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Entry Level Electrical Engineer

Dewberry
Dewberry Salary
Peoria, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2027

Job Description

Dewberry is currently seeking an Entry Level Electrical Engineer to jon our growing MEPS team in Peoria, IL  The Electrical Engineer is responsible for electrical engineering design, building information modeling (BIM) using Revit MEP software, CAD drafting using AutoCAD software, drawing production, specification writing, discipline coordination between the various trades, shop drawing and submittal reviews, construction site reviews, and code reviews for MEP systems for various projects.Successful candidates may be requested to participate in opportunities in other Dewberry offices. Duties may also include the review of MEP systems designed by others, interface with code officials and contractors, working with architects and other clients, and working with others within the Dewberry organization. This individual will work in a multi-discipline, team environment with primary responsibility for the design and production of construction documents for building systems. The engineer will also assist with the design and specification of power distribution systems, emergency generation systems, lighting, fire alarm, and other technology systems. 

 

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.

 

Required Skills & Required Experience

  • BS in Architectural Engineering or Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree from an ABET accredited university is required.
  • 0-2 years technical experience in the design of power distribution, lighting, life safety, and telecommunications systems.
  • PE preferred.
  • Must have experience designing electrical systems and producing design documents for buildings in Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
  • Self-motivated with highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
  • Well organized, takes good notes

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employee’s. 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.

  

The projected range for this position is $75,804 - $78,304 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.

 

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.

Salary : $75,804 - $78,304

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