Product Development Engineer II at Mattel in Shenzhen

Job description

What Your Impact Will Be:  1. End-to-End Product Development Develop, design and translate product concept into defined product; create 3D models and engineering drawings. Lead development activities from concept through prototyping to mass production; resolve technical issues along the way. Own end-to-end product development for assigned product lines (e.g. Action figures), ensuring timeline and budget adherence. 2. Technical Problem-Solving & DFM/DFA Resolve basic technical issues under guidance; support DFM/DFA reviews with suppliers. Independently solve technical problems; conduct DFM/DFA reviews to optimize cost and manufacturability. 3. Cost, Tooling & Manufacturing Optimization Support cost estimation and basic BOM review; assist in tooling follow-up. Drive cost optimization through design innovation, material substitution and process improvement; negotiate with vendors on tooling. 4. Cross-functional Collaboration & Communication Work as one team with other functions; coordinate information/messages to related parties. Liaise with US HQ, HK, Design, Sourcing, Manufacturing and Quality to meet customer/consumer requirements. 5. Project Schedule & Supplier Management Support schedule tracking; follow up with supporting parties and vendors on assigned tasks. Generate and achieve development schedules; monitor vendors/suppliers to meet product development milestones. 6. Quality, Compliance & Risk Management Support quality checks; learn toy safety standards (ASTM F963, EN71) and QC tools. 7. Innovation, Process Improvement & Mentorship Support innovation activities; contribute ideas for product/process improvement Drive continuous improvement initiatives in engineering processes and tools; propose new materials/technologies. What We’re Looking For:  Bachelor's in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or related discipline. Hands-on experience in consumer product development in MNC companies (toys, plastics, small appliances preferred). Experience in mass production process and mold troubleshooting. Knowledge of injection molding, plastic materials (ABS, TPE, etc.) and mold development. Understanding of tooling cost structure and manufacturing economics Experience with value engineering / should-cost methodology. Good command of English (written required; verbal a plus for mid levels). Good interpersonal skills; able to work in dynamic, cross-cultural MNC environment. Good command of Pro-E, AutoCAD;   Strong project management skills; knowledge of project life cycles. Experience managing external suppliers/vendors (mold makers, factories). Knowledge of toy safety & quality standards, QC tools (PPAP, FAI). Passion for toy design and child safety innovation. Continuous improvement mindset; willingness to challenge status quo. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. How We Work: We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors: We collaborate:  Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower. We innovate:  At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking. We execute:  We are a performance-driven company. We strive f