Division Engineer

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 Division Engineer is responsible for monitoring safety and FRA compliance. You will have 5-6 Roadmasters reporting directly to you. The Division Engineer has a territory covering Shreveport, LA over to Dallas and ends Laredo, TX.

Position Accountabilities:

• Plans and implements accurate job procedures to promote safe work practices
• Works with Purchasing to develop contracts for track repair
• Responsible for administration of safety action plan for Track department
• Develop and complete annual safety plans
• Stays within budgets
• Implement work in alignment with labor agreements
• Solicits quotes from equipment and material suppliers and purchasing to ensure the best price and availability
• Customer service focus and prioritization to meet partner expectations
• Understands the relevant business metrics and applies them to develop a culture of operational efficiency that builds teams of high performing, engaged and empowered operational leaders
• Identifies when a rule/regulation policy has been violated and has one-on-one accountability conversations with the individual who has not met expectations
• Accountable for the investigation of train accidents in main track and sidings, including the timely filing of cause
• Ensure infrastructure damage costs are reported and consistent with regulations for all train accidents

Position requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college is preferred, preferably in a job-related major field of study
• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant Railroad work experience, including leading and handling sophisticated projects or programs with outcome-focused work you're doing, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum three (3) years of managerial experience

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance 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.

Medical Requirements:

CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is a safety /sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Driver's License Verification
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
• Social Security number 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 equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Req ID: 104435

Department: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Non-Union

Location: Shreveport, Louisiana

Country: United States

% of Travel: 40-50%

# of Positions: 1

Job Grade: 2

Job Available to: Internal & External

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