About the role#
As a Mechanical Systems Engineering Co-op, you will work across the full product lifecycle, including system architecture, component design, prototyping, testing, and validation. You will engage with complex mechanical systems that integrate structures, mechanisms, materials, and thermal considerations to deliver high-performance products.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to concept development by generating, evaluating, and prototyping mechanical system architectures.
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers, industrial designers, and product managers to develop integrated solutions.
- Build, test, and iterate mechanical prototypes, subsystems, and lab rigs to evaluate performance and reliability.
- Analyze test data to identify trends, uncover root causes, and inform design improvements.
- Participate in technical design reviews and failure analysis discussions.
- Take ownership of defined mechanical engineering tasks with increasing complexity.
- Support design feasibility studies, CAD modeling, system layouts, and technical documentation.
- Develop a systems-level understanding of how components interact within the full product.
- Apply iterative engineering principles to refine mechanical systems.
What you'll need#
- Current student in a mechanical engineering bachelor's or master's program, or a recent graduate within the past year.
- Strong foundation in engineering and physics fundamentals, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design.
- Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks or Creo.
- Hands-on experience building and modifying prototypes in plastic and metal using basic machine shop tools.
- Exposure to rapid prototyping methods like 3D printing and laser cutting.
- Familiarity with basic electronics and components, including motors, sensors, heaters, and PCBAs.
- Experience with experimental testing in a laboratory, workshop, or academic setting.
- Ability to independently identify, implement, and validate technical solutions.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an ownership mindset.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position based on-site in Needham, Massachusetts.
- The role is for the Winter 2027 term.
- This position is paid.
About SharkNinja
SharkNinja is a product design and technology company based in Needham, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1994 and operates as a public company. The business focuses on consumer goods and product marketing. It employs over 4,000 people to develop household products for cleaning, cooking, and food preparation.
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