Soft goods Project Engineer (Fabric, Garment, Plush, Dolls, Soft Toys, Pattern, Stitching)

Hong Kong - Hong Kong

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Please note the title of this position is Project Engineer

Job Description:

Project Engineer (Soft Toys) The engineer will play a critical role in designing developing and ensuring the quality of soft toys from concept to mass production. This position requires expertise in soft goods engineering collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to international safety standards.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Product Development & Engineering

- Design and prototype soft toys including fabric selection pattern creation and material optimization to meet aesthetic and functional requirements.

- Collaborate with design production and QA teams to ensure design feasibility and cost-effectiveness.

- Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles to enhance production efficiency.

2. Quality Assurance & Compliance

- Oversee product testing certification and compliance with international safety standards (e.g. ASTM F963 EN71 CPSIA).

- Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to reduce defects and customer complaints.

3. Vendor & Supply Chain Management

- Liaise with suppliers in China and overseas to negotiate costs manage tooling and ensure timely material procurement.

- Monitor production line setups and conduct on-site inspections to maintain quality during mass production.

4. Project Coordination

- Manage project timelines budgets and resource allocation to meet delivery schedules.

- Prepare technical documentation including design specifications and production reports.

5. Travel Requirements

- Frequent travel to manufacturing facilities in mainland China and other regions as needed.

Requirements

- Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Design Textile Engineering or related field .

- Experience:

- Minimum 35 years in soft toy manufacturing with expertise in plush/electronic toy development.

- Familiarity with soft goods materials stitching techniques and prototyping.

- Technical Skills:

- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. Adobe Illustrator) for pattern design.

- Knowledge of tooling injection molding and safety testing protocols.

- Language: Fluency in English Mandarin and Cantonese.

- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving organizational and communication abilities .

Note: This role is ideal for candidates passionate about combining creativity with technical precision in the toy industry.

Open to candidates with experience in Garment manufacturing related experience in soft goods plush related accessories. Familiar with Pattern and Fabric manufacturing processes

Other related roles with transferable skillset:

Garment Technicians
Garment Technologist
Garment Product Development
Pattern Making and Fabric Development
Textile R&D Managers
Technical Manager in Fabric or Garment
Textile Development Manager

Please note the title of this position is Project EngineerJob Description:Project Engineer (Soft Toys) The engineer will play a critical role in designing developing and ensuring the quality of soft toys from concept to mass production. This position requires expertise in soft goods engineering col...