Mechatronic Engineer

About the job

Job Title: Mechatronic Engineer

Location: Newquay, Cornwall

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Moose Toys exists to make kids superhappy. For this revolutionary brand, happiness lies at the heart of everything we do. With trailblazing toy design, development and manufacturing, no wonder our toys consistently scoop the most longed-for awards. Sprinkling some Moose magic across categories including action figures, collectibles, craft, dolls, games, plush, preschool, vehicles and youth electronics, we've earned our stripes as one of the most creative companies in the industry. As an energetic bunch, we're always on the move, developing ground breaking content, entertainment and worldwide licensing deals to boot.

This family-run business is proudly built on unshakeable ethical foundations. Our passion for making kids superhappy stretches far beyond our WOW-worthy toys. The Moose Happy Kids Foundation creates moments of happiness and laughter for the children around the world who need it most. We've had a BIG impact on little people, making 3.5 million kids smile so far… and counting.

Australia might be our Moose family home, but with a 500-strong team dotted across the world, we're committed to sharing our signature superhappy revolution far and wide!

The Role

Do you have a passion for innovation and want to create products that make kids smile?

Based just 8 miles outside of Newquay, our Cornwall office is the Moose Toys UK and European Hub. In the past 18 months we have experienced considerable growth and opportunity and, as we continue to develop and invest in our strategic growth plans, we are looking for an experienced, passionate, and dynamic Mechatronic Engineer to join our award winning team.

This role is an integral part of the Moose Toys team. You will be responsible for supporting the development of new innovative toy concepts, providing solutions ranging from proof-of-concept models to full manufacturing solutions for Moose products, with an emphasis on mechanical and electro-mechanical toys. This is a hands-on role where iterative design and model making is encouraged in the hunt for innovative solutions that facilitate exciting new play experiences for our consumers.

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Mechanical Engineering type role or similar
• A qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Robotics Engineering or similar
• Excellent computer skills with experience in CAD systems (preferably Fusion 360) for product design
• Experience in the design of plastic parts and mechanisms
• Ability to design digital electronic systems, create schematic drawings, and build prototype circuits
• Ability to produce clear and concise technical documentation including specifications, BOMs, and Costing
• To understand a range of materials and their characteristics, primarily injection moulding plastics
• An ability to think creatively and apply engineering principles in a sound manner
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping techniques and solid hands-on skills for basic prototype building
• To understand production line processes, manufacturing, and assembly constraints
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, Senior Management and overseas model shop and manufacturing plants
• Experience of managing multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate, creative, organised, team player

Highly Desirable: 

• A comprehensive understanding and application of plastics engineering, design and manufacturing including tooling and moulding processes
• Experience performing CAD-based simulation and modelling
• Experience in the programming of embedded systems
• First-hand knowledge of QA & QC processes

Perks and Benefits

• Moose Toys are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work.
• We consider ourselves a family and pride ourselves on valuing team members and constantly pushing for best practice by offering a fun, energising, motivating environment with great benefits and recognition programs.
• We fully appreciate importance of health and wellbeing and offer an internal wellness program, a cycle scheme, eye care vouchers and 30-day fitness challenges. We also have "bring your pet to work" each week, flexitime, work from home policy (2 days per week) and Employee of the Month and Year awards to name a few!

This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly, supportive, and collaborative Moose family. Full training and induction will be provided to ensure you have the very best 'Flying Start' to Moose Toys.

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electronic Engineer, Engineer, Design Engineer, Plastics Engineer may also be considered for this role.