Welding Engineer

Bolzoni Group; Sulligent (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial equipment manufacturer is seeking a Welding Coordinator in Alabama. The role requires developing welding procedures while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in manufacturing engineering or quality roles. This position offers an opportunity to drive continuous improvement in welding technologies and collaborate across departments to ensure quality and compliance. A master's degree and welding certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 3+ years in manufacturing engineering or quality roles.
• Strong knowledge of welding and quality standards.
• Ability to lead teams and manage projects.
• Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications.
• Oversee welder qualification processes.
• Support welding operations and provide technical guidance.
• Analyze welding and metallurgical issues.
• Supervise activities to ensure quality compliance.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams.

Skills

Welding standards (AWS, ISO 3834-2)

Quality systems (ISO 9001)

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Cross-functional team leadership

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in a related field

Certified Welding Engineer (CWE)

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Tools

SPC

PFMEA

8D, A3, and 5 Whys

Job description

Bolzoni, Inc. is active in the design, production and distribution of a full range of lift truck attachments and industrial material handling equipment for the U.S. market. The latest production methods and technology together with personnel expertise allow Bolzoni, Inc. to adapt to the most various and demanding customer requirements.

Bolzoni, Inc.’s commitment to always provide the most suitable product and handling solutions for our customers over the years has resulted in close cooperation with all the main fork lift truck manufacturers. Bolzoni, Inc. supplies a wide range of products including integral and hook-on side shifters, fork positioners, paper roll clamps, bale clamps, carton clamps, push pulls, multi-pallet handlers, rotators and forks.

The Welding Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that all welding operations across the facility—and supporting global plants—are executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. This role focuses on developing and maintaining welding procedures, qualifying welders, and driving continuous improvement in welding technologies and processes. The Welding Coordinator collaborates closely with Production Engineering, Quality, and OEM partners to ensure welding practices align with AWS and ISO 3834-2 standards.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) in compliance with AWS and ISO standards
• Oversee welder qualification processes and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Support welding operations across six plants, providing technical guidance and process alignment
• Analyze welding and metallurgical issues, applying root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Supervise welding activities to ensure adherence to procedures and quality expectations
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 3834-2 compliance
• Lead OEM readiness efforts through APQP and PPAP, including dimensional validation and process capability studies
• Manage OEM claims using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, A3, and 5 Whys
• Monitor internal process quality using SPC, PFMEA, and real-time dashboards
• Research and evaluate new welding technologies and equipment for potential implementation
• Provide training and mentorship to welding personnel to ensure skill development and procedural adherence

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or quality leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of welding standards (AWS, ISO 3834-2) and quality systems (ISO 9001)
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across departments