Canadian National Railway
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Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering is responsible for providing technical expertise for locomotive specifications, documentation as well as internal, external, and regulatory requirements.
The incumbent works with internal and external partners to define CN’s locomotive roadmap to establish a minimal number of locomotive configurations that maximizes safety, productivity, reliability and availability while minimizing cost. The role communicates technical details surrounding locomotive engineering design and works closely with Reliability and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM).
Moreover, the incumbent oversees the work of the Manager, Mechanical Engineering – Locomotives.
Main Responsibilities
Locomotive specification documentation and roadmap
Define, maintain and own CN’s locomotive specifications with a key focus on safety, reliability, availability and dwell
Develop a fleet strategy that accounts for the necessary specification and component design life for all locomotives in conjunction with the Reliability team
Work with Transportation and Safety leadership to account for crew requirements and identify changes needed to the locomotive fleet to drive targeted improvements
Participate in the development of detailed specifications for all locomotive and component purchases
Work with CN’s Financial Planning on cost and benefit analyses and business cases to measure the financial impact of recommended locomotive modifications and specifications
Continuous Improvement through Vendor and Industry Focus
Work closely with the Reliability team and Fleet Leaders to understand the current pain points affecting CN’s locomotive fleet, and collaborate with OEMs to improve components that do not meet specifications
Participate in discussions with locomotive vendors and other Class 1 railroads to identify and implement industry best practices
Support Procurement and Supply Management in negotiations with locomotive vendors
Influence the product roadmap of CN’s vendors to ensure that its future needs are considered when planning products
Represent CN on industry committees and at conferences while promoting its approach with regards to locomotive design and reliability
Leveraging Data to Improve Asset Utilization
Review and leverage data analysis to better understand how CN’s locomotive fleet is used and maintained in conjunction with the Reliability team
Use the insights gained through the data analysis to work with the OEMs to design longer lasting components
Support Mechanical leadership on maintenance and inspection work scopes, reliability and root cause analysis, as required
Staff Management
Establish employee objectives and carry out regular touch-base meetings
Provide mentorship, guidance, support, coaching and feedback to direct reports
Train and mentor new employees
Communicate company policies and goals
Prepare and monitor employee’s development plans
Working Conditions
The role is performed in a combination of office (60%) and outdoor environment in various types of weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday (40%). The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences.
Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires regular travel across CN’s network, both within Canada and the United States (US), when visiting field locations to carry out analyses as well as working with at OEM offices.
Requirements
Experience
Engineering
Minimum 10 years of experience working with locomotives
o Experience within another trade in the industry
Education/Certification/Designation
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent
Competencies
Communicates with impact
Leads by example for the safety and security of all
Collaborates with others and shares information
Delegates and empowers others to create accountability
Develops self and others
Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
Applies critical thinking
Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of regulatory requirements Transport Canada (TC) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Knowledge of locomotive fleets across the industry
Basic understanding of locomotive fleet components
Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Procedures (SAP)
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service.
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. CN’s network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S.
South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919.
CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America’s safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don’t apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%.
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