Spring 2026: Cost Engineering Co-op, Shark (January through June)

Work Period: January 2026 through June 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.

Compensation Range: Ranges from $28/hr - $37/hr. Specific compensation is set according to a standardized scale aligned with your educational level at the time of hire.

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: Are you someone who’s curious about how products are made—and how to make them better, faster, and more cost-effective? Do you have a passion for product development and want to learn how thoughtful engineering and innovation drive affordability for consumers? If you're excited by the idea of working on real products across Shark and Ninja’s newest lines, we invite you to learn more about the Cost Engineering Co-op role at SharkNinja.

As a key member of the Cost Engineering team, 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. If you're interested in product development, passionate about using innovation to drive a low product cost, naturally curious, and ready to make a positive impact in people’s everyday lives, we want to hear from you!

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 or SolidWorks
• Skilled in creating and delivering clear, impactful presentations that summarize insights and recommendations

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!