Engineer Track Designer or Track Designer - Canadian National Railway Company
Homewood, IL
About the Job
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 Engineer Track Designer or 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 resolve options available for track additions, modifications, and expansions
· Update existing drawings, plans, standard 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 with occasional meetings on-site to review projects in the field 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 and must 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 occasional 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 utilizing site surveys to develop track designs
o Experience with AutoCAD and drafting
o Demonstrated experience delivering project schedules
o Experience with design of railroad track infrastructure, including track alignments, turnout design, yard track design, and proper drainage requirements
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. Please note for Engineer, Track Designer, the candidate must have the preferred requirements.
Competencies
· Demonstrates agility and drives change
· Sets direction and inspires others
· Communicates with impact
· Collaborates with others and shares information
· 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, PowerPoint)
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.
CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.
