Soft Goods Engineer II at Mattel, Inc.and Subsidiaries in East Aurora, New York

Job Description:

Posting Title Soft Goods Engineer II

Requisition Number 211041
Location East Aurora, New York

Zip Code 14052-1884
Job Category Engineering

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, entertain 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.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Supports and collaborates with Design to prepare cost estimates, material options and design for manufacturing construction recommendations for new development fashion doll products.


• Supports Brand Champion to meet all key softgood development dates supporting product launch.


• Analyze and manage softgood cost data (fabric usages, sewing labor,)


• Create softgood fabric specifications.


• Communication with partners at manufacturing source during production development to ensure goals of cost, quality and schedule are met.


• Introduces new fabric, manufacturing techniques and softgood innovations to product design teams.


• International and domestic travel may be required, as needed.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's Degree with Textile Product Development / Textile Technologypreferred or equivalent experience


• 2+ years softgood development experience


• Experience in the development and manufacturing of soft goods consumer products.


• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills are necessary to communicate critical information internationally.


• Strong "hands on" and creative problem-solving skills.


• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment focused on executing new products.


• Knowledge of fabrics/textiles.


• Knowledge of fabric printing processes.


• Experience with softgood product costing.


• Software:


• Adobe Illustrator (Proficient)


• Photoshop (Proficient)


• Gerber Pattern Design and Accumark (Knowledge of)


• CLO3D (Knowledge of)

What It's Like to Work Here:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

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  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 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.


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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 company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children's and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Visit us athttps://jobs.mattel.com/andwww.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, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.