Company Description
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:
The Electronics D&D department supports and enables the creation and development of a wide range of electronic toys – from simple lights & sounds toys to intricate electro-mechanical systems and internet-enabled toys. The toy categories and brands we support are Barbie, Hot Wheels, American Girl, Games, Action Figures, Vehicles and Dolls. We support the whole breadth of product development – from early prototype stages all the way through production.
Job Description
The Opportunity:
Engineering Electronics Technician performs intricate technical tasks to assist engineers with building out electronic systems. Able to calibrate and use soldering equipment, multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and other common electrical technician equipment. Able to read schematics and troubleshoot an electronics system to determine cause and remedy for malfunctions.
What Your Impact Will Be:
- Enable the Quick Wins for the Business by support rapid prototyping and soldering of PCB’s
- Build out electronic systems with assistance from Electronic Engineers
- Maintain an organized workspace and execute on workload queue
- Ability to communicate effectively with designers and other engineers
- Strong problem solving skills
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- Education: Completion of Electrical Technology or Electrician Certification, Electrical Systems Technology program or equivalent experience is a minimum
- Experience: 1-3 years of demonstrable skills in soldering, and proper handling of PCBs and equipment.
- Team Player: Ability to do depth of work for Electrical Engineers (primarily) and Mechanical Engineers (secondarily). Social skills to interact with creative minds that may not be technical and need help translating their concepts into reality.
The base hourly rate for this position is between $23.40 - $29.35.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base hourly rate will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.
Additional Information
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold 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 generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.
Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
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