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!
Job Summary
The Lead, Locomotive Fleet is responsible for monitoring and creating the overall locomotive fleet strategy based on data analysis and performance. The role is accountable for designing planned maintenance actions that will address major issues during unscheduled or scheduled events. The incumbent oversees the overall fleet health including systems and components. The position works close with Maintenance Analysts, Shops and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to improve fleet performance.
Main Responsibilities
Fleet Performance Monitoring
• Monitor overall fleet health through data analysis
• Identify top failures and components within the fleet
• Define the corrective actions applicable to improve fleet performance by working with OEMs and other vendors
• Perform cost analysis to maintain all corrective actions within operational budget
• Perform weekly reports to communicate overall fleet performance
• Analyze main drivers that alerted as part of the data analysis and define corrective action plans for alert items
• Monitor bad performer locomotives and ensure specific work scopes are created to improve overall fleet health
• Act as the main mechanical technical Subject Expert Matter (SME) for the assigned fleet
• Own overall fleet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and facilitate decision making process for units while supporting other areas of Mechanical such as Operations and Planning
Continuous Fleet Performance Improvement
• Lead monthly reliability control board (RCB) for identified specific fleet and present action plans to Executives as well
as Mechanical Leaders
• Resolve Return on Investment (ROI) for all proposed projects during RCB and present to Executives and Finance
• Build business plans and drive these through Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) process
• Develop work scopes to be executed as part of the capital plan in conjunction with OEMs and suppliers to identify the best solution to improve locomotive health
• Work with Planning to prioritize fleet improvement projects and monitor execution with shops
• Analyze component usage and define improvement strategy for working with different vendors and upgrades
• Develop communication rhythm with OEMs and vendors
• Travel across the CN network in both Canada and the United States (U.S.) as required to perform site audits and ensure the effectiveness of work scopes
• Act as the point person for Locomotive during multifunctional crisis response or critical incident redress
Working Conditions
The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments in various weather conditions with an irregular workweek, including shifts and weekends. The role requires minimal travel (25%) withing Canada and the United States (U.S.).
Requirements
Experience
Mechanical Management
• Minimum 5 years experience in a Mechanical Management position
• Minimum 2 years of railway operations experience and working with heavy rail equipment
Education/Certification/Designation
• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent mechanical and locomotive experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt*
*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies
• Applies critical thinking
• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
• Demonstrates agility and drives change
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Communicates with impact
• Leads by example for the safety and security of all
• Identifies needs and finds solutions that create value for all stakeholders
*Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset
Technical Skills/Knowledge
• Thorough knowledge of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) and General Electric (GE) locomotive parts and repair procedures
• Knowledge of CN, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Transport Canada (TC) rules and regulations pertaining to the safe operation of locomotives
• Knowledge of Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Strong knowledge of computer systems, both mainframe and PC
• Extensive knowledge of locomotive trucks and their components
• Demonstrable knowledge on locomotive air brake, electrical and mechanical systems
• Fluently Bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)*
*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
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.
Salary : $102,000 - $134,000
