Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Reporting to the Chief Engineer, Signals & Communications, this position provides professional engineering expertise in the rehabilitation, design, troubleshooting and repair of electrical power systems used in the day-to-day operations of CPKC’s Signals & Communications equipment. Assist in making decisions regarding company expenditures, capital improvement programs, signal power and related components and material purchases. Evaluate subordinate manager's performance, salary increases, and skills needs. Evaluate and participate in senior management decisions affecting the overall organization, its vitality and operational reliability. Will work with all employees of CPKC, including signal maintainers, technicians, laborers, local, provincial and federal government groups, railroad material suppliers, consultants, contractors, adjoining landowners, railroad shippers and other railroad managers.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Assist in overseeing and directing the electrical power tunnel ventilation and other S&C facilities to maintain all required aspects assigned of the train control system
- Work directly with Field and Office personnel to coordinate the operation of the railroad and report directly to the Chief Engineer, S&C
- Providing mature leadership and supporting morale in a geographically widespread work force
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Assist in establishing and overseeing a departmental operating budget and a capital improvement program.
- Motivate, support, direct, give guidance, establish annual goals evaluate subordinate manager's performance.
- In collaboration with field forces, direct and coordinate the design, maintenance, repair, construction of electrical facilities that support the mission of the S&C department.
- Perform field inspections at affected work locations in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, as required.
- Provide feedback and assist with electrical power aspects of other S&C departments’ projects as required.
- Review applications for utilities to construct power facilities and transmission lines in close proximity to CPKC network.
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
- Flexible and competitive benefits package
- Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Performance Incentive Program
- Annual Fitness Subsidy
- Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
Drug Test Elements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. New hires may be required to undergo a drug screen. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping CPKC safe and drug free.
Background Investigation:
The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
- Criminal history check
- Reference check
- Driver’s License verification and/or last 3 years of driving history if a requirement of the position
- Background checks that may include 7 years of employment history and Social Security number verification
Management Conductor Program:
Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.
For our US applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
- Req ID: 103607
- Department: Chief Engineer
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Non-Union
- Location: Calgary, Alberta
- Country: Canada
- % of Travel: 0-10%
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Grade: 3
- Job Available to: Internal & External
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