Track Designer

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Canadian National Railway Full time
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 Summary


The Track Designer is responsible for creating track designs, developing new track alignments, redesigning yard layouts, and reviewing track designs prepared by consultants and third parties.

The role supports internal customers including Design and Construction (D&C), Public Works, Engineering Track and Zone, Business Development, Marketing and Transportation.

Furthermore, the incumbent is required to work with external customers including CN customers and governmental agencies.

Main Responsibilities

Create track designs using Computer-Aided Design Software (AutoCAD)

Use Google Maps and other programs to review existing track layouts in order to determine options available for track additions, modifications, and expansions

Update existing drawings, plans, and schematics as needed in AutoCAD

Conduct site inspections to collect field data for new track layouts

Review proposed track designs to ensure conformance with CN standards

Assist in developing track designs

Review and comment on track designs provided by internal and external customers

Develop track design alternatives including shoo-fly's to accommodate temporary track alignments, track outages, and other emergent conditions

Review proposed design changes and shop drawings

Review plans to ensure clearance requirements are met

Working Conditions


The role is primarily performed in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday however, the incumbent is required to meet on-site to review projects in the field.

As such, the incumbent is required to work in various types of weather and environmental conditions.

The position is occasionally required to work on varying shifts to cover operations that run 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

The role is required to be available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents. The incumbent is required to walk on uneven ground, climb up steep embankments, and walk long distances.

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 (up to 25%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.) with the potential to be away for periods of time depending on the projects being delivered

Requirements
Experience

Track Design

Minimum 4 years of experience in railroad track design

o Experience with surveying and establishing control points

o Experience with AutoCAD and drafting

o Demonstrated experience with oversight of budgets and schedules

Education/Certification/Designation

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

Valid Driver's License

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering

Professional Engineer Designation (P.Eng.)

Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Sets direction and inspires others

Communicates with impact

Collaborates with others and shares information

Delegates and empowers others to create accountability

Leads by example for the safety and security of all

Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Comprehensive knowledge of construction and maintenance, operating rules, engineering standards and operation measures

Solid computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

About CN

CN 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.


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 from underrepresented groups often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%.

Even if you don't see yourself in every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at .


As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.

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