Electrical Engineering Consulting That Solves Real Problems

Not every electrical challenge has an off-the-shelf solution. Sometimes you need an experienced electrical engineer who can analyze your specific situation, navigate code requirements, and develop solutions that actually work for your facility.

Whether you’re planning a major renovation, troubleshooting persistent system issues, evaluating infrastructure capacity, or navigating complex compliance requirements, you need engineering expertise you can trust. At Shaw Consulting Services, we provide electrical engineering consulting that combines technical knowledge with a practical understanding of how buildings and facilities actually operate.

We’re not just running calculations, we’re helping you make informed decisions about your electrical infrastructure.

When Engineering Consulting Is Required

Building expansions and renovations

often reveal capacity questions that existing documentation can’t answer. Will your service support the additional load? Do you need new panels, or can you tap existing distribution? An electrical engineer provides the analysis and documentation needed for permitting and contractor bidding.

Equipment Installations

for significant electrical loads, data centers, industrial machinery, commercial kitchen equipment, and medical imaging systems require engineering review to verify compatibility with existing infrastructure and ensure code-compliant installation.

Code Compliance Issues

identified during inspections or audits need engineering solutions. Whether it’s arc flash labeling, proper grounding systems, or overcurrent protection coordination, an electrical engineer develops compliant approaches that work for your facility.

Power Quality Problems

like voltage fluctuations, harmonic distortion, or unexplained equipment failures require systematic engineering investigation to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.

Due Diligence Reviews

for property acquisitions benefit from engineering assessment of electrical infrastructure condition, remaining useful life, and deferred maintenance exposure.

Utility Coordination

for service upgrades, interconnection agreements, or rate structure evaluation often requires engineering calculations and documentation to support your requests.

What’s Included in an Arc Flash Assessment

Your completed arc flash study includes detailed incident energy calculations for every piece of electrical equipment workers might need to access, from main switchgear down to motor control centers and panel boards. You’ll receive durable arc flash labels ready for installation, a complete report documenting our analysis and methodology, single-line diagram updates reflecting current system conditions, and specific recommendations for reducing incident energy levels through coordination improvements or engineering controls.

We also provide training coordination guidance so your safety team knows how to implement findings and maintain compliance going forward.

Who Needs an Arc Flash Assessment

If your facility has workers who perform electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, or testing, you need an arc flash assessment. This includes manufacturing plants with production equipment, healthcare facilities with critical power systems, commercial buildings with on-site maintenance teams, educational institutions with physical plant operations, and industrial facilities with high-voltage distribution.

Atlanta-area facilities with aging electrical infrastructure or those that have undergone expansions without updating safety documentation should prioritize assessment. The same applies if you’ve experienced nuisance tripping, coordination issues, or other signs that your protective devices might not be optimally configured.

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How Often Arc Flash Studies Should Be Updated

NFPA 70E requires updates every five years or whenever changes affect the electrical system. But here’s what that really means: if you add equipment, replace breakers, change utility service, or modify system configuration, you need to update your study. The five-year timeline is a backstop, not a postponement.

Think of it this way, your assessment is only accurate for the system it analyzed. Changes invalidate portions of your study, potentially leaving workers exposed to unquantified hazards.

How long does an arc flash assessment take?

Most facilities require 2-4 weeks from data collection through final deliverables, depending on system complexity and documentation availability.

What information do I need to provide?

Single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, protective device settings, and utility service details. We’ll work with whatever you have and supplement through field verification.

Do you need to shut down equipment?

Generally no. Most data collection occurs with systems energized. We coordinate any necessary outages well in advance.

What if our drawings are outdated?

That’s common. We verify and update information during field work, ensuring your final documentation reflects actual conditions.

Why Choose Shaw Consulting Services

We’re not just running calculations, we’re giving you actionable safety intelligence. Our assessments focus on practical implementation, not just regulatory checkbox compliance. We explain findings in plain language, provide clear recommendations, and make sure your team understands how to use the information effectively.

As an Atlanta-based firm, we understand the specific challenges facilities in our area face, from utility coordination issues to the practical realities of implementing safety programs in existing buildings.

Ready to protect your team and achieve compliance?

Schedule your arc flash assessment with Shaw Consulting Services today. Call us or fill out our contact form to discuss your facility’s specific needs.