Innovators. Engineers. Technologists. DISHER delivers innovative solutions and an intentional approach.

Aaron Koerth

Product Development Engineer

Aaron has a B.S. in Engineering Graphics and Design from Western Michigan University, with an emphasis on Automotive Engineering. He specializes in automotive part design, and also has experience in a variety of industries. Aaron is a sports fan and a real car nut.

Brennan Steenhoek

Product Development Engineer

Brennan is excited to apply his engineering knowledge to real engineering solutions for DISHER customers. He recently earned his BS in Engineering with a Mechanical concentration along with a Business minor from Calvin College. Brennan is a music aficionado and is able to play numerous instruments including piano, violin, bass, and guitar. He also enjoys card games, strategy games, running, and peanut butter Captain Crunch.

Brennen Proudfit

Machine | Product Development Engineer

Brennen just completed his Freshman year at Kettering University. While young, Brennen already has four years of SolidWorks experience under his belt and co-op experience at Ford. Brennen is an off-road enthusiast who loves being on the sand dunes with his friends and family. He enjoys tinkering on cars and trucks and building things with his brother and friends.

Brian Sommer

Product Development Engineer

With a BS in Engineering Design and Minor in Automotive Systems from Western Michigan University, Brian enjoys engineering product development solutions. “Taking an idea from a thought to a physical object is what I enjoy most.” Brian’s hero is Neil deGrasse Tyson with his magical power to make us think more broadly about our world and universe. Brian enjoys biking, boating, snowboarding, web design, drawing, producing electronic music, & more.

Charles Crouch

Product Development Engineer

Charles has a B.S. in Engineering Design and experience in new product development. He specializes in mechanism design, CAE, and complex CAD modeling with Pro Engineer and excels at solving engineering problems in a team atmosphere. He enjoys sports, cars and the outdoors.

Chris McKitrick

Product Development Engineer

Chris has a B.S. in Product Design and Development from Eastern Michigan University and is currently pursuing a M.S. in Engineering Management there. He has extensive knowledge in CATIA V5, automotive exterior & interiors, plastics part design, and design feasibility progression. Chris has global experience leading design projects in places like China, Germany, Japan, and a handful of others, enjoying traveling and visiting new places.

Chuck Beasley

Product Development Engineer

Chuck has a diverse background across many industries and brings those 30 years of design, quality and manufacturing experience to life in a positive and creative manner. He enjoys his community service and mission trips each year as a part of his way of giving back to the world.

Collin Riemersma

Product Development Engineer

Collin is a recent graduate of Ferris State University who majored in Mechanical Engineering Technology. His previous work history in industrial automation combined with his hard-working attitude has allowed him to learn a variety of different skill sets. Most of his work has taken place on the shop floor where he has had hands-on experience with machine building. These previous positions have not only enhanced his technical skills but have also proven his design and problem-solving capabilities.

Dennis Smith

Mechanical Engineer

Dennis has over 10 years of experience as a product and manufacturing engineer in the furniture and automotive industry. His passion for lean product development has helped customers launch and support dozens of new products.

Foster Hovey

Machine | Product Development Engineer

“I love the fact that I get to do my hobbies for a living. It doesn’t matter what I’m doing… as long as it’s engineering!” Foster graduated with a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University. In his spare time, Foster enjoys tinkering, making things… and getting grease and sawdust everywhere! If Foster had the chance, he would live in the Canadian Rocky Mountains as their size and beauty puts things into perspective.

Hunter Kostal

Project Engineer

Hunter has his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University and has worked in automotive and product design companies in a variety of roles. Hunter loves the outdoors including camping, mountain biking, rock climbing, hunting and fishing. He also has four scuba certifications.

Joe Brandonisio

Project Engineer

Joe brings strong manufacturing experience to the DISHER team. For the last seven years, he has worked in project management, production engineering, and plant-site supervision roles. Joe received his Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemical Engineering from Hope College. His favorite sport is water polo which he played in high school. Joe enjoys music. You can find him playing in the Holland Street Performer Series during the summer or in his worship band at church.

Joe Brophy

Product Design Engineer

Joe brings close to three decades worth of product design skills to the DISHER team. He earned his BSME from Michigan State University, and since then has dedicated his career to developing various consumer products. When he isn’t focusing on CAD, Joe spends his time traveling the world alongside his family, eating obscene amounts of nachos, and playing on a coed soccer team with his wife.

Jon Brock

Machine | Product Development Engineer

Jon has a BS in Engineering with a Mechanical emphasis from Calvin College. He holds certifications as both a Certified SolidWorks Professional and also a Certified DriveWorks Professional. Jon enjoys mountain biking as well as golfing and also volunteers at the First Tee of West Michigan.

Joshua Manninen

Product Development Engineer

Joshua is motivated by engaging, diverse challenges and helping people solve problems. After six years as a mechanical engineer in the trucking industry, Joshua is applying his skills at DISHER. Joshua received a BS in Mechanical Engineering – Engineering Mechanics from Michigan Technological University with a Minor in Product Design. He is also a Professional Engineer for the state of Michigan. Joshua enjoys spending time with his wife and three young sons. He also appreciates cars, music, sports, travel, and food!

