Director, Electrical Engineering - Corded and Cordless Products
SharkNinja · Needham, MA · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
About the role
Lead the Electrical Engineering Behind Products Used in Millions of Homes
Responsibilities
- Lead electrical engineering across power electronics, embedded systems, circuit design, and hardware development for consumer products at scale
- Own the full hardware development process: schematics, PCB layouts, circuit simulation, DVT, and compliance (UL, FCC, CE, IEC, and others)
- Drive power system integration — power conversion, motor control, and energy-efficient solutions — ensuring performance and reliability at high volume
- Ensure embedded system architecture meets requirements for performance, scalability, and real-time firmware integration
- Champion DFM and DFT practices in close partnership with manufacturing, operations, and contract manufacturers
- Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical engineering, industrial design, product development, and R&D to ensure seamless system integration
- Partner with external suppliers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective hardware solutions
- Mentor and develop engineering talent — growing individual capabilities and building long-term team depth
Requirements
- 8+ years in electrical engineering, with 3+ years in technical leadership or management role
- Deep expertise in power electronics: power conversion, motor control, and battery systems
- Solid background in embedded systems design, microcontrollers, and real-time firmware integration
- Proven track record developing and launching high-volume consumer electronics
- Strong grasp of DFM, DFT, and hardware regulatory compliance
- Experience managing DVT processes and navigating certification requirements
- Effective communicator — equally credible in a technical design review and an executive update
- A leadership style that raises the bar: direct, collaborative, and invested in developing the people around you
Qualifications
- BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
- MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering preferred
Skills
- Power electronics: power conversion, motor control, and battery systems
- Embedded systems design, microcontrollers, and real-time firmware integration
- DFM, DFT, and hardware regulatory compliance
- Collaboration and mentorship skills
Benefits
- 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
Pay
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Schedule
Full-time