Job Description

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:The Analyst/Data Scientist will be responsible for Data Management and Control within the Track Geometry Group. The role provides direct assistance to the Manager Track Evaluation and Specialist Track Evaluation/Data Methods with supporting Digital Track Notebook (DTN), AMA, producing/publishing Rail Profile Reports and Image Data Analysis.POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop new business rules based on image data analysis, key findings, and root causes
• Develop and produce machine vision algorithms to identify safety defects on railway structure
• Support case developments for new technology purchases and/or process integrations based on data analysis results to improve railway safety and efficiency
• Propose new processes and technologies to improve investigation data retrieval and processing capabilities
• Define requirements and work with IT staff to incorporate all technological changes
• Control and filter access to Track Systems Data requests
• Pull data queries including derailment information
• Performs periodic quality inspection reviews of the TEC output to ensure the quality and reliability of the data
• Develop/Publish Rail Profile Plots / Reports for Capital Planning
• Provide vacation relief within Track Geometry group

POSTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor\'s degree in engineering/computer science from an accredited university OR 5 years of railway experience in Engineering Services
• Experience implementing data mining and machine learning concepts OR evidence of project work in school in artificial intelligence fields
• Experience with AWS and/or other cloud providers
• Experience with applying machine learning modelling to image data
• Experience in Data analysis and the ability to draw conclusions and communicate results, Prior exposure to Geometry Brush Charts (WinDBC, ARIES, GEOEdit, RailEdit)
• Exceptional communication skills for multiple audiences with diverse levels of experience
• May require compiling data records/request outside of normal business hours
• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver\'s permit
• Valid passport, ability to travel to US/CAN without restrictions

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Sales 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.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: 103315
Department: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: Calgary , Alberta
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 0-10%
# of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 5
Job Available to: Internal & External
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