About this role
Seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design, operation, analysis, and maintenance of electrical systems serving central plant and building infrastructure. This role focuses on power distribution, control systems, protection schemes, and energy-efficient operation of utility equipment. Responsibilities include evaluating existing electrical systems and designs to improve performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and resilience across a variety of building systems.
\n- Serve as a subject matter expert in:
- Medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, including load calculations, short-circuit analysis, arc flash studies, and coordination studies
- Electrical equipment such as generators, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, panelboards, motors, pumps, compressors, and fans
- Electrical controls and automation, including integration with building automation systems
- Additional Responsibilities
- Perform detailed evaluations of electrical systems through field assessments and review of drawings, single-line diagrams, control schematics, and technical documentation
- Develop projects to enhance system efficiency and resilience, including preparation of project scopes, plans, budgets, and technical specifications
- Conduct root-cause analyses of electrical system failures and performance issues
- Understand and support acceptance testing and ongoing maintenance testing such as infrared thermography, insulation resistance testing, and breaker timing tests
- Apply applicable electrical codes, regulations, and industry standards (including NEC, NFPA 70E, and IEEE standards) to ensure compliance in recommended solutions
- Identify inefficiencies and energy waste across lighting, HVAC systems, motors, controls, and other electrical components
- Prepare detailed technical reports outlining findings, recommendations, implementation strategies, and potential cost savings for stakeholders
- Communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical audiences and provide customer-facing support as needed
- Stay current with advancements in electrical engineering, energy efficiency technologies, and regulatory requirement
- Candidates must meet one of the following combinations:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 7 years of experience supporting building or site electrical systems
- Associate degree or equivalent technical education with a minimum of 10 years of experience working with electrical systems
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Relevant industry certifications such as:
- InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) Level 3 or Level 4
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET)
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Energy audits and efficiency studies
- Microgrids and distributed energy resources (e.g., solar, battery energy storage)
- Life-cycle cost analysis
- Preparation and delivery of formal multimedia presentations
- Training and mentoring technical staff
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About Latitude Inc
Company Summary
Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with an office in Winter Park, FL. Latitude provides consulting services to a wide range of industries (Technology, Engineering, Scientific, Communications) in both the Private and Public Sectors. We are a contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement personnel agency providing clients with skilled professional employees of all skill levels.
Latitude provides its services to businesses in the Beltway Corridor, Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia regions. However, we are not limited to these areas as we will work with Nationwide Clients. As a company, Latitude differs from other temporary and permanent placement agencies because of the experience of it's owners and the talent and professionalism of it's employees.
With 30 plus years of experience, Latitude's Management team understands what is required to service the needs of the most complex clients and organizations. Our recruiters and consultants are chosen based on their experience and track records within the industry. This commitment to excellence will ensure successful results and most importantly cost efficiency for our client.
Latitude provides each of the following services for all clients and tailors these services to the particular needs of the client.
• Individualized recruiting and reference checking
• Skills evaluation and preliminary interviewing for each employee
• In person screening prior to client interview
• Background checks and drug tests at client request
• Software and technical testing
What you'll do
- The Electrical Engineer will evaluate and improve existing electrical systems for performance, reliability, and energy efficiency. Responsibilities also include conducting detailed assessments and developing projects to enhance system resilience.
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