The Opportunity: Full Time Permanent Position
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Who we are: Yukon Energy is the primary generator and transmitter of electrical energy in the Yukon territory, operating within the Traditional Territories of Yukon First Nations. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability and collaboration with Indigenous communities across all our operations.
What will you do:
- Plan, organize, and direct mechanical utility projects from start to finish under the supervision of the Manager, Mechanical Engineering.
- Develop mechanical engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Prepare written reports for mechanical utility maintenance and construction programs.
- Manage all phases of the project, including concept, design, construction, and closeout.
What you need to succeed:
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with P.Eng. Designation in Canada and must be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer in the Yukon.
- Experience and knowledge of power utility maintenance and/or operations.
- Detailed knowledge of mechanical engineering theory, design and operating mechanism/parameters of hydro-generator and thermal units.
- Working knowledge of mechanical engineering codes and standards, and regulations that apply to electrical utility generation facilities.
- Ability to work independently on engineering projects.
- Working knowledge of Project Management processes and principles.
- Ability to perform project manager’s role for electric utility projects.
- Excellent ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and outside agents.
- Ability to create drawings and write specifications, prepare cost estimates, prepare construction contracts and request for proposals.
- Must be self-motivated and versatile and thrive on a variety of work.
- Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license.
Compensation: Competitive salary and benefit package.
What is in it for you:
- Northern Allowance: $6,650 + 5% Base Pay added to Base Salary
- Comprehensive Benefit Package that begins the first day of employment
- 4 weeks of vacation leave, 4 weeks of sick leave, 40 hours of special leave
- Travel Allowances for employee and their spouse and dependent(s)
- Annual Wellness Subsidy
- Cell Phone Subsidy
- RRSP Match begins first day of employment
- Flexible work arrangements/Work from Home options
- Relocation Assistance
- Training and Development opportunities
- Opportunity to be a part of something greater and help the Yukon.
Yukon Energy values diversity in the workplace. We strive to achieve a skilled workforce that is representative of the population we serve, and we are committed to the employment and professional development of Yukon First Nations citizens. First Nations candidates are encouraged to self-declare.
To apply, please go to Recruitment (adp.com).
If you have any questions, please feel free email People & Culture via email at hr@yec.yk.ca. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.
We thank all candidates for applying but only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada for any employer without employer sponsorship.
Date Posted: July 5, 2024