Sr. Cost Engineer, Product Development

The Opportunity: 

MEGA - Mattel is currently searching for a Sr. Cost Engineer to join the Project Management organization (product development).

Reporting to the Sr. Director Product Development the Sr. Cost Engineer will provide timely competitive and reliable product cost estimate and economic information of products in support of the effective execution of toy design and development and manufacturing process. He will also participate and deliver cost containment support and work towards a reasonable mix of design value and product costing at all product life cycle stages. He will be responsible for development and implementation of Product Estimation System by application of engineering manufacturing / product engineering technology and financial knowledge.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Validation of toy production cost estimates. Establish different comparative cost scenarios in order to optimize projects;
• Maintenance validation creation of cost evaluation tools;
• Verification of cost standards with the various multidisciplinary teams;
• Analysis of manufacturing processes to validate capabilities and integrate information into various systems;
• Evaluation of the different steps related to the decoration of plastic parts;
• Presentation of the evolution of the prices of products in the meetings of approval with the executive members of the company;
• Support the development management team;
• Communication with the various suppliers (validation of estimates support for design teams and participation in the negotiation of production costs);
• Active participation in design procedures and optimization of development processes.

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Operations and Logistics Engineering or Industrial Engineering;
• 5 years of experience in an engineering role in a manufacturing and product development environment;
• Knowledgeable in product costing;
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office;
• Excellent ability to find practical technical solutions;
• Can manage multiple projects simultaneously handle pressure and respect deadlines;
• Team player organized and hands-on;
• Understanding of the design of plastic parts and injection molds (asset);
• Strong communication skills both oral and written (French and English).
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning embracing challenges and improving themselves.

Additional Information :

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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.
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• 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 collaboration with the worlds leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattels award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes Fast Company Newsweek Great Place to Work TIME and more.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time