ROCKFORD — Fehr Graham, a leading Midwest engineering and environmental firm, again secured a spot on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms list, ranking No. 474. The firm ranked No. 494 in 2022 and 471 in 2023.
This marks the third consecutive year the firm has been featured on the prestigious list, which ranks the largest engineering consulting firms in the United States based on design service revenue for the previous year.
Fehr Graham President Mick Gronewold is happy with the firm’s steady recognition.
“Every day, our team is committed to solving problems for clients,” Gronewold said. “Being named to the ENR list again doesn’t just recognize our firm’s capabilities — it celebrates the positive change we make in the communities where we operate and where our employees call home.”
Founded on Sept. 15, 1973, in Freeport, Illinois, by Al Fehr and Joe Graham, Fehr Graham has expanded from a single office with five employees to 15 offices across three states with 230 people. This growth includes a recent merger with Midwest Engineering Associates on April 1, and a strategic partnership with Trilon Group announced in May 2023.
“This recognition not only reflects Fehr Graham’s growth but the dedication and expertise of our employees who drive our success,” Gronewold said. “Their commitment to clients is all part of how we’re able to serve a larger footprint and bring our small firm feel with big firm capabilities to new areas. It’s a tribute to Al and Joe’s original vision.”
Fehr Graham partners with private and public entities to design and advance projects ranging from water and wastewater treatment plants to roads, bridges and highways. Our team also designs stormwater solutions, sanitary sewer collection systems, water distribution, production and storage facilities, parking lots, residential and commercial developments, parks and much more.
Midwest Engineering Associates joins Fehr Graham
EAST PEORIA, Ill. — Midwest Engineering, a 34-person engineering firm based in East Peoria, merged with Fehr Graham.
Midwest Engineering co-owners, Robert Culp, PE, CFM, and David Horton, PE, chose Fehr Graham because the two firms share a focus on providing value and innovative solutions to clients’ problems.
“We wanted a partner with similar values and business acumen,” Culp said. “Fehr Graham has grown over the years but has maintained a small firm feel by being attentive to clients, which resonated with our approach to client business.”
For Fehr Graham, Midwest Engineering’s established structural and transportation engineering services combined with expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering align with strategic growth objectives. Fehr Graham President Mick Gronewold, PE, appreciates how well the strengths of the people from both firms complement each other.
“When we saw the level of services and expertise Midwest Engineering brought to the table, we knew they would be a perfect addition to our team,” Gronewold said. “Their culture fits seamlessly with ours, and together, we’re stronger.”
During the transition, Midwest Engineering will be known as Midwest Engineering Associates, a Fehr Graham company. Together with 240 employees, the merger promises clients a broader spectrum of professional resources.
“Joining Fehr Graham opens doors to a large pool of expertise that will significantly benefit our clients,” Horton said. “It’s about providing a richer, more comprehensive service experience.”
Staff at Midwest Engineering Associates, a Fehr Graham company, will continue to operate from their respective offices in East Peoria and Peoria, Illinois, and Coralville, Iowa, ensuring uninterrupted service for clients.
Having served the Peoria region for 14 years, Midwest Engineering specializes in civil/site transportation, hydraulic, structural, construction engineering, mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering, professional land surveying and landscape architecture services.
Midwest Engineering Associates, a Fehr Graham company remains committed to its clients and community from its offices at 140 E. Washington St., East Peoria, Illinois; 1904 NE Monroe St., Peoria, Illinois; and 2000 James St., Suite 213, Coralville, Iowa.
