Dewberry's Peoria office is seeking an Discipline Lead -Mechanical, who will be responsible for knowing how to deliver the work committed to in proposals and assigning / leading the appropriate resources to do the work for each discipline area. The Discipline Lead will also assist Project/Client Managers by providing engineering resources – a design team - to help meet the client’s desires and budget. Duties would also include some involvement in direct MEP sales and assisting with sales efforts for multidiscipline projects. In short, provide the design/engineering resources and guidance to accomplish our commitments. Experience with Design/Build projects is a plus. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century. Dewberry offers a comprehensive and very competitive package of insurance programs to regular full-time employees and their eligible dependents the first of the month following their date of hire. The insurance package includes: medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life. Additional insurances, at no cost to the employee: life (employee only), accidental death and dismemberment, business travel and accident, and short- and long-term disability are also provided. Employees pay a share of Dewberry’s premium expenses (on a pre-tax basis) for medical and dental insurance plans. Dewberry offers a wide range of other employee benefits, including: 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan, 529 College Savings Plans, Travel Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Accounts and Supplemental Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and children. Positions within our officer program are also eligible for an annual bonus and stipend. Both vary based on level within the program and bonuses are dependent upon company performance. In addition, a host of discounted purchase programs are available to all employees. Supervisory responsibilities of a Discipline Lead include: • Growing, mentoring, and developing the staff within the department to allow each person to achieve their maximum potential • Minimum annual evaluations for each direct report • Providing leadership for department • Organizing staff in a way to allow career advancement, professional development, quality client service, and operational efficiencies to meet business and project financial goals • Taking a very active role in recruitment of staff in department including networking, recruitment, interviewing and “deal closing” • Establishing/improving standards for department operation and workflow • Ensuring the department is equipped with the tools necessary to be efficient and thorough in producing the work • Working closely with Principal Engineers within the MEP Department to establish, update and adhere to design standards Responsibilities: Discipline Leads are expected to provide the following to others on the design team to effectively and successfully complete projects: • Work schedule for department showing: • * Project assignments and priorities • Delivery due dates for group project commitments • Forecast of Workload/Capacity • Participate in Go/No Go decisions for commitment of resources necessary to complete projects • Participate in developing fee proposals and establishing project budgets • Review project objectives and provide detailed scope of services for contracts • Identify staff performing design of the project, along with a senior staff member if required • Identify Engineer of Record • Adherence to project design schedule • Notification to Project/Client Managers, in enough time to appropriately handle the situation, if established project design schedule cannot be met • Adherence to department project budgets. Review and provide updates on project budgets at milestone dates. Review discipline budgets weekly. • Provide general updates of projects (status in the process, tasks to complete, percentage complete currently, etc.) • Simply put – Department Managers control all production resources and all commitments must come from department leaders. Conversely – accountability for our deliveries comes from Department Managers. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Accomplished (10+ years of experience) Professional Engineer; knowledgeable of construction process, familiar with AIA construction contracts; self-motivated with highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal skills. Experience in staff management/department management. Experience in the design of various MEP systems. Well organized, takes good notes. Good conceptual understanding of plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems with general knowledge of system operation, space requirements, cost. The projected range for this position is $154,000-$198,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly. • At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. • Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. • Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law. Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information. #LI-JS1
See More Details >>Mechanical Technician Location: Bartonville/ Peoria, IL Department: Maintenance - Wire Mill Hourly Wage: $27.00-$35.00/hour + OT Opportunities Schedule: Full-time | Must be available for various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays Join our team as Mechanical Technician! Are you a skilled mechanical troubleshooter with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Do you have experience repairing complex machinery in a heavy industrial setting? If so, we want YOU on our team! What You'll Do: • Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical systems on rod mill machinery including rod blocks, cooling beds, shears, coilers, straighteners, roughing mills, finishing mills, laying heads, pinch rolls, and conveyors. • Perform comprehensive preventive maintenance activities including cleaning, lubrication, calibration, and scheduled overhauls. • Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems using advanced diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes, PLC analyzers, thermal imaging devices, and ultrasound detectors. • Rebuild and refurbish major components such as bearings, gears, pumps, motors, drives, rollers, couplings, spindles, and hydraulic actuators. • Maintain detailed maintenance records, including work orders, preventive maintenance logs, and reliability improvement initiatives. • Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance planning teams to optimize maintenance schedules and enhance process reliability. • Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) of equipment failures and implement corrective actions. • Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing machine availability and reducing maintenance costs. • Assist in training and mentoring junior maintenance personnel. What We're Looking For: Experience: Minimum 5+ years of industrial machine repair experience, ideally in a rod mill or heavy industrial setting. Education: High school diploma or GED required; technical school/apprenticeship preferred. Skills: • Expert knowledge in diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems. • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and maintenance manuals • Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies and tools. • Welding, machining, or millwright certification preferred • Strong communication skills and team-focused mindset Mindset: Independent problem-solver with commitment to a safety-first mindset and adherence to LOTO, confined space, and PPE standards. Why Join Us? We believe in taking care of our employees. Here's what we offer: Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, additional voluntary benefits (accident insurance, critical illness, and employee, spouse, and child whole life), flexible spending account (healthcare and dependent daycare), long-term disability, and participation in employee assistance program (EAP). Retirement Plans - 401(k) with company match. Career Growth - Opportunities for advancement within the organization. Ready to Make an Impact? Apply now and let's build something great together! We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Job Description: Dewberry has an opportunity for an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to join a growing group of professional engineers in our Peoria, IL office. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century. Responsibilities: Projects may include; new multi-building facilities, retrofit projects, laboratory, mission critical facilities, as well as energy conservation studies, facility condition assessments, and due diligence reports addressing operating conditions and construction costs. Required Skills & Required Experience: • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering required. • 0-2 years of experience. • Previous internship experience preferred. • Communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines. • Ability to coordinate the work of multiple disciplines. • Aiblity to prepare mechanical engineering calculations, reports, construction drawings and specifications, project schedules and cost estimates to meet project requirements. • Proficiency in CAD, Revit preferred and good working knowledge of MS Word and Excel required. • Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record required. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities. • At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. • Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. • Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law. Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information. Program Information: Entry-Level Class Program As an entry-level hire, you’ll be part of a class of peers with 0-1 year of professional experience. Our entry-level program comes together on a regular basis for professional development events and team building activities led by an advisory team to: • Form lasting connections with peers in your class. • Gain a better understanding of career growth and meaningful opportunities to align with your professional goals. • Expand your knowledge of Dewberry and what we do.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Peoria, IL, often begins with an apprenticeship that combines practical experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 7923 mechanical trade professionals in Peoria, with wages averaging $812 per week. Peoria offers a promising job market with a projected growth rate of 11% from 2023 to 2033, driven by the expanding demand for skilled mechanical workers in manufacturing, construction, and renewable energy sectors. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel help aspiring mechanical trade professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $80,000 annually for experienced professionals.
