Value Engineer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.; Sulligent (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolzoni Group in Sulligent, AL is seeking a Value Engineer (I or II) to evaluate product costs and analyze feasibility for RFQs. You will partner with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to select optimal production processes during industrialization and explore AI-based cost estimation tools.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, experience with ERP systems, and a proactive approach to automation, data analytics, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 1–5 years in mechanical design, product development, or cost estimation.
• Experience with ERP or engineering systems (SAP, Teamcenter, NX) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs for new products or for products localization.
• Use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to streamline workflows and reduce manual processes.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost savings for products already in production.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sales teams during industrialization and to reduce time to quote.
• Check product cost variance in case of design change.
• Assist with industrialization and pre-production engineering activities.
• Implement and support workflow automation solutions (e.g., Power Automate) to improve cost analysis.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities using AI-driven analytics.

Skills

Cost estimation

Analytical thinking

AI tools familiarity

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

Teamcenter

NX Siemens

Power Automate

Copilot

Job description

Job Title Value Engineer Job Category Engineering Job Description

Bolzoni Group located in Sulligent, AL is seeking a Value Engineer (I or II). This role will focus on product cost evaluation for Bolzoni Group products manufactured in the plant and feasibility analysis for new RFQ. In addition, the role will collaborate with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to define the best production process during the industrialization phase. The ideal candidate will combine engineering expertise with a forward-thinking approach to digital tools, to help transform cost estimation process through the use of AI and automation tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimate costs for new products or for products localization
• Use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to streamline workflows and reduce manual processes
• Identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost savings for products already in production
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to during industrialization phase and to reduce time to quote
• Check product cost variance in case of design change
• Assist with industrialization and pre-production engineering activities
• Implement and support workflow automation solutions (e.g., Power Automate) to improve (Cost Analysis)
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities using AI-driven analytics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field (required)
• 1 –5 years of experience in mechanical design, product development, or product cost estimation
• Knowledge of mechanical processes, especially welding and machining
• Experience or interest in AI tools, automation, or digital transformation initiatives
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills
• Experience with ERP or engineering systems (SAP, Teamcenter, NX Siemens, or similar preferred)
• Strong background with Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of AI tools
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools
• Background in cost analysis or value engineering

This is not a remote position. The position is located in office in Sulligent, AL.

Job Type Permanent Time Type Full time Work Hours 40 Travel Required Primary Location Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL Address 7711 US Highway 278 Zip Code 35586 Field-Based No Relocation Assistance Available

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

Company Overview

Bolzoni is one of the worldwide leading manufacturers of Lift Truck Attachments, Forks and Lift Tables, with the most extensive product range in the market. The BOLZONI Group has been active for almost seventy-five years in the design, production and distribution of lift truck attachments and industrial material handling equipment. The constant attention paid to research and development, technological innovation, the synergy between the strategic and organizational capabilities of a large group and the local production and sales needs, enabling us to meet the expectations of each territory, has contributed to the Group’s expansion worldwide. Today, the BOLZONI Group is present globally thanks to 20 direct branches with over 900 employees and independent dealers covering all continents, holding a leading position in lift truck attachments market.