Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely-helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!Job SummaryThe Senior Officer, Signals and Communications Standards is responsible for safeguarding the integrity of the signal plant. The role ensures policies, standards, regulatory requirements, and safe practices are understood and implemented across the Signals and Communication (S&C) department. In addition, the role develops and modifies S&C standards, general instructions rules, as well as ensures awareness and knowledge of safe signalling methodologies are followed system wide. Furthermore, the role is accountable for training and overseeing System Engineer, Signals and Communication Standards employees.Main Responsibilitiesxc2xb7 Review and approve all documents which govern how S&C is governed across the United States (U.S.) and Canadaxc2xb7 Review governing regulations such as National Electric Code (NEC), Canadian Standards Association (CSA), and Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)xc2xb7 Approve safety assurance standards and templates for the implementation, maintenance, and validation of the signal plantxc2xb7 Provide mentoring on the key principles of safe signalling practices to System Engineer, Signals and Communication Standards employees and CN's internal customersxc2xb7 Provide technical support to divisions for incident and failure investigationxc2xb7 Analyze the department's metrics on a regular basis and look for improvements on common problems across the networkxc2xb7 Work with suppliers to improve the quality and service of products and research alternative solutions and technologies for the cases of obsolescence or lack of improvementxc2xb7 Support Supply Management with technical knowledge, field data and competitive product technical information to obtain the best overall valuexc2xb7 Aid in the development of new technologies deployed within the S&C group providing greater analytics to both Transportation, Mechanical and Rail Operation Centre (ROC) operations for the efficient and safe operation of the networkWorking ConditionsThe role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environment in various types of weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role is required to be on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires quarterly travel to Homewood, IL, along with up to 25% additional travel across Canada and the United States.RequirementsExperienceSignals and Communicationxc2xb7 Minimum of 5 years of relevant experienceEducation/Certification/Designationxc2xb7 Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Computer Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalentCompetenciesxc2xb7 Identifies potential safety and security risksxc2xb7 Leads by example for the safety and security of allxc2xb7 Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholdersxc2xb7 Communicates with impactxc2xb7 Collaborates with others and shares informationxc2xb7 Knows the business and stays current on industry needsxc2xb7 Demonstrates agility and drives changeTechnical Skills/Knowledgexc2xb7 Knowledge of railroad signalling standards and policiesxc2xb7 Comprehensive working knowledge of signal systems infrastructure and related safety appliances, S&C project management, applicable regulatory signal systems, general instructions, railway S&C standards, specifications, and proceduresxc2xb7 Familiar with advanced power systems analysisxc2xb7 Knowledge of electrical regulations and code reviewxc2xb7 Comprehensive working knowledge of power system design and all associated Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and schematic toolsxc2xb7 Knowledge of Microsoft Office including SharePointxc2xb7 Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French) *xc2xb7 Familiar with Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP), Business Objects (BO), ServiceNow, Bentley ProjectWise, MicroStation**Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an assetAdditional Requirements:

• Please note that the selected candidate must possess a valid passport that must be maintained allowing entry/re-entry to Canada and the United States.

About CNCN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

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