Regional Chief, Engineering- FR

Main Responsibilities

Leadership
Oversee safe and efficient daily operation of the territory
Act conclusively and independently to identify and solve issues impacting CN’s safety, service, and efficiency
Communicate in a timely manner, issues addressed, consequences, and solutions implemented to senior management, with high technical accuracy
Identify and address issues within their organization as well as the ones that cross organizational boundaries collaboratively with other senior leaders
Safety
Demonstrate a commitment to Safety at CN through education of their workforce and implementing key concepts associated with Safety programs
Set and ensure regional Safety vision is tailored to the Region based on the Engineering Safety Action Plan
Reduce or eliminate track unit collisions and Main Track Authority Violations (MTAV)
Ensure regional compliance with CN Standards, rules, and appropriate regulations
Budget Management
Oversee the daily operation of the Region (e.g., Capital Expenses (CapEx) and Operational Expenses (OpEx))
Adhere to the yearly operating and capital budgets for the Region
Identify and implement cost efficiencies for the region
Technology, Automation, and Analytics
Use data and analytics to monitor and take action on track conditions
Ensure maintenance programs are carried out in priority order to improve the safety and reliability of the track structure
Leverage innovation to achieve business objectives

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoors environments in various types of weather conditions.
The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents.
Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to provide deliverables on tight deadlines, maintain leadership composure under stressful and chaotic conditions, make decisions when all facts are not known, and minimize the impact of organizational and personal stress management on the Engineering team.
The role requires regular travel (60%) both within and off the territory.

Requirements

• Relevant Work Experience
  Minimum 15 years of relevant work experience
  Experience in overseeing a vast territory (e.g., geographic and demographic)
  Experience leading a large railway maintenance team
  Experience in handling large capital and operating budgets successfully
  Experience communicating change as part of ongoing continuous improvement
  Exposure to other railway operating functions and various territories
• Education/Certification/Designation
  High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Competencies
  Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
  Collaborates with others and shares information
  Applies critical thinking
  Demonstrates agility and drives change
  Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action
  Identifies potential safety and security risks
  Leads by example for the safety and security of all
  Develops self and others
• Technical Skills/Knowledge
  Knowledge of collective agreements and demonstrated bargaining skills
  Knowledge of engineering systems and new technology
  Knowledge of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and other regulatory requirements

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. 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.