Product Development Engineer

Job Description
Reporting directly to the Director of Product Development, you will drive the technical execution of global toys and games portfolios from concept through to full production. You will act as the technical lead for major product lines, collaborating with cross-functional partners in Design, Marketing, Quality, and Packaging to deliver products that meet strict performance, cost, quality, and scheduling benchmarks.What will you work on
Collaborate with Design and Brand teams during early ideation, providing critical mechanical feasibility and product cost assessments Support technical prototyping and proof‑of‑concept builds alongside Engineering Innovation Teams to de‑risk new mechanisms, physical features, and gameplay systems Deliver detailed component and product designs optimized for high‑volume manufacturing and assembly (DFM/A) Draft comprehensive physical product performance and technical specifications Act as the primary technical point of contact with global Manufacturing Engineering teams in Asia, Mexico, and the EU to ensure alignment on tooling and production details Integrate mechanical, material, electro‑mechanical, or mechatronic engineering expertise throughout the product development lifecycle Coordinate with dedicated Project Managers, leveraging PLM tools and basic project management methodologies to keep deliverables on track, on cost, and on specification Lead technical product review sessions, document key deliverables, and track action plans to preempt development hurdles Identify, analyze, and troubleshoot project risks, coordinating with global support departments to resolve complex issues or elevate when necessary Research and explore emerging materials, mechanisms, and manufacturing technologies to continuously improve engineering efficiency.How will you create impact?
Collaborate with Design and Brand teams during early ideation, providing critical mechanical feasibility and product cost assessmentsSupport technical prototyping and proof‑of‑concept builds alongside Engineering Innovation Teams to de‑risk new 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 with 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 product development lifecycleCoordinate with dedicated Project Managers, leveraging PLM tools and basic project management methodologies to keep deliverables on track, on cost, and on specificationLead technical product review sessions, document key deliverables, and track action plans to preempt development hurdlesIdentify, analyze, and troubleshoot project risks, coordinating with global support departments to resolve complex issues or elevate 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 utilizing CAD software to review design layouts and PLM tools to track engineering deliverablesProven 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 partnersToy or consumer packaged goods (CPG) experience is a strong assetAbility to travel both domestically and internationally to support product development and manufacturing phasesThe anticipated pay range for candidates who will work in Ontario is $79,700 to $106,300 Per Annum. 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. Spin Master Inc. is a multi‑state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work only in other states. 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. Spin Master strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team, by email at View email address on ca.hrm.tc or by phone at View phone number on ca.hrm.tc and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. We do appreciate all interest;
however only those selected for interview will be contacted.Values and Culture
Our Mission and our Vision is to make life more fun by pushing the boundaries of innovation, creativity, and fun! A part of our company from the very start, our values are embodied in everyone from top leadership through to new and veteran team members alike, who –like you– were attracted to Spin Master due to our shared mind set, moral code, and way of being. Basically speaking, we enjoy a casual culture here, having fun while we are creating fun!
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