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ATCO

Senior Project Engineer, Generation

Whitehorse, YT, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 14, 2026
Experience: 7-10 years of direct experience with operations and design and construction of generation facilities and electric utility infrastructure.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 29, 2026

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Division : ATCO Electric Yukon - Engineering

Location : Whitehorse, YT

Your energy belongs here!

Always there. Anywhere. That’s us! We’ve got a lot of energy at ATCO, focused on creating prosperity for generations to come. Embrace challenge and growth because your career journey at ATCO has the potential to be full of new experiences, inspiring challenges, and growth without boundaries. 

Are you an experienced engineer seeking a fresh adventure? Look no further than the rugged and untamed beauty of the Yukon, where opportunities abound for qualified professionals like you. Join us on a journey to the North, where you can play a vital role in powering remote communities and discover a lifestyle like no other!

Embark on an extraordinary journey as an engineer in the Yukon, where untamed wilderness and professional challenges await. Join a collaborative and dedicated team, showcase your expertise in diverse environments, and contribute to the development of the region's infrastructure while enjoying a fulfilling and adventurous lifestyle. Yukon is calling - answer the challenge and become part of a community that values collaboration and creates a brighter future together.

At ATCO, our senior engineers form a crucial component to the overall business and their value is consistently recognized. Here you will have opportunities to lead initiatives with your technical expertise and will be propelled to take responsibility and embrace challenge. It’s part of our culture of growth and caring - for each other, our communities, and for those who need us. It comes down to trusting people and taking every opportunity to ensure they feel part of our peer community.

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
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.

If there is something that you wish to pursue the company will often give you the time/financial support to do so.

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

ATCO Electric Yukon is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6,000 employees and assets of $23 billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at www.ATCO.com.

Issued: September 29, 2026

Deadline: October 13, 2026

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Responsibilities

The Senior Project Engineer leads the delivery of capital projects for generation and substation assets, managing the full lifecycle from design to operational turnover. They are also responsible for multi-year capital planning, regulatory business cases, and supervising direct reports, contractors, and consultants.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering and possess a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation. A minimum of 7-10 years of direct experience in the design, construction, and operation of generation facilities and utility infrastructure is required.

Skills

Project management
Capital planning
Electrical engineering
Mechanical engineering
Civil engineering
Budget management
Team leadership
Mentoring
Contract administration
Procurement
Regulatory compliance
Troubleshooting
Construction oversight
Commissioning
Stakeholder communication

Benefits

Northern allowance
Monthly allowance
Additional vacation days
Relocation assistance
Flex benefits
Training and mentorship programs
Charitable donation matching

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Keywords

Generation facilities
Substation assets
Capital portfolio
Infrastructure
Regulatory bodies
Procurement
Tender evaluations
Commissioning
GRA processes
Utility infrastructure
Project charters
Contract administration
Performance management
Automation
Logistics
Supply chain
Engineering design
Construction management
Budgeting

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