Head of Engineering – Toys, Gifts and Premiums

Lead engineering for innovative products, driving design-to-production and global collaboration.

Your new company

Our client is a creative-driven consumer products company specialising in innovative and engaging lifestyle products. Their diverse portfolio includes toys, gifts & premiums. With a strong emphasis on design-led innovation, they collaborate closely with international design teams and manufacturing partners to bring unique products to market.


Your new role

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Build strong technical capabilities and enhance cross-functional collaboration
  • Oversee the full product life cycle from concept, prototyping, testing through to mass production.
  • Ensure engineering deliverables align with design intent, quality standards, and cost targets
  • Provide technical leadership across mechanical design, materials engineering, and electronics integration
  • Review and validate engineering designs to ensure feasibility, safety, and manufacturability
  • Partner closely with the US design team to translate creative concepts into practical engineering solutions
  • Act as a key bridge between design and manufacturing teams across regions
  • Manage relationships with manufacturing partners in China, ensuring smooth production processes
  • Oversee quality control, production troubleshooting, and continuous process improvements
  • Develop and execute project timelines, resource planning, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Apply structured project management methodologies such as Gantt charts and Agile frameworks
  • Drive engineering best practices, cost optimisation, and product innovation
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, product performance, and speed-to-market

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in product development and engineering management within consumer goods, toys, or related industries
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including injection moulding, electronics integration, and quality assurance
  • Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD
  • Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Passion for design, creativity, and innovation


What you'll get in return

Regional exposure, and the chance to shape innovative consumer products, working with global design teams and manufacturing partners in a dynamic, collaborative, and growth-driven environment.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV by emailing kelly.kong@hays.com.hk or call us now, tel: +852 2230 7484; +852 96890484. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Location
HongKong
Specialism
Supply Chain
Ref:
1287967

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Kelly Kong, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Hong Kong
6604-06,66/F, ICC, 1 Austin Road West, West Kowloon

Telephone: +85296890484

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