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2mo ago
Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States· Full-time
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Market pay estimate
$140,000–$227,500 / year for comparable Design Engineer roles in United States. Estimated from 47 similar postings (medium confidence) — not stated by the employer.
Role overview
Job description
DISHER is currently seeking a Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you'll bring advanced mechanical engineering design and product development expertise to customer projects, primarily in the furniture industry, taking products from concept through launch. You'll design, develop, and validate physical products and assemblies, and play a key role in shaping technical direction along the way. If you're energized by innovation and new product development, you'll feel right at home here.
What it's like to work here:
Make a positive difference! It's why we exist. We are always looking for teammates who are eager to use their diverse set of talents with our customers, coworkers, and communities. We want to leave the world better than we found it.
Enjoy coming to work! 98% of our team says DISHER is a great place to work. It's not just the innovative projects we work on - it's the way we care about each other and cheer each other on. Our positive culture can be seen in our Subject Matter Communities, sport and hobby groups, Friday all-team lunches, and community projects.
Grow with us! Your personal development matters to us. We have a growing team of diverse skill sets, passions, and capabilities who like to share their knowledge through mentoring, subject matter communities, and collaborative project work.
What you'll get to do:Collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to support full product development.
Lead the design, development, and validation of mechanical assemblies and product systems, including CAD modeling, tolerance and fit analysis, and strength calculations.
Design, prototype, test, and document mechanical designs for new product development.
Apply mechanical engineering principles such as mathematical modeling, FMEA, DVP&R, and manufacturing process knowledge.
Lead design reviews and guide technical decision-making across projects.
Develop and execute validation strategies, including testing at certified labs and field validation.
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.
Engage with customers and vendors on-site, providing technical leadership and building strong relationships.
What will make you succesful:Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
5+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
Self-starter with an entrepreneurial, adaptable mindset.
Strong problem-solving skills and comfortable operating in ambiguity and shaping undefined requirements.
Proven experience with CAD software such as Creo and/or SolidWorks.
Advanced-level knowledge of design engineering tools such as FMEA and DVP&R.
Strong understanding of engineering materials (plastics, metals, composites) and manufacturing processes.
Ability to travel to local customer sites is essential; occasional domestic travel.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with customers and cross-functional teams.
Ability to document work thoroughly and communicate technical concepts effectively.
Must have the current and continuing right to work in the United States of America without restrictions or expirations.
Make a positive difference! It's why we exist. We are always looking for teammates who are eager to use their diverse set of talents with our customers, coworkers, and communities. We want to leave the world better than we found it.
Enjoy coming to work! 98% of our team says DISHER is a great place to work. It's not just the innovative projects we work on - it's the way we care about each other and cheer each other on. Our positive culture can be seen in our Subject Matter Communities, sport and hobby groups, Friday all-team lunches, and community projects.
Grow with us! Your personal development matters to us. We have a growing team of diverse skill sets, passions, and capabilities who like to share their knowledge through mentoring, subject matter communities, and collaborative project work.
What you'll get to do:
What will make you succesful:
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About this listing
- Source: Disher's official careers site · still listed there on 12 Nov 2026
- Posted 29 Oct 2026
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What they are looking for
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5+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development
Department · Disher
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Disher
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