Our purpose is to positively impact people’s lives every day in every home around the world! We work very hard to provide our consumers with high-quality, exciting 5-star products that make life easier. We thrive on passion and innovation and are looking for great people, with great ideas, who want to build the next big thing and develop while they do.
Summary
We are looking for an Engineering Manager, NPD to help us build a new generation of innovative products across our Ninja ranges. We thrive on designing great products that delight our customers. Working as part of our Boston Office, you will bring technical substance and inspiration to our creative efforts to deliver credible solution to the market.
Role Functions:
- Leads team to carry out design studies (independently and in teams) to solve technical or consumer issues found in product development.
- Successfully develops a team of A-players, helping them to reach their full potential.
- Takes overall ownership of designs through conception, CAD execution, prototyping and verification, whilst consistently working at pace & successfully developing a team to do the same.
- Continuously evaluates and improves designs for cost efficiency, manufacturing improvements, increased quality and value to consumers.
- Applies sound engineering/ product design standards to deliver real solutions.
- Applies understanding & experience of high-volume manufacturing processes and materials to optimize designs.
- Communicates effectively and professionally with colleagues.
- Collaborates seamlessly with our UK and China based Product Development teams, multi-functional teams and executive teams to ensure that great ideas make it through to production.
Attributes:
- Ability to break down complex problems into first principles, generate a plan/approach to resolve the problems, and then execute using a fail-fast and “progress over perfection” mindset
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering/physics fundamentals including fluid mechanics, and mechanical design
- Solid analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and relentless drive to identify potential problems and take responsibility for their resolution
- Ability to quickly, effectively, and concisely communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues verbally and in writing
- Adept at multitasking and responding quickly to shifting priorities without losing sight of longer-term projects and goals
- Strong ability to articulate and advocate for your ideas, and willingness to both challenge others and be challenged yourself on the merits of ideas
Qualifications:
- BS or MS in Engineering (Mechanical or similar discipline)
- 6+ years of related experience in product development or a related field, ideally in a fast-paced, startup-type environment
- Proven record of delivering robust, elegant, and innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges, leading projects, and managing or mentoring other engineers
- Experience with general hands on mechanical and electrical fabrication (power tools, sheet metal work, electrical wiring)
- Experience with electronics, test equipment, and components common in small appliances (sensors, motors, heaters, PCBAs, etc.)
- Excellent CAD experience
- Advanced skills in using Excel (or similar programs) to organize and analyze test data
- Due to the hands-on nature of the role working with prototypes this is an in-person role at our Needham, MA office.
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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.
YOUR ROLE in leading our SUCCESS DRIVERS & representing our UNIQUE MINDSET
- Lead us to be “RARELY SATISFIED”
- Make things better each day; “PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION”
- Use your knowledge of our consumer, understand that “DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE”
- Deliver something great; “WINNING IS A TEAM SPORT”
- Be clear and honest, “COMMUNICATING FOR IMPACT”
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