[Remote] Engineering Manager, NPD-Coffee & Beverage

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company known for its innovative lifestyle solutions. They are seeking an Engineering Manager for NPD in Coffee & Beverage to lead a team focused on developing high-quality products that enhance user experience and drive consumer satisfaction.ResponsibilitiesLead a US-based team of two engineers, setting clear technical direction, reviewing work, managing prioritization, and providing regular structured feedback and coachingTake overall ownership of KPI-critical subsystem designs through conception, CAD execution, prototyping, and verification — working at pace and developing the team to do the sameDrive subsystem performance against category KPIs using quantitative test and DOE methods to close the loop from consumer requirement to measurable design parameterContinuously evaluate and improve designs for cost efficiency, manufacturing improvements, increased quality, and consumer valueBuild and test prototypes to de-risk concepts, validate assumptions, and drive design decisions; plan and run DOEs, analyze results, and translate findings into specification and design changesRepresent the global team's work in program reviews and take accountability for the quality and timeliness of their deliverablesCollaborate seamlessly with the UK-based program engineering team and coordinate closely with US-based Product Management, Industrial Design, and Technical/Technology teamsCoordinate effectively with China-based manufacturing and engineering partners to support design-for-manufacture and production scale-upServe as the technical voice of the US Coffee & Beverage engineering team in executive-level reviews, portfolio planning sessions, and cross-category forumsSynthesize technical status, risk, and learning across multiple active programs into clear, decision-grade communications for executive audiencesLead post-mortem and lessons-learned activities across the category; identify systemic issues and drive process or architectural improvements across programsContribute to category-level technology roadmaps and long-range capability planning alongside engineering leadership on both sides of the AtlanticSkillsDegree-level technical qualification, ideally in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or Industrial Design Engineering6+ years of proven experience in Mechanical / Product Design / Industrial Design environments, including at least one full concept-to-production cycle2+ years of people management experience, with demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and hold accountability for a team of engineersExperience interfacing and presenting updates to senior or executive leadership who will be both of a technical and non-technical natureDemonstrated ability to translate consumer KPIs and qualitative product requirements into concrete, measurable design parameters and test protocols, including DOE planning and interpretationExperience in plastic manufacturing processes and high-volume consumer goods environmentsProficiency in SolidWorks or Creo to a high level, with demonstrable experience leading CAD reviewsClear communication of technical concepts to non-technical and executive audiences — in writing, presentations, and live Q&AExperience working effectively in distributed, multi-site engineering environments (US, UK, China, or similar)Flexible, collaborative, and positive — with a proactive problem-solving mindset and comfort working semi-autonomously under ambiguityExperience in consumer household appliances, particularly coffee, espresso, or hot-beverage productsFamiliarity with beverage appliance components: pumps, thermoblocks/boilers, solenoid valves, flow meters, grinders, pressure regulation, and safety devicesAppreciation for electrical engineering, software, and UX designExperience presenting to executive stakeholders and synthesizing technical content across multiple programsBenefitsMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible spending accountsHealth savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution401(k) retirement plan with matchingEmployee stock purchase programLife insuranceAD&DShort-term disability insuranceLong-term disability insuranceGenerous paid time offCompany holidaysParental leaveIdentity theft protectionPet insurancePre-paid legal insuranceBack-up child and eldercare daysProduct discountsReferral bonus programCompetitive health insuranceRetirement plansPaid time offEmployee stock purchase optionsWellness programsCompany OverviewSharkNinja is a consumer goods company that offers beauty, home care, kitchen appliances, and outdoor electronic products. It was founded in 1995, and is headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.sharkninja.com.Company H1B SponsorshipSharkNinja has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 40 in 2025, 33 in 2024, 18 in 2023, 22 in 2022, 29 in 2021, 24 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.