SharkNinja · 18 hours ago
Manager, Industrial Design
Needham, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$94K/yr - $194K/yr
8+ years expSharkNinja is a global product design and technology company known for its innovative lifestyle solutions. The Manager of Industrial Design will lead a team of industrial designers, overseeing the design process from concept to mass production while collaborating with cross-functional teams to create market-driven product solutions.
BeautyConsumer ElectronicsConsumer GoodsRetail
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor industrial designers, fostering collaboration and professional development while maintaining a 50/50 approach to hands-on design and design management
Practice user-centered design, translating consumer insights into innovative product solutions
Articulate design intent for manufacturing execution, leveraging proven experience in concept-to-production mastery and manufacturing knowledge and providing team leadership
Provide guidance and support, ensuring team members' growth and success within the organization
Work closely with global cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and product development, to ensure seamless integration of design concepts into the product development process and uphold design integrity throughout the cycle
Coach and mentor designers, setting clear expectations and deliverables, and conducting brainstorming sessions and design reviews to foster creativity and innovation
Maintain high quality standards for design throughout the product lifecycle, staying updated on industry trends, innovations, and materials
Solve complex problems by challenging assumptions and driving innovative approaches through emerging product trends or technologies
Establish and promote design guidelines, best practices, and standards to ensure consistent quality and innovation
Identify areas for process improvement within the design department, implementing enhancements to streamline workflows and optimize efficiency
Oversee the full industrial design workload across team members, spanning multiple product categories from concept ideation to final product delivery, while developing and maintaining project timelines to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget constraints
Understand SharkNinja's brands and contribute to defining the company's future product development strategies, aligning with business objectives and customer needs
Demonstrate a high level of knowledge of the full product development cycle, navigating technical and business constraints to achieve optimal quality outcomes
Qualification
Required
BA or BS in Industrial Design or a related discipline; MS in Industrial Design or related field preferred
8+ years of professional experience as a designer in small appliances, consumer electronics, medical devices, or related industries, demonstrating a proven track record of successfully delivering products through the production process
3+ years of leadership or management experience, demonstrating the ability to effectively lead and mentor a team
Exceptional verbal, written and visual communication, adept at fostering effective collaboration across teams, and proficient in delivering impactful key messages through compelling storytelling, tailored for cross-discipline teams and senior leadership communication
Solid understanding and proven experience in mass-production part design and manufacturing principles
Proficiency in 2D/3D design tools including sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, SolidWorks and Keyshot
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Skilled in driving team collaboration and conducting workshops to foster innovation, while accelerating the delivery of high-quality outcomes within tight timeframes without sacrificing quality
Proven ability to meet deadlines and react swiftly to new information, with the capacity to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team, while leading and inspiring team members to achieve collective goals
A robust portfolio showcasing original creative work that highlights the product development process
Preferred
MS in Industrial Design or related field preferred
Familiarity with AI-driven design techniques is desirable
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
Competitive health insurance
Retirement plans
Employee stock purchase options
Wellness programs
Company
SharkNinja
SharkNinja is a consumer goods company that offers beauty, home care, kitchen appliances, and outdoor electronic products.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (40)
2024 (33)
2023 (18)
2022 (22)
2021 (29)
2020 (24)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
CDH Investments
2025-08-20Post Ipo Secondary· $638M
2024-03-19Post Ipo Secondary· $272.13M
2023-12-04Post Ipo Secondary· $286.47M
Leadership Team
Mark Barrocas
Chief Executive Officer
Adam Quigley
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-07
2026-01-07
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