Cost Engineer

Mattel; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global toy company in Montreal is looking for a Cost Engineer to join their Project Management organization. This role involves providing product cost estimates, maintaining cost evaluation tools, and collaborating with various teams for project support. Strong bilingual communication skills in French and English and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields are required. Join a creative and innovative environment focusing on children's development through play.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in an engineering role in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of the design of plastic parts and injection molds is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Validate toy production cost estimates and establish comparative cost scenarios.
• Maintain and validate cost evaluation tools.
• Support project management teams communication with suppliers.

Skills

Product costing

Communication skills (French and English)

Technical problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

MS Office

Job 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 Opportunity

MEGA - Mattel is currently searching for a Cost Engineer to join the Project Management organization (product development).

Reporting to the Sr. Director, Product Development, the Cost Engineer will provide timely, competitive and reliable product cost estimate and economic information of products in support of the effective execution of toy design and development, and manufacturing process. They will also participate and deliver cost containment support and work towards a reasonable mix of design value and product costing at all product life cycle stages. They will be responsible for development and implementation of Product Estimation System by application of engineering, manufacturing / product engineering technology and financial knowledge.

What Your Impact Will Be

• Validation of toy production cost estimates. Establish different comparative cost scenarios in order to optimize projects
• Maintenance, validation, creation of cost evaluation tools
• Verification of cost standards with the various multidisciplinary teams
• Analysis of manufacturing processes to validate capabilities, and integrate information into various systems
• Evaluation of the different steps related to the decoration of plastic parts
• Presentation of the evolution of the prices of products in the meetings of approval with the executive members of the company
• Support the project management team
• Communication with the various suppliers (validation of estimates, support for design teams and participation in the negotiation of production costs)
• Active participation in design procedures and optimization of development processes

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Operations and Logistics Engineering or Industrial Engineering
• 1-3 years of experience in an engineering role in a manufacturing and product development environment
• Knowledgeable in product costing
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent ability to find practical technical solutions
• Can manage multiple projects simultaneously, handle pressure and respect deadlines
• Team player, organized and hands‑on
• Understanding of the design of plastic parts and injection molds (asset)
• Strong communication skills both oral and written (French and English)
• Demonstrated growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves

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.

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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.

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