Value Engineer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling; Sulligent (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and life insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling is seeking a Value Engineer (I or II) in Sulligent, AL. This full-time, on-site role focuses on cost evaluation of Bolzoni Group products, with collaboration across Manufacturing and Supply Chain to optimize production processes during industrialization.

Emphasis on AI and automation to transform cost estimation. The candidate should have a engineering background, exposure to AI tools, and experience with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on cost and process improvements.
• Experience with ERP/engineering systems (SAP, Teamcenter, NX) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs for new products or localization.
• Use AI tools to streamline workflows and reduce manual processes.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost savings for products in production.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sales during industrialization to reduce quoting time.
• Check product cost variance after design changes.
• Assist with industrialization and pre-production activities.
• Implement workflow automation to improve cost analysis.
• Identify AI-driven analytics opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

Teamcenter

NX Siemens

Job description

Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL

Full time

R8168

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 forefficiency 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

No

Primary Location

Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL

Address

7711 US Highway 278

Zip Code

35586

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

Benefits

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

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

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., is a global leader dedicated to advancing the materials handling industry. We design, engineer, manufacture, sell and service a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments and power and technology solutions, marketed primarily under the Hyster® and Yale® brand names.

As one of the largest lift truck manufacturers, Hyster-Yale is not only committed to transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home, but also delivering optimal solutions that meet our customers’ needs while ensuring outstanding customer care.

Our achievements are driven by our people, our strong culture and commitment to our values, which are founded on a philosophy of integrity, respect and excellence. At Hyster-Yale, you can feel the loyalty from the inside out.