Hiring Salary Range : $ 102,000.00 - 134,000.00
This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.
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!
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Job Summary
The Manager, Detection Systems - Mechanical is responsible for overseeing the integrity of the Mechanical Detector Systems network by ensuring detector standards are met across the system. In addition, the role is accountable for the day-to-day oversight of detector health, maintenance schedules, troubleshooting, and reporting.
Main Responsibilities
- Conduct daily audits to ensure the detector network functions as intended
- Develop and maintain standards and templates for detector implementation, maintenance, and validation
- Provide technical support for detector installations, maintenance, algorithms, and reporting
- Analyze departmental metrics regularly to identify and address common issues
- Develop and implement new tools for detector monitoring
- Collaborate with suppliers to enhance product quality and service
- Assist Supply Management with technical knowledge and field data to secure the best overall value
- Work with Information and Technology (I&T) to ensure proper integration of detector data with CN Systems
- Oversee new detector installations on-site
- Coordinate preventative maintenance trips and calibrations for detectors
- Support and develop machine vision systems within the Mechanical department
- Develop, test, and deploy software enhancements for detection systems
- Conduct quality analysis of detector software and data
- Lead and perform investigations on detector alarms
Working Conditions
The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments, often in various weather conditions. The standard workweek is Monday to Friday, but the role requires being on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents. 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 45%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.).
Requirements
Experience
Wayside Detector Technology
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with wayside detector technology
- Experience in project management
Education/Certification/Designation
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Computer Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent or relevant experience
Competencies
- Identifies potential safety and security risks
- Leads by example for the safety and security of all
- Identifies needs and solves problems to create value for all stakeholders
- Communicates with impact
- Collaborates with others and shares information
- Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
- Demonstrates agility and drives change
Technical Skills/Knowledge
- Comprehensive working knowledge of Mechanical Detection systems
- Knowledge of Electro-mechanical systems
- Familiarity with software system architecture and development
- Knowledge of computer networking and cyber security
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office including SharePoint
- Knowledge of track engineering and detector installations
- Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)
- Familiar with Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP), Business Objects (BO), Power BI, ServiceNow
*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
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.