Full-Time

Design/ Controls Engineer

PLC Programming

Posted on 10/31/2025

Latitude

Latitude

11-50 employees

Full-service staffing for technical roles

Compensation Overview

$80k - $125k/yr

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Taneytown, MD, USA

Hybrid

Two days remote per week.

Category
Electrical Engineering (7)
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Requirements
  • strong experience in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA systems
  • design, develop, program, and implement industrial automation and control systems
  • hands-on engineer who can work from concept to commissioning
  • ability to ensure systems are reliable, safe, and optimized for performance
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and implement automation control systems, including hardware and software, to meet project requirements.
  • Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent) for industrial applications.
  • Develop and configure HMI and SCADA interfaces for system monitoring, control, and reporting.
  • Create and maintain electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
  • Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning both in-house and on-site.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to define system specifications and deliver solutions on time and within budget.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and best engineering practices.
  • Provide technical support, training, and documentation for installed systems.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to minimize downtime and optimize system performance.

Latitude Inc. is a staffing firm that provides specialized technical and professional personnel to both public and private sectors. It offers contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placements, focusing on Technology, Engineering, Scientific, and Communications industries. The company operates by maintaining a dedicated recruiting staff that sources qualified candidates and charges fees to clients for successful placements and staffing services. It has a notable government sector presence and positions itself as a self-certified small business to compete for government contracts. Latitude’s goal is to deliver cost-effective staffing solutions that meet the specific needs of its clients by supplying qualified personnel through tailored staffing arrangements, ensuring reliable support for IT and technical programs across both sectors.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Hanover, Maryland

Founded

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $31M revenue fuels expansion in government technical staffing programs.
  • 11-50 employees with energized culture attract specialized talent.
  • Management's 35+ years experience spans IT, engineering, and bioscience.

What critics are saying

  • Allegis Group undercuts contracts with 20-30% lower rates in 6-12 months.
  • $31M revenue exceeds SBA threshold, barring set-aside contracts in 3-6 months.
  • Eightfold AI displaces manual recruiting as DoD adopts 40% faster matching in 12-24 months.

What makes Latitude unique

  • Latitude specializes in technical staffing for DoD and civilian agencies since 2003.
  • Self-certified small business targets government IT, engineering, and cyber contracts.
  • Dedicated recruiters provide cost-effective contract and permanent placements.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Remote Work Options

Professional Development Budget

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