Senior Sustainability Engineer

Sharkninjaoperatingllc
Needham, MA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to hands-on engineers with a background in energy efficiency and sustainable materials working in consumer product development.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of product design experience and a passion for sustainable innovation
    — “5+ years in design and development”
  • Engineers who thrive in cross-functional teams and enjoy translating data into actionable design improvements
    — “the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering and Product Development”
  • Individuals with a deep understanding of global eco-legislation and a track record of implementing environmentally responsible technologies
    — “Awareness of global eco-legislation for consumer products and how to future-proof designs against it”

Things to consider

  • This role requires in-person presence at the Needham, MA office daily.
    — “Because the work is hands-on and team-based, this role is in person at our Needham, MA office”
  • Candidates must be prepared to guide and mentor junior team members regularly.
    — “Guide and work closely with co-ops and interns”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in developing market-ready sustainable technologies in your resume and interviews.
    — “a track record of bringing energy-efficient, environmentally responsible technologies into products on the market”
  • Emphasize your ability to run controlled experiments and analyze results using test equipment and instrumentation.
    — “Lab experience running controlled experiments on things you designed and built”
  • Showcase your CAD proficiency and ability to use data analysis tools like Excel, Python, or MATLAB.
    — “CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • supporting development of sustainable consumer products
  • investigating technologies to improve energy efficiency
  • collaborating with Engineering and Product Development
Typical background
BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline

Skills & requirements

Required

Energy EfficiencySustainable MaterialsProduct DevelopmentCross-functional Collaboration

Preferred

Environmental Performance Analysis

Stack & domain

SustainabilityEnergy EfficiencySustainable MaterialsProduct DevelopmentEngineering FundamentalsPrototypingTestingProblem-solvingMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMaterials ScienceEnvironmental PerformanceTradeoffsTeamworkCommunicationEngineering

About the role

Original posting from Sharkninjaoperatingllc via Greenhouse

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 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. 

AI at SharkNinja

At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.

Senior Sustainability Engineer

Needham, MA · On-site

At SharkNinja, our mission is to positively impact people's lives every day, in every home around the world.* We build high-quality, exciting products — and we're just as committed to lowering their environmental footprint. As we grow, we're adding a Senior Sustainability Engineer to our global team.

The role

SharkNinja is working to reduce its environmental impact, and we're looking for a creative problem solver to advance the development of low-carbon products. You have an intuitive grasp of physics and engineering fundamentals, are equally comfortable hacking together a prototype in the lab or analyzing test results, and are passionate about solving the engineering challenges behind sustainable product innovation.

This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer with a deep understanding of energy efficiency and sustainable materials, natural curiosity about how to apply them in new ways, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering and Product Development to bring these products to market.

What you'll do

Support development of sustainable consumer products — identify lower-impact opportunities and use hands-on design, testing, and problem-solving to prove out your solutions

Investigate commercially available and next-generation technologies to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint across key products

Work daily with Engineering and Product Development to rapidly build understanding of systems, environmental performance levers, and tradeoffs

Pull in teammates from other disciplines to brainstorm, solve problems, build proof-of-concept prototypes, and test them thoroughly

Guide and work closely with co-ops and interns

See your team's work come to life on store shelves, online, and in infomercials — in products with a reduced carbon footprint

What you bring

BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline

5+ years in design and development

A track record of bringing energy-efficient, environmentally responsible technologies into products on the market

Strong analytical skills, a methodical mindset, sharp attention to detail, and a relentless drive to find potential problems and own their resolution

Clear communication — explaining working principles, translating data into design implications, and making recommendations to technical and non-technical colleagues alike

Awareness of global eco-legislation for consumer products and how to future-proof designs against it

Lab experience running controlled experiments on things you designed and built, using a range of test equipment and instrumentation

CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)

Organization, plus Excel, Python, or MATLAB (or similar) to turn test data into learnings

Genuine enjoyment of building meaningful professional relationships with colleagues

Because the work is hands-on and team-based, this role is in person at our Needham, MA office

Nice to have

Applied R&D experience at a consumer products or consulting company

Experience with analog/digital electronics, related test equipment, and small-appliance components — sensors, motors, heaters, PCBAs

Understanding of applied fluid mechanics and heat transfer

Experience designing and executing experimental test plans to guide design decisions

Comfort multitasking and shifting priorities quickly without losing sight of long-term goals

Experience working with external experts or consultancies

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. 

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more. 

Pay Range$100,000—$120,000 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. 

Learn more about us:  

Life At SharkNinja  

Outrageously Extraordinary 

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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com

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