Hydrogen Locomotive Field Testing Specialist

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 Specialist – Hydrogen Locomotive Field Testing is responsible for supporting the execution of mainline testing of hydrogen locomotives with the Calgary, AB region. The position is responsible for supporting all aspects of the in-service testing including, but not limited to: scheduling, physical on-board monitoring, repair/modification, refueling and refueling monitoring, safety inspections, and working with the engineering technical team to drive improvements. The successful candidate will support coordination between hydrogen management and technical staff in addition to the mechanical locomotive, operations, procurement, and other departments. The candidate will be also responsible for participation in and supporting field testing of the locomotives in addition to working with various vendors to integrate CPKC’s control system with their existing systems and components. The candidate will collect and consolidate operating and performance data and prepare presentations for technical reviews with high-level stakeholders and regulators .

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Project management to ensure timely testing schedules are established and executed
• Support all aspects of mainline testing high horsepower hydrogen locomotives
• Coordinate maintenance and inspections tasks with mechanical group
• Coordinate with refueling facility staff to ensure timely refueling
• Schedule mainline tests and inform local operations to include test locomotives in train
• Coordinate locomotive hydrogen refueling
• Ensure zero injuries and demonstrate safety leadership within operations and hydrogen
• Perform hands-on regulated inspections and repairs
• Gain knowledge of shop safety management systems (ex. lock-out, tag-out)
• Download and plot data to present results
  
  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Mechatronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Diesel mechanic and/or mechanical background an asset
• Locomotive engineer or conductor qualified an asset Strong industry experience performing analysis and drilldowns using available data is required
• Experience in railroad operations and mechanical locomotive shops
• Experience in fuel hydrogen fuel dispensing and safety practices
• Experience in zero-emission technologies including batteries, fuel cells
• Experience with DC/AC locomotive traction systems and on-board locomotive equipment including, but not limited to:
• Distributed Power, Integrated Processor Modules, Relay Interface Modules, Wi-Tronix, Positive Train Control, Experience in Programmable Logic Controllers is asset Must be proficient with MS Office (specifically Word and Excel)
• Hands-on experience field experience
• Other practical hands-on experience (automotive repair, robotics, furniture) an asset
• Ability to travel mostly to domestic locations and respond to calls occasionally after hours and on weekends
• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Valid passport, ability to travel to United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia without restrictions.
  
  

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER :

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• 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.

Background Investigation:

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

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Driver’s License verification and/or last 3 years of driving history if a requirement of the position
  
  

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 employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

With Job Requisition Fields

• Req ID: 104183
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 60-70%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Compensation Rate:
• Job Available to: Internal & External