Junior Draftsperson

Yukon Energy Corporation•Whitehorse, YT

12d•CA$40 - CA$48•Onsite

About The Position

Yukon Energy is seeking a Junior Draftsperson to join their Engineering and Capital Projects team. This permanent, full-time position is based in Whitehorse, Yukon. The role involves creating and managing engineering drawings, supporting land and permitting activities, and acting as a super-user for the Drawing Management System. This is an opportunity to contribute to the energy infrastructure of the Yukon territory.

Requirements

A technical diploma in drafting or engineering technology with a drafting focus, plus 3–5 years of related drafting experience in an engineering environment.
Demonstrated accuracy and efficiency using MicroStation and other CADD software, with the ability to interpret engineering markups, sketches, and redlines and produce construction or record drawings.
Experience administering Drawing Management Systems, with strong attention to detail and an understanding of document control, drawing standards, revisions, and quality assurance.
Proficiency with engineering and business software, including AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and SharePoint and strong computer proficiency.
Strong communication, relationship-building, planning, time-management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with Yukon land management and permitting processes, practices, and local land management considerations is an asset.

Responsibilities

Create and manage engineering drawings across electrical, civil, mechanical, transmission, distribution, and land-based disciplines using MicroStation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with drafting standards.
Lead drawing management and quality control, including reviews and approvals, revision tracking, master drawing sets, metadata, and controlled transfers of drawing packages to and from engineering contractors.
Support land and permitting activities by interpreting survey and land information, preparing easement and right-of-way drawings, determining permit requirements, and coordinating applications with Yukon government agencies and other stakeholders.
Champion efficient drafting and records processes by serving as a Drawing Management System super-user, training colleagues, maintaining drawing and equipment records, and recommending improvements to systems, standards, and workflows.