Engineer, Intermodal Development

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Job Summary

The Engineer, Intermodal Development is responsible for evaluating, coordinating, and implementing projects and initiatives that position Intermodal to effectively deliver growth and improve its performance metrics. The role supports the Intermodal team in delivering infrastructure and technological improvements across various aspects of its operations, by interpreting the needs and requirements of various functions within the organization. The position can serve as a development opportunity for the Manager Intermodal Development role.

Main Responsibilities

Project Development and Management

• Evaluate, plan, and execute mid-level initiatives and construction projects that improve Intermodal operational practices, efficiencies, and capacities

• Influence key stakeholders and build consensus to support effective project delivery

• Coordinate with customers, developers, and engineering consultants, providing technical assistance and support

Technical Innovation, Process Analysis, and Evaluation

• Recommend process improvements based on analysis of operating metrics and an understanding of the industry

• Use models and marketing forecasts to evaluate the need for capacity and assets as well as recommend solutions

• Assist in the evaluation and development of emerging technological innovations and decarbonization initiatives

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office environment and outdoors in various environmental and weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The position requires occasional travel (25%) within Canada and to the U.S.

Requirements

Experience

Engineering

• Between 2 to 5 years of experience in rail, terminal operations, marketing, or business analysis

o Experience in civil engineering *

o Experience in operational process*

*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Logistics, or Business

• Professional Engineer Licence obtained or in progress*

• Project Management designation*

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

• Leads by example for the safety and security of all

• Problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action

• Identifies potential safety and security risks

• Collaborates with multi-discipline shareholders

• Sets direction and inspires others

• Communicates with impact

• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

• Applies critical thinking

• Innovates

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of Intermodal operations and economic analysis

• Knowledge of Project Management techniques

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.

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