--- title: 'Mechanical Engineer at DISHER' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/mechanical-engineer-disher-lansing-d3xgzqwf91xz' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Mechanical Engineer at DISHER - **Company:** DISHER - **Location:** Lansing, MI - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-09-30 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/disher/b77b6cad-8346-43e7-b10f-bc9f7abc4b45 ## Job description Mechanical Engineer – Lansing, MI DISHER is partnering with an engineering-forward architecture firm based in Lansing, MI, to add a Mechanical Engineer to their growing team. They are known for combining deep engineering expertise with architectural thinking to deliver functional, safe, and thoughtfully designed buildings across commercial, industrial, education, mixed-use, and multi-family projects. In this role, you will help design and analyze building mechanical systems—from HVAC and plumbing to process piping and ventilation—from concept through construction, collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and clients. What it’s like to work here This company is a tight-knit A/E design firm that values friendship, community, and a collaborative, confidently humble culture. The team emphasizes professionalism without ego, continuous learning, and supporting one another across disciplines to advance engineering and architectural excellence. Relationships matter here—they invest in long-term client partnerships and in building careers, not just projects, and you’ll join a group that enjoys working together and takes pride in delivering high-quality work for clients who value a strong design team. What you'll get to do: - Collaborate with project stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and requirements for the mechanical aspects of facility-related projects. - Prepare plans and specifications for mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, ductwork, water treatment, process piping, and industrial exhaust/ventilation systems. - Design and/or analyze mechanical systems across various market sectors, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements. - Develop and maintain construction document packages, including drawings, specifications, and supporting documentation for issuance to contractors and construction teams. - Utilize knowledge of materials, labor, and construction methods to develop accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems. - Review and provide feedback on detailed design drawings to ensure accuracy, functionality, and adherence to project specifications. - Coordinate mechanical designs with structural, electrical, and architectural disciplines to ensure integrated, efficient system performance. What will make you successful: - Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. - Mechanical engineering experience, preferably with facility-related and/or industrial projects. - Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and piping system design and relevant codes (such as ASHRAE, MMC, MPC, IMC, and IPC). - Proficiency with Autodesk Revit for mechanical design and documentation. - Experience with energy-efficient system design; CEM and/or LEED accreditation is a plus. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop practical, innovative mechanical solutions with high attention to detail. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic setting. ## 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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