Jobs · Engineering · Massachusetts

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

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