Maddie Swets

Product Development Engineer

Maddie is a Calvin College alumni with a BS in Mechanical Engineering who has a knack for problem solving and passion for tackling complex engineering challenges. In her free time, she enjoys painting, creating pottery, and visiting her family in Minnesota.  Maddie loves trying new things through intramural sports, food, and traveling.”

Matt Engle

Machine | Product Development Engineer

Matt has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Lake Superior State University.  He is an ISO certified Category III Vibration Analyst and Certified Solidworks Professional.

Matt Steenwyk

Product Development Engineer

Matt has been working in Product Development for 14 years, primarily in the material handling industry.  His experience spans concepting, design and sourcing through to production and product launch.

Mike Zwiers

Product Development Engineer

Mike has a B.S. in Product Design & Manufacturing Engineering from Grand Valley State University with over 16 years of industry experience. He has developed many products  across a wide array of industries from Automotive to consumer product to furniture to lighting development and more. He enjoys working on cars, kiteboarding, and solving problems.

Nate Vlietstra

Product Development Engineer

Nate has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin – Madison and a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering from Grand Valley State University. He provides capability and experience in product design, CAD design, quality and regulatory engineering, and biomechanics and data analysis.

Nate Woznick

Machine | Product Development Engineer

Nate is all about creating more efficiencies and improving systems to better the world around us. He recently graduated with a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan. Nate enjoys spending time with his new bride, friends, and family. If he’s not playing basketball, golfing, or travelling— Nate can be found reading a great book with a good cup of coffee.

Nathan Cummings

Product Development Engineer

“I believe you reap what you sow; therefore, I work hard to get the most out of every opportunity given,” comments Nathan. Nathan enjoys life and lives it with purpose in Christ. His hobbies include mission trips, recreational vehicles, sports, and spending time with family. Nathan’s alma matter is Ferris State where he received an Automotive Engineering Technology degree. On Karaoke night, Nathan would sing with Long Black Train by Josh Turner.

Nick Tonar

Machine | Product Development Engineer

Nick comes to DISHER with design engineering experience that dates back to 2005. He’s done everything from designing part assemblies to supervising the parts successfully through the manufacturing process. Nick attended Ferris State University where he received his BS degree in Product Design Engineering Technology, and an Associate in Applied Science – CAD Drafting and Tool Design. Nick enjoys boating, woodworking, and automobiles. His favorite sport to watch and play is football.

Patrick Grossman

Product Development Engineer

Patrick graduated from Michigan Tech with a BS in Mechanical Engineering and has nearly 20 years of experience with mechanical design and FEA. He has developed and analyzed products in a variety of industries but specializes in welded structures, metal fatigue, and injection-molded components and assemblies. Patrick enjoys restoring vintage cars, tinkering with audio equipment, and time with family.

Robbie Schreur

Mechanical Design Engineer

Robbie Schreur is a Mechanical Design Engineer with his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Grand Valley State University. He enjoys hiking, playing and watching sports. Basketball is his favorite sport. If he could live anywhere, he’d live in West Michigan in summer and Florida in the winter.

Sean Townshend

Mechanical Engineer

Sean has a BS in Mechanical Engineering and a BS in Psychology, both from Grand Valley State University. As a product engineer, he facilitates design and manufacturing changes on production parts. He has a strong background in statistical analysis and is a self-proclaimed sommelier.

Todd Kercher

Product Development Engineer

Todd has a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from New Mexico State University.  For the last 30 years he has been involved in all phases of design and development of a large variety of products.  He enjoys traveling, sports, time with his friends and family and is active in the community.

Trevor Campbell

Project Engineer

Trevor’s sweet spot is solving complex problems with a great team of people. Trevor received his Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Alaska – Fairbanks. In fact, if he could live anywhere in the world he would choose to return to Alaska to enjoy his hobbies of hiking, camping, and hunting. Trevor is also passionate about hockey, breweries, trying new foods, and Seinfeld reruns.

Tyler Last

Product Development Engineer

Tyler has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University. He has several years of product design and development experience in a variety of industries, but specializes in injection molding. Highly trained in NX Unigraphics and Solidworks. At home, he enjoys working on his many mechanical projects and hobby farming with his wife.

Tyler Rumsey

Machine | Product Development Engineer

Tyler Rumsey has his Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Hope College and is a Product Development Engineer specializing in SolidWorks design. His background includes design engineering for conveyor systems as well as leading IT and SolidWorks needs for the team. In his free time, Tyler enjoys hunting, fishing, mountain biking, working on cars and playing the banjo.

Zach Neville

Machine | Product Development Engineer

Zach has a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from Grand Valley State University and primarily works as a Machine Design Engineer using SolidWorks. He plays golf, softball, and soccer in his spare time.