Electronics Engineer I

Mattel Inc.•East Aurora, NY

39d

About The Position

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 Team: 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 Mattel's Fisher-Price brands including Little People, Newborn, Infant, Preschool, and Laugh & Learn. The Opportunity: Be part of the D&D teams that create some of the world's coolest electronic toys! Managing multiple new electronic items every year makes this position both challenging and rewarding. You'll communicate effectively with Engineers, Designers and other cross-functional teams in El Segundo, East Aurora and China. You'll contribute technological elements to concepts in a collaborative setting as part of the Mattel Brands. You'll routinely collaborate in brainstorming new product concepts. You'll bring your inquisitive mind, inventive instinct, enthusiasm for electronic toys and gadgets, and your expertise as an Electronic Design Engineer to fascinating projects on a daily basis!

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering is strongly preferred.
Self-starter, self-motivating, self-directing, 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.
Ability to communicate regularly and effectively via email and Teams with Asia based Engineering peers.
Experience with electromechanical systems.
Effective in person communication and presentation abilities/skills.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

Nice To Haves

Building prototypes based on input from non-technical partners.
Ability to pitch new electronic ideas/technology or toy concepts to peers and management.
Mechatronic / Animatronic system design
TFT / OLED Displays
Motion sensors & microphones
Wireless ICs (BT, WiFi, 2.4G)
Microprocessors and Peripherals
Proficiency with firmware development for embedded systems a plus.

Responsibilities

Design, prototyping, and troubleshooting analog and digital electronic circuits.
Vision and perseverance to take ideas from concept through development and into production.
Work cross-functionally with Design, Project Management, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, etc.
Breadboard/prototype physical models to evaluate new product concepts.
Write firmware for microcontrollers under supervision.
Document functional product specifications, test results and design changes.
Participate in design reviews and team meetings.
Learn toy safety standards and compliance requirements.
Assist with audio related design activities, performance testing and optimization.
Support user interface design, testing and refinement.