Product Development Engineer

Spin Master Job OpportunityAre you a kid at heart looking to build a career with a leading global children's toy, entertainment and digital gaming company?At Spin Master, our unwavering commitment to open mindedness, integrity and innovation is a great part of what has made us an industry leader. How do we stay ahead of the pack? By hiring the best and brightest minds—and that's why we want you!Job DescriptionReporting to the Product Development Manager or Product Development Lead, you will drive the technical execution of global toys and games portfolios from concept through to full production. You will act as the technical anchor for major product lines, collaborating with large cross-functional teams—including Design, Marketing, Quality, and Packaging—to deliver high-quality, cost-effective products on time and on specification.This is a 12 month contract position with the possibility for renewal.How will you create impact?Collaborate with GBU Design and Brand teams during early ideation, providing critical mechanical feasibility and product cost assessmentsLead technical prototyping and proof-of-concept builds to de-risk new toy mechanisms, physical features, and gameplay systemsDeliver detailed component and product designs optimized for high-volume manufacturing and assembly (DFM/A)Draft comprehensive physical product performance and technical specificationsAct as the primary technical point of contact for global Manufacturing Engineering teams (in Asia, Mexico, and the EU) to ensure alignment on tooling and production detailsIntegrate mechanical, material, electro-mechanical, or mechatronic engineering expertise throughout the end-to-end product development lifecycleUtilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) databases to track, manage, and release key engineering deliverablesLead technical product review sessions, document key deliverables, and track action items to preempt development hurdlesIdentify, analyze, and troubleshoot project risks, coordinating with global support departments to resolve complex issues or escalate when necessaryResearch and explore emerging materials, mechanisms, and manufacturing technologies to continuously improve engineering efficiencyWhat are your skills and experience?Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Computer, or Electrical EngineeringProfessional experience in product development, hardware engineering, or manufacturing engineeringSolid understanding of injection-molded plastics, materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering cost structures for durable consumer goodsDemonstrated experience with CAD and PLM software to manage technical specifications, drawings, and 3D modelsProven capacity to manage multiple product lines and engineering timelines simultaneously in a highly dynamic, fast-paced environmentExperience collaborating with and managing deliverables from external creative vendors, industrial designers, and cross-functional teamsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical challenges into clear actionable updates for business partnersBonus: Prior engineering experience within the toy or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is a strong assetThe anticipated pay range for candidates who will work in New York is $45 to $50 Per Hour. The offered pay to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc.This job posting is tied to an open vacancy.What you can expect from us:Growth and Career OpportunitiesFlexible Work HoursInnovation, Collaboration and FunComprehensive BenefitsOther fun Perks!What's it like to work here?Spin Master is a fast-paced, hands-on organization that provides many great opportunities for impactful decision-making; though our challenging start-up atmosphere isn't for everyone, we have a proven record of opportunities for future advancement and internal transfers for our passionate and results driven team.Everyone is welcome in our sandbox and we are committed to an accessible and inclusive hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants.