Mechanical Design Engineer - Zeeland, Michigan DISHER is currently looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with design experience, preferably in SolidWorks, NX, or Inventor. As a part of the team, you will get to partner with a variety of customers on design projects, including new product design and launch, automation equipment design, and industrial equipment design. You will work directly on customer projects and collaborate cross-functionally with various teams. We are looking for someone who is energized by innovation and problem-solving.
What you will get to do:- Work on a variety of equipment and other design engineering projects.
- Design automation equipment and sellable industrial (non-automation) equipment.
- Occasionally support equipment troubleshooting and improvements.
- Design, prototype, test, and document mechanical designs for new product development.
- Engage with customers and vendors on-site, providing technical leadership and building strong relationships.
- Lead design reviews and guide technical decision-making across projects.
- Estimate technical tasks, timelines, and project scope for customer engagements.
- Contribute to and improve internal engineering tools, processes, and best practices.
- Support business development through technical input on proposals and customer discussions.
- Mentor entry-level engineers and contribute to developing team capabilities and consulting excellence.
- Participate in DISHER internal projects and stewardship teams.
What will make you successful:- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 5 - 10 years of relevant engineering and design experience.
- Experience in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks, NX, or Inventor.
- Experience with complicated conceptual designs vs. simple complete designs.
- Familiarity with systems and subsystems.
- Openness to trying new things, failing fast, and an excitement for designing new things.
- Strong problem-solving skills and comfortable operating in ambiguity and shaping undefined requirements.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with customers and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to document work thoroughly and communicate technical concepts effectively.
- Ability to interpret and anticipate customer needs and think of the bigger picture.
- Independent worker with the understanding of when to ask for help.
- Ability to travel to local customer sites is essential; occasional domestic travel.
- Must have the current and continuing right to work in the United States of America without restrictions or expirations.
