--- title: 'Mechanical Engineer at DISHER' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/mechanical-engineer-disher-allendale-5gk8q0peftmq' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Mechanical Engineer at DISHER - **Company:** DISHER - **Location:** Allendale, MI - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-10-01 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/disher/a8e1e999-568b-4755-a10b-513519106b94 ## Job description Mechanical Engineer - Allendale, MI DISHER is excited to partner with a collaborative design studio on a Mechanical based out of Allendale, MI. This studio integrates architecture, interiors, and engineering, specializing in the design of learning environments. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in designing innovative, energy-efficient, and sustainable mechanical systems that support the clients’ goals and the firm’s commitment to design excellence. This role is ideal for a licensed professional who enjoys technical problem-solving, interdisciplinary collaboration, and taking a leadership role in projects from concept through construction. What it's like to work here: You'll join a team that is passionate about designing environments that inspire learning and connection. Their projects have real impact, shaping schools and community spaces that make a difference, while their team-first environment ensures that every voice contributes to great design. What you will get to do: - Lead the design and engineering of building mechanical systems, including HVAC, heating and cooling, ventilation, and building automation and controls. - Perform engineering calculations, equipment sizing, load analysis, and system evaluations to develop efficient and reliable mechanical designs. - Provide technical leadership and guidance to mechanical engineers and designers throughout the design and construction process. - Support sustainable and high-performance design through energy modeling, system research, and lifecycle-based decision-making. - Participate in facility condition assessments, master planning, and early design studies. - Coordinate mechanical designs with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure integrated solutions. - Prepare and oversee the development of  3D construction documents using Revit. - Participate in BIM coordination and clash detection meetings. - Prepare and review documentation and calculations for code compliance, energy efficiency, and LEED certification. - Conduct site visits, respond to RFIs, review submittals, and support construction administration. - Provide construction observation to verify conformance with design intent and project specifications. - Collaborate with clients, project managers, and internal teams to develop mechanical solutions that align with project goals, budgets, and schedules. What will make you successful: - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology. - Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with the ability to obtain Michigan licensure if not currently licensed in the state. - Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering. - Extensive experience designing HVAC systems for commercial, educational, or. - Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, building codes, energy codes, and industry design standards. - Demonstrated ability to independently lead mechanical design efforts and provide technical guidance to project teams. - Experience using industry software such as Revit, Trane TRACE or Carrier HAP, and Bluebeam. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Experience designing mechanical systems for K-12 educational facilities preferred. - LEED accreditation or other sustainability-related credentials preferred. - Experience working in an architectural, engineering, or consulting firm environment preferred. - Experience mentoring junior engineers and designers preferred. - Familiarity with energy modeling, high-performance building systems, and sustainable design practices preferred. ## About DISHER ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: DISHER is an engineering, product development, manufacturing technology, and talent solutions firm that partners with clients to innovate and build custom solutions across diverse industries. - **Entity Type**: Private (Employee-Owned via ESOP) - **Headquarters**: Zeeland, Michigan, USA - **Founded**: 2000 - **Founders**: Jeff Disher ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Engineering Services, Product Development, Manufacturing Technology, Talent Solutions - **Target customers**: B2B, primarily mid-market to Fortune 500 companies across a wide range of industries including automotive, consumer goods, medical, and industrial equipment in the US and globally. - **Mission or purpose statement**: "Making a Positive Difference" — through integral relationships and innovative solutions with customers, coworkers, and communities. Their vision is to leave the world better than they found it. ## Products & Services - **Product Development**: Integrated design and engineering services from concept through production, covering mechanical, electrical, and software engineering. - **Manufacturing Solutions**: Services to streamline processes, boost productivity, and advance manufacturing technology, including automation and process optimization. - **Electronics Engineering**: Design and development of electronic systems and embedded solutions. - **Talent Solutions**: Staffing and consulting to place top engineering, design, and technical talent into client teams (both short-term contractors and permanent hires). - **DISHER Extended Network (DEN)**: A vetted network of freelance and contract professionals (engineers, designers, project managers) who work on a project-by-project basis for DISHER clients. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (Private, ESOP-owned company). No external funding rounds. - **Key Metric**: Core team of 130+ employees, with an extended network (DEN) of over 70 experts. Headcount has grown significantly from a one-person operation founded in 2000. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (100% employee-owned). Bi-weekly meetings review state of the business, indicating strong internal transparency on financials. - **Growth Signals**: 130+ core team members signals steady, stable growth over 20+ years. They are an award-winning firm that augments teams for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies, indicating strong reputation and demand. ## Competitive Advantages - **Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)**: Every full-time core employee becomes an owner of the company, fostering a strong sense of ownership and alignment with the company’s long-term success. This is a powerful differentiator. - **Strong, Intentional Culture**: Built on 12 core culture characteristics (e.g., Unvarnished Communication, Trusting Relationships, Innovation, Stewardship) that are actively lived out through weekly team lunches, offsites, and ongoing feedback. - **Flexibility & Autonomy**: No fixed start/end times for workdays. Team members are encouraged to work where they are most productive (office, remote, or at client sites). - **High Employee Satisfaction**: 98% of teammates say DISHER is a great place to work, as per their internal Great Place to Work survey. - **Community Commitment**: 10% of profits are given back to community and nonprofit organizations. Employees get 20 paid hours of volunteer time annually. ## Strategic Focus - **Deepening Client Partnerships**: Moving beyond being "extra hands" to becoming true partners that help clients achieve their vision. - **Continuous Improvement**: Using workplace assessments (Great Place to Work, Denison Organizational Culture Survey) to refine culture and operations. - **Talent Development**: Investing heavily in their people through DISHER University, individual coaching, and personal development opportunities to maintain a high-caliber team. - **Expanding the Extended Network (DEN)**: Growing their network of vetted freelance talent to provide flexible, scalable solutions for clients. ## Why Work Here - **Culture is Core**: DISHER intentionally builds a collaborative, transparent, and supportive environment. Their 12 core characteristics guide how employees treat each other and customers. - **Flexible & Remote-Friendly**: They have no fixed daily start/end times and support working from the office in Zeeland, MI, from home, or at client locations, based on what is most productive. - **Exceptional Benefits**: - **Employee Ownership (ESOP)**: Full-time employees are immediately enrolled in an ESOP, providing a unique retirement benefit in addition to a 401k. - **Generous Time Off**: Up to 4 weeks of vacation plus 11 paid holidays. - **Parental Leave**: 2 weeks off after the birth or adoption of a child. - **Paid Impact Time**: 80 hours per year for community service, professional development, and charitable work. - **Insurance**: Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health resources. - **Team Bonding & Events**: Weekly all-team Friday lunches, two companywide offsites per year, a Christmas party, a summer picnic, and group sports sponsorships. - **Growth & Development**: Formal programs like DISHER University, educational reimbursement, individual coaching, and subject matter communities. ## Sources 1. [disher.com - Company Homepage](https://www.disher.com/) 2. [disher.com - About Us](https://www.disher.com/about/) 3. [disher.com - Careers Page](https://www.disher.com/careers/) 4. [disher.com - Our Culture Page](https://www.disher.com/our-culture/) 5. 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