Senior Engineer, Generation

ATCO Ltd.$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering required.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation required.
  • 7-10 years of experience in operations, design, and construction of generation facilities.
  • Strong knowledge of regulated utility business and budget management.
  • Experience in mentoring and leading teams.
  • Proven project management capabilities.
  • Exceptional troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a results-driven mindset.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Supervisory experience with trade personnel.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage equipment overhauls across the generating fleet.
  • Develop prioritized multi-year capital plans based on safety, reliability, and cost considerations.
  • Lead capital execution from design to operations integration.
  • Oversee hiring, onboarding, and performance management of direct reports.
  • Identify and justify capital maintenance projects for isolated generation facilities.
  • Manage project charters, execution plans, and secure funding approvals.
  • Coordinate with contractors and internal teams to deliver on project objectives.

Benefits

  • Culture focused on caring, integrity, and collaboration.
  • Relocation assistance provided.
  • Flexible benefits plan available.
  • Tuition assistance and training programs offered.
  • Charitable donation matching included.
  • Comprehensive northern benefit package with additional monthly allowance and vacation days.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Division : ATCO Electric Yukon - Engineering

Location : Whitehorse, YT

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Generation Supervisor, this position is responsible for providing process leadership in several key areas of the essential services that ATCO Electric Yukon provides to customers. This role leads the delivery of a growing capital portfolio addressing load growth, aging infrastructure, supply chain and logistics constraints, and increasing automation requirements across remote generation and substation assets. It requires practical, hands-on problem solving across technical and logistical challenges, while driving projects from design through to operational turnover in a rural, resource-constrained environment. Operating within a small but engaged and passionate team, the role also contributes to the development of prioritized multi-year capital plans, and justification to regulatory bodies. The position includes supervisory responsibility for direct reports, contractors, and consultants, ensuring effective execution of the capital program as the utility advances modernization, reliability, and process improvements.

Responsibilities:

Multi-Year Capital Planning
  • Plan and manage equipment overhauls for the entire generating fleet.
  • Develop multi-year capital plans projects prioritized from analysis of capacity, reliability, safety and environment risks, and cost-saving or performance improvement opportunities. The program will consider funding, resourcing, operational, regulatory, and technical constraints to be practical and ambitious towards the business unit's goals.


Leadership

  • Take the lead on capital execution, from design development to operations integration. This requires selection, stewardship, and leadership of multiple different contractors and consultants, ensuring they are delivering to business expectations and project needs.
  • Responsible for hiring, onboarding, performance management, and scheduling or prioritizing the work of direct reports.
  • Suggest process improvements and assist in development of procedures and work tools.
  • Provide technical input and assistance to operations, based upon competency and relevant experience.
  • Regular communication with multiple stakeholders, regarding project progress, influencing resources and outcomes, leading change, and reporting key performance indicators.
  • Support, provide input and/or coach other members of the generation team.


Execute Capital Maintenance Projects for Isolated Generation

  • Identify and justify capital maintenance projects for isolated generation, including analysis of operational issues, alternatives, and improvement opportunities. Prepare supporting reports and memoranda.
  • Develop project charters, execution plans, statements of work, and design basis documents; secure funding approvals with appropriate budget estimates through stage gates.
  • Manage internal and external engineering, environmental, legal/land, and technical resources to deliver designs, work packages, and permits.
  • Prepare and validate design and technical documentation for smaller work packages within their discipline.
  • Oversee contractors for demolition, installation, transport, and testing activities.
  • Coordinate internal resources for permitting and commissioning and inspections to ensure safety, quality, and completeness.
  • Lead procurement activities, including requisitions, tender evaluations, recommendations, and contract administration.
  • Coordinate with external project managers on large, complex projects to support delivery, funding, and procurement requirements.
  • Monitor and control project scope, budget, schedule, and quality to meet performance expectations.
  • Provide construction oversight and ensure commissioning and testing plans are executed using appropriate resources.
  • Lead project close-out and review processes, capturing lessons learned and driving continuous improvement.
  • Ensure all engineering activities comply with AEY's Professional Practice Management Plan.
  • Other duties as required.


Provide Input into the GRA Processes
  • Preparation of regulatory business cases for individual appropriations.
  • Prepare issue briefs and white papers for a variety of audiences.
  • Answer IRs.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is required.
  • 7-10 years of direct experience with operations and design and construction of generation facilities and electric utility infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of regulated utility business and budget management.
  • Experience with mentoring, coaching, and leading teams.
  • Project management experience.
  • Strong trouble shooting and analytics skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Dedication to producing results.
  • Excellent communications skills (written, verbal and interpersonal).
  • Supervisory skills with trade personnel.


What We Offer:
  • A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
  • Competitive compensation
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Flex benefits
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Training and mentorship programs
  • Charitable donation matching


Comprehensive Northern Benefit Package:

At ATCO Electric Yukon, we value our employees and recognize the unique challenges of working in Northern communities. We offer a comprehensive northern benefit package, including an additional percentage of base salary as a northern allowance, providing financial security, and recognizing the commitment you make to this extraordinary region. Additionally, you will receive an extra monthly allowance and additional vacation days, ensuring a well-rounded compensation package.

Embrace the Northern Lifestyle:

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and embrace the tranquility and serenity of Yukon's wilderness. Discover endless opportunities for outdoor adventures, from hiking through pristine forests and fishing in crystal-clear lakes to photographing the diverse wildlife that calls Yukon home. Yukon is renowned for its warm and welcoming community, known for its strong sense of camaraderie and support.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Issued: June 25, 2026

Deadline: July 10, 2026

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