Product Engineer (Ashland)

About the Role

Product Engineer

At Blue Marble, we believe in the power of play to spark curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning. We design innovative toys and experiences that inspire kids—and kids at heart—around the world.

We're seeking a creative and technically skilled Product Engineer to join our Industrial Design team. In this role, you'll bridge design, engineering, and manufacturing to transform innovative toy concepts into high-quality, production-ready products.

Working closely with Industrial Designers, Product Managers, overseas manufacturing partners, and Quality and Operations teams, you'll help ensure products meet safety, performance, quality, cost, and timeline goals while bringing great ideas to life. The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical aptitude, 3D CAD expertise, and a passion for creating engaging products that delight children and families.

If you love fast-paced environments, creative collaboration, and making an impact you can actually see on shelves (and in kids’ hands), you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

Core Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Industrial Designers to translate product concepts into manufacturable engineering solutions.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, assemblies, and product specifications.
• Design plastic components, mechanisms, snap fits, hinges, battery compartments, gears, and other product features suitable for mass production.
• Evaluate product concepts for manufacturability, durability, cost, assembly efficiency, and consumer safety.
• Work closely with overseas manufacturing partners to optimize tooling, production methods, and product quality.
• Review tooling designs, mold flow analyses, and engineering samples, providing recommendations for improvements.
• Support prototype development using 3D printing, rapid prototyping, and other fabrication methods.
• Coordinate engineering changes throughout product development while maintaining documentation and revision control.
• Troubleshoot engineering, manufacturing, and quality issues during prototype and production phases.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and cross-functional product development meetings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable toy safety regulations and testing standards, including ASTM F963, CPSIA, EN71, and other international requirements.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to review testing results and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Conduct tolerance analyses, fit and function evaluations, and reliability assessments.
• Assist with product cost optimization through value engineering initiatives.
• Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering documentation, and product lifecycle records within company systems.
• Stay current on materials, manufacturing technologies, and engineering best practices relevant to toys and consumer products.

What You Bring

Must-Haves:

• Proficiency in SolidWorks or other professional 3D CAD software.
• Experience designing injection-molded plastic components.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including:
• Injection molding
• Assembly methods
• Tooling
• Materials selection
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Experience working with overseas manufacturers and suppliers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple product development projects simultaneously.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience in the toy industry or children's consumer products.
• Knowledge of electronics integration, battery-powered products, or simple electromechanical assemblies.
• Experience with packaging engineering considerations.
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping technologies including 3D printing.
• Understanding of Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).

Competencies:

• Product Engineering
• Mechanical Design
• CAD Modeling
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
• Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Injection Molded Plastic Design
• Creative Problem Solving
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement
• Attention to Detail
• Project Management
• Innovation
• Manufacturing Support
• Technical Documentation
• Quality Focus

Education & Experience

We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience developing consumer products, toys, educational products, or similar manufactured goods.

Where You’ll Work

• Location: Onsite in Ashland, Oregon
• Work Style: Collaborative, hands-on, and fast-paced

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
• 401(k) to help you plan for the future
• Flexible paid time off—we trust you to recharge when you need it
• Employee Assistance Program
• A creative, collaborative, and yes—playful culture
• The chance to help shape iconic and emerging toy brands
• Real opportunities to develop within a dynamic, high-growth organization.

A Few More Things

This job description isn’t meant to cover everything—you may jump into other projects as we grow and evolve.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Blue Marble is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.

Ready to build something fun with us?

Apply today and let’s create something amazing together.