About the job
Atwell, LLC provides consulting, engineering, and construction services for clients in real estate, land development, and energy sectors. The company has more than 2,000 employees and operates over 70 offices across the United States. Atwell has earned industry recognition, including ten years on Zweig Group’s “Best Place to Work” list, a #70 ranking on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, #14 on Crain’s “Fast 50,” and the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the Year for the Southeastern US.
Role overview
The Fire Safety Advisor - Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) leads the creation, implementation, and oversight of safety, health, and environmental (HSE) programs for BESS projects. This position ensures projects meet regulatory requirements, supports risk reduction, and encourages a strong safety culture throughout all stages of BESS development, construction, commissioning, and operations.
Key responsibilities
- Develop and manage HSE programs tailored to Battery Energy Storage Systems
- Ensure ongoing compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations during each project phase
- Promote strategies to mitigate risks associated with BESS projects
- Advise on hazards unique to BESS, such as electrical safety and thermal runaway
- Support a culture of safety from initial development through operational phases
Location
This position is based in Boulder, Colorado or Denver, Colorado, United States.
