Resource Planning Engineer

Yukon Energy Corporation; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Yukon is seeking a Resource Planning Engineer to evaluate electricity generation and implement strategies for resource planning. The role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure sustainable energy solutions while respecting local communities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and experience in resource planning, particularly in the power utility sector.

Benefits

Northern Allowance: $7,000 + 5% of Base Pay

Comprehensive Benefit Package

160 hours of vacation leave

Annual Wellness Subsidy

Relocation Assistance

Cell Phone Subsidy

Training and Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in resource planning in the power utility sector.
• Ability to manage and prioritize work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate electricity generation capacity and energy needs.
• Develop resource planning strategies for grid stability.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate sustainable energy solutions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Decision Making

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Energy Modeling Software

Job description

The Opportunity: Resource Planning Engineer

Permanent, Full-Time position, based out of Whitehorse, Yukon.

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:

• Evaluate current and future electricity generation capacity and energy needs for the Yukon Territory, using data-driven forecasting to inform long-term plans.
• Develop and implement resource planning strategies that balance supply and demand, enhance grid stability, and optimize operational efficiency.
• Conduct economic and technical analyses of generation resources—modeling scenarios, performing load forecasting, and assessing costs to support capital investment decisions.
• Collaborate with operations, environmental, regulatory, and stakeholder teams to integrate sustainable energy solutions and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Work within the Traditional Territories of Yukon First Nations, recognizing and respecting the communities we serve.

What You Need To Succeed

• Degree in Engineering from an accredited university program; electrical or power systems engineering experience is an asset and capable of obtaining a Professional Engineer designation in Yukon Territory.
• Experience in resource planning, preferably in the power utility sector.
• Experience with energy modeling and optimization software tools for resource planning.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
• Ability to plan, manage, and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex and sometimes contradictory data effectively.
• Make timely, well-informed decisions to keep the organization moving forward.
• Ability to anticipate and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Build partnerships and collaborate effectively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage conflict situations effectively.
• Quick learner when facing new situations and capable of learning from mistakes.
• Identify and create processes to facilitate work with a focus on continuous improvement.

Compensation:

Competitive salary and benefit package.

What Is In It For You

• Northern Allowance: $7,000 + 5% of Base Pay added to Base Salary.
• Comprehensive Benefit Package that begins on the first day of employment.
• 160 hours of vacation leave, 160 hours of sick leave, 40 hours of special leave.
• Travel allowances for employee and their spouse and dependents.
• Annual Wellness Subsidy.
• Relocation Assistance.
• Cell Phone Subsidy.
• Training and Development opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to the Yukon community and be part of something larger.

Yukon Energy is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We encourage candidates from Yukon First Nations, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and other underrepresented groups to apply and self-declare.

We look forward to your application! Please apply online at Recruitment (adp.com).

For questions, contact People & Culture via email at [e-mail]. The posting remains open until the position is filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without employer sponsorship.

Posted on: May 13, 2025