Job Abstract

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Opportunity: 

Are you an Electronics Engineer who loves to create interesting contraptions and make cool stuff? Here’s an opportunity to work with some of the finest designers and engineers in the toy industry, all supporting all Mattel brands including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Monster High, Matchbox and our Entertainment properties such as Jurassic World, Disney Princess and WWE.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Designing, prototyping, and troubleshooting analog and digital electronic circuits
• Taking ideas from concept through development and into production
• Ability to be a self-starter, self-motivating, self-directing, and self-managing and a strong team player
• Project managing and the ability to lead, multi-task and handle several projects simultaneously
• Building prototypes based on input from non-technical partners
• Effectively pitch toy concepts to peers and upper management
• Working with China-based and other global vendors
• Working with mechatronic / animatronic system design, TFT / OLED Displays, MEMS motion sensors & microphones, Wireless ICs (BT, WiFi, 2.4G), Microprocessors and Peripherals

What We’re Looking For:

• BS in Electrical Engineering is strongly preferred
• At least 2-3 years hands-on experience in design, prototyping, and troubleshooting analog and digital electronic circuits.
• Ability to effectively pitch toy concepts to peers and upper management
• Experience in product development within the toy industry
• Experience with China-based vendors
• Familiar with plastics
• Building prototypes based on input from non-technical partners
• Mechatronic / Animatronic system design
• TFT / OLED Displays
• MEMS motion sensors & microphones
• Wireless ICs (BT, WiFi, 2.4G)
• Microprocessors and Peripherals
• The vision and perseverance to take ideas from concept through development and into production
• Self-starter, self-motivating, self- directing, and self-managing and a strong team player
• Project management skills; the ability to lead, multi-task and handle several projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with any of the following: ARM, C, C++, Embedded Systems, or Audio/ Visual Assets
• Experience with electromechanical systems
• Proficiency with software development for embedded systems both with Assembly code and higher-level language a must
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Design, Project Management, and Packaging, etc
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems is highly desirable
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $66,400 and $83,000.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.

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 for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.

Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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