Job Description Reporting directly to the Director of Product Development, you will drive the technical execution of global toys and games portfolios from concept through to full production. You will act as the technical lead for major product lines, collaborating with cross-functional partners in Design, Marketing, Quality, and Packaging to deliver products that meet strict performance, cost, quality, and scheduling benchmarks.

Collaborate with Design and Brand teams during early ideation, providing critical mechanical feasibility and product cost assessments Support technical prototyping and proof‑of‑concept builds alongside Engineering Innovation Teams to de‑risk new mechanisms, physical features, and gameplay systems Deliver detailed component and product designs optimized for high‑volume manufacturing and assembly (DFM/A) Draft comprehensive physical product performance and technical specifications Act as the primary technical point of contact with global Manufacturing Engineering teams in Asia, Mexico, and the EU to ensure alignment on tooling and production details Integrate mechanical, material, electro‑mechanical, or mechatronic engineering expertise throughout the product development lifecycle Coordinate with dedicated Project Managers, leveraging PLM tools and basic project management methodologies to keep deliverables on track, on cost, and on specification Lead technical product review sessions, document key deliverables, and track action plans to preempt development hurdles Identify, analyze, and troubleshoot project risks, coordinating with global support departments to resolve complex issues or elevate when necessary Research and explore emerging materials,



mechanisms, and manufacturing technologies to continuously improve engineering efficiency.

Collaborate with Design and Brand teams during early ideation, providing critical mechanical feasibility and product cost assessments

Support technical prototyping and proof‑of‑concept builds alongside Engineering Innovation Teams to de‑risk new mechanisms, physical features, and gameplay systems

Deliver detailed component and product designs optimized for high‑volume manufacturing and assembly (DFM/A)

Draft comprehensive physical product performance and technical specifications

Act as the primary technical point of contact with global Manufacturing Engineering teams in Asia, Mexico, and the EU to ensure alignment on tooling and production details

Integrate mechanical, material, electro‑mechanical, or mechatronic engineering expertise throughout the product development lifecycle

Coordinate with dedicated Project Managers, leveraging PLM tools and basic project management methodologies to keep deliverables on track, on cost, and on specification

Lead technical product review sessions, document key deliverables, and track action plans to preempt development hurdles

Identify, analyze, and troubleshoot project risks,



coordinating with global support departments to resolve complex issues or elevate when necessary

Research and explore emerging materials, mechanisms, and manufacturing technologies to continuously improve engineering efficiency

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Computer, or Electrical Engineering

Professional experience in product development, hardware engineering, or manufacturing engineering

Solid understanding of injection‑molded plastics, materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering cost structures for durable consumer goods

Demonstrated experience utilizing CAD software to review design layouts and PLM tools to track engineering deliverables

Proven capacity to manage multiple product lines and engineering timelines simultaneously in a highly agile, fast‑paced environment

Experience collaborating with and managing deliverables from external creative vendors, industrial designers, and cross‑functional teams

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical challenges into clear, actionable updates for business partners

Toy or consumer packaged goods (CPG) experience is a strong asset

Ability to travel both domestically and internationally to support product development and manufacturing phases

Flexible Work Hours

com or by phone at View phone number on apply.j-vers.com and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Our Mission and our Vision is to make life more fun by pushing the boundaries of innovation, creativity, and fun! Basically speaking, we enjoy a casual culture here, having fun while we are creating fun!

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📌 Product Development Engineering Technician (Toronto)
🏢 Spin Master
📍 Toronto