Fall 2026: Cost Engineering Co-op, Shark (July to December)

About Us
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.
Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026
Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.
Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career talent. Geared toward impact. Driven by speed. Whether you're in a co-op or internship, our early talent program is designed to provide valuable exposure to the industry and a fast-paced professional environment. You'll dive into meaningful projects and tasks that sharpen your skills and deepen your knowledge. Along the way, you'll benefit from professional development opportunities, community events, and connections that make your experience well-rounded and enriching. Your time with us will culminate in an opportunity to showcase your contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders because this is a program for those ready to shape what's next - fast.
This role: As a Cost Engineering Co-op, you'll play a critical role in shaping the success of our brand by driving initiatives that balance innovation, performance, and affordability. You'll operate at the intersection of design, manufacturing, and value-delivering creative, cost-conscious solutions that maintain the high standards our consumers expect. You'll gain invaluable experience supporting real-time product development, analyzing cost drivers, and influencing design decisions, all while collaborating with cross-functional teams across Advanced Development, New Product Development, and New Product Introduction. You'll also gain a behind-the-scenes look at how cost impacts every stage of the product lifecycle-from prototype to shelf-giving you a holistic view of what it takes to bring world-class products to market.
Here are some of the EXCITING things you'll get to do:

• Support the coordination of product details to help generate independent product cost estimates that inform real business decisions
• Assist in building "should-cost" models based on product requirements, materials, and manufacturing methods
• Dive into costed Bills of Materials (BOMs) and large datasets to uncover key cost drivers and savings opportunities
• Summarize findings through clear, actionable reports that influence design and sourcing strategies
• Collaborate with the supply chain team on critical components to understand supplier pricing and cost structures
• Apply design, engineering, and manufacturing knowledge to propose innovative, cost-saving ideas that maintain product intent
• Partner with cross-functional teams-including Engineering, Sourcing, and Product Development-to support costing and development activities
• Participate in product reviews and focused "Hack" sessions to brainstorm cost optimization opportunities
• Tear down, debug, and analyze electro-mechanical products to understand how every component contributes to performance and cost
• Contribute to value-engineering initiatives that balance innovation, performance, and affordability
• Gain real-world exposure to the full product development cycle, from concept to launch

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• Education: Current student in their third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, or currently enrolled in a master's program
• Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
• Demonstrates strong analytical and organizational skills, with sharp attention to detail and a relentless drive to uncover smart, low-cost solutions
• Self-motivated and confident working independently while staying connected to a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with the ability to manipulate and analyze large data sets
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, especially plastics, sheet metal, and common assembly methods
• Experience with 3D CAD tools such as CREO and/or SolidWorks
• Skilled in creating and delivering clear, impactful presentations that summarize insights and recommendations
• Embodies SharkNinja's success drivers:
  
  • Rarely Satisfied - Adopt a "no delays" mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
  • Progress over Perfection - Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapts to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning
  • Details Make the Difference - Can coordinate timelines & deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency across all consumer-facing materials
  • Winning is a Team Sport - Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
  • Communicate for Impact - Strong communication skills - ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management

Please note that, due to the high volume of applications for early talent roles, response times may vary depending on the specific role and timeline. Our team appreciates your patience!
Salary and Other Compensation: The hourly 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.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, health savings account (HSA) with company contribution, sick time, company holidays, employee product discount, product testing opportunities, referral bonuses, and more.
Hourly Pay Range
$17-$44 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. Together, 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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