* Proven leadership experience, including mentoring junior designers and managing complex design programs.

* Expert-level 2D skills (sketching, Illustrator, Photoshop) and advanced 3D capabilities (SolidWorks or Rhino).

* Proficient in 3D rendering tools (KeyShot or equivalent) with an exceptional eye for form, CMF, and visual storytelling.

* Strong knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and an ability to work effectively with Engineering to deliver production-ready designs.

* Experience bringing multiple high-impact products from concept to market.

* High degree of autonomy and ability to manage multiple programs with minimal direction.

* Excellent verbal, visual, and written communication skills; adept at influencing cross-functional stakeholders.

* Strong strategic thinking, systems-level design approach, and the ability to connect design to broader brand and business goals.

* Passionate advocate for great design and user experience, with a creative and resilient mindset.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Pay Range
$222,900 — $272,500 USD

Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company—you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won't just launch products— we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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