Product Development Engineer II

Role Overview

This is a full-time product development engineering role based in Belagavi at the Aequs facility, working onsite four days per week. The position sits within Mattel Technology & Innovation Center and supports the company’s expanding manufacturing network in India.

You will contribute to a new product development team by supporting product engineering pilots, resolving issues during debugging and production, and working closely with contract manufacturers. The role also includes support for new product introduction activities and requires a proactive, independent approach.

What You Will Do

• Support the conversion of product concepts into defined toys and products, including design assistance, project coordination, and technical problem-solving.
• Partner with upstream development teams to launch new or re-sourced products in OEM facilities.
• Lead debugging, pilot runs, and troubleshooting to help ensure quality, cost, and schedule targets are met.
• Improve process control and line efficiency while reducing scrap and protecting product quality.
• Spot opportunities for cost reduction and value improvement.
• Use manufacturing expertise in plastics, assembly, molding, and electronics integration to create scalable and reliable solutions.
• Contribute to value engineering and quality assurance efforts so products align with brand goals, safety requirements, and consumer expectations.
• Help deliver projects on time to support business objectives.

What Makes You a Good Fit

The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or a closely related area, or equivalent practical experience. At least 2 years of relevant work in product engineering, product development, or a related toys/consumer products role is expected.

You should be comfortable writing and speaking English clearly with a global team, and have a solid grasp of engineering fundamentals, product lifecycle stages, and quality assurance practices. Familiarity with plastic materials, tooling, decoration, molding, electronics, and assembly processes is important.

Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Creo, along with simulation tools, is preferred. A working understanding of FEA and the ability to interpret results is also valued.

Strong organization, multitasking, analytical thinking, problem-solving, listening, and influencing skills are needed, along with the ability to work across functions such as Design, Marketing, Engineering, Model Makers, Manufacturing, Finance, and Planning. Travel may be required internationally and regionally as needed.

Additional Information

If you do not match every qualification, you are still encouraged to apply. Mattel promotes an inclusive workplace where people with different backgrounds and experiences are welcomed.

How the Company Works

• Collaborate: Work as one team with shared goals, where partnership and teamwork are central to success.
• Innovate: Bring forward new ideas and better ways of creating products and experiences that make an impact.
• Execute: Take ownership, stay accountable, and focus on delivering strong results with a performance-driven mindset.

Flexible Work Approach

The organization follows a flexible work model designed to support growth, optimism, and wellbeing, combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility to improve performance and connection.

About Mattel

Mattel is a global toy and family entertainment company with a portfolio that includes Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA, and Polly Pocket, along with other owned or licensed properties. Its products span toys, content, consumer products, digital experiences, and live experiences, and are sold through leading retail and ecommerce partners.

Founded in 1945, Mattel is recognized for its workplace culture and is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. The company also references its careers site and Instagram presence, along with videos about its culture and corporate philanthropy.