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:

As the Assistant Chief Engineer, you will ensure safe, reliable infrastructure and cost effective engineering services for all Track assets on the geographic territory to permit the safe and efficient train operation. You will directly provide or ensure professional oversight and compliance with corporate policy and regulatory/engineering standards.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Accountable to safely execute track maintenance, track production, and structures work to deliver a safe reliable track and bridge infrastructure to meet operating commitments

• Leads response to railroad service emergencies to ensure safe, timely service restoration

• Leads immediate drill down investigation and implementation of effective, sustainable corrective actions for safety and service failures

• Delivers compliance with applicable regulatory maintenance and policy standards for track maintenance and structures maintenance

• Supports Territory Directors Track & Structures and Senior Engineers with project scope detail planning

• Works with Staff to Develop One Pagers – Capital/SMA project Planning

• Coordinates Discipline/Investigations for Division/Territory and Manages grievance/Time Claim Response

• Coordinates support for Utility Crews

• Provides Weekend/AV coverage

• Development/mentoring using Consequence Leadership techniques for Director Track & Structures, Senior Engineer, and General Road Master Positions

• Manages contract/projects as assigned for Territory Work

• Accountable for Winter/Spring/Fire Planning

• Conducts Quality Control Inspections/monitors Correction for Track Production work

• Leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity, people, and financial metrics

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Engineering graduate preferred (exception for non-university graduates provided sufficient railroad engineering experience of 15+ years (or equivalent) and demonstrated performance in railroad engineering work)

• Civil Engineer/Professional Engineer preferred

• 15+ Experience (or equivalent) in the maintenance railway physical plant preferred

• Good understanding of track maintenance, track renewal, structures maintenance and signals & communications maintenance

• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements

• Demonstrated capability to apply relevant knowledge and technical skills to monitor adherence to CPKC policies and standards as well regulatory requirements

• Capability to develop and manage a project plan/schedule

• Proficient at Consequent Leadership skills and techniques

• Ability to simultaneously manage priorities and ensure delivery of key performance metrics during emergency and non-emergency operations

• Ability to influence peers, cross functional co-managers and Executive leadership team

• Ability to work with people, with integrity

• Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package

• Competitive company pension plan

• 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.

Medical Requirements:

Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety sensitiveposition will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check

• Reference check

• Education verification

• Driver’s License 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.

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: 102808

• Department: Chief Engineer

• Job Type: Full-Time

• Position Type: Non-Union

• Location: Toronto, Ontario

• Country: Canada

• % of Travel: 0-10%

• # of Positions: 1

• Job Grade: 2A

• Job Available to: Internal & External

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