Welding Engineer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling; Sulligent (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Job summary

Bolzoni US Sulligent in Sulligent, AL seeks a Welding Engineer to develop welding procedures and qualify welders while supporting six plants. You will drive continuous improvement in welding technologies to meet AWS and ISO 3834-2 standards.

The role collaborates with Production Engineering, Quality and OEM partners to ensure procedures align with quality systems and drive process capability. A CWE/CWI certification and manufacturing experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science with CWE/CWI certification.
• Experience leading welding in manufacturing settings.
• Familiarity with AWS, ISO 3834-2, and ISO 9001.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in welding processes.
• Ability to collaborate across Production Engineering, Quality and OEM partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications in compliance with AWS and ISO standards.
• Oversee welder qualification processes and ensure code compliance.
• Support welding operations across six plants with technical guidance and alignment.
• Analyze welding issues using root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Lead OEM readiness through APQP and PPAP, including process validation.
• Manage OEM claims using 8D, A3, and 5 Whys.

Skills

CWE/CWI

Cross-functional leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Strong communication

Welding standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Eng or Materials Science

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL

Full time

R8556

Job Title

Welding Engineer

Job Category

Manufacturing

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 Engineer 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) required

• 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

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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

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

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.