Product Development Engineer II
Core
Develop, design, and translate product concepts into defined products, leading development from concept through prototyping to mass production for toy lines.
Role type
Mid-level IC product development engineer (mechanical/manufacturing)
Builds
Consumer toy products (e.g., action figures) for mass production
Domain
Consumer goods / Toys / Plastics manufacturing
Required skills
3D modeling, engineering drawings, DFM/DFA reviews, injection molding knowledge, mold troubleshooting, cost estimation, BOM review, vendor negotiation, project management, toy safety standards (ASTM F963, EN71), QC tools (PPAP, FAI), Pro-E, AutoCAD
Preferred skills
Mass production process experience, material substitution, process improvement, value engineering, supplier management, English verbal communication
Technologies
Pro-E, AutoCAD, PPAP, FAI
Responsibilities
Create 3D models and engineering drawings; lead development activities from concept through prototyping to mass production; resolve technical issues; conduct DFM/DFA reviews; support cost estimation and BOM review; negotiate with vendors on tooling; monitor vendors/suppliers to meet milestones; support quality checks and learn toy safety standards.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC