Mechanical engineer Jobs in High River, AB

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 Leadership Management Trainee Mechanical (LMT-M) program ensures that all new trainees have the necessary leadership, industry knowledge and technical skills to successfully function as a mechanical supervisor across CPKC’s network. This program gives trainees a solid foundation in railroading, a strong support network and the necessary skills to ensure the reliability of our rail infrastructure.

This intensive seven-month training program includes classroom instruction, online training, workshops, projects and on-the-job training. You will be exposed to CPKC’s core business by completing an 11-week manager conductor training course. For 16 weeks, new trainees will learn the competencies required to oversee the safe operation and supervision of mechanical operations and use mechanical bad order processes, cycle and dwell times. This program includes training in leadership, safety and the fundamentals of CPKC’s precision scheduled railroading operating model, computer systems training and exposure to key departments within CPKC.

Upon completion, you will be placed within CPKC’s network as a supervisor mechanical in either our locomotive or car shop (Relocation required).

Position accountabilities :

• Quickly learn, retain and use mechanical bad order processes, cycle time, dwell time, productivity and key metrics to assign tasks and lead productivity within mechanical operations teams.
• Be a safety leader through active observations and discussions about rule compliance and by implementing preventative measures through staff engagement.
• Exhibit the leadership capacity to be an effective leader of mechanical operations employees.
• Model the proficiencies of effective leadership : commit to results, lead others, lead thought and lead by example.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency when prioritizing work and make decisions aligned with CPKC’s values of accountability, diversity and pride as well as the five foundations : operate safely, develop people, control costs, optimize assets and provide service.
• Complete and pass management train conductor certification and be able to be deployed once qualified and as the business requires : failure to pass the conductor certification will result in removal from the program.
• Successfully complete all phases of the LMT program by achieving minimum requirements on written, and practical evaluations; and deliver all reading, assignments and projects within assigned timelines.
• Demonstrate competence of mechanical operating capabilities for further career advancement.

Position requirements :

What CPKC has to offer :

Additional information :

Relocation : As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Training Program Location : The majority of training will take place in Calgary, Alberta; however, some on-the-job training will be required within various provinces or territories throughout CPKC’s network in Canada.

Medical Requirements : Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety critical position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

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

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 will be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification / qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer in this program.

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).

Mechanical Loco

Req ID : 103864

Department : Mechanical Loco

Job Type : Full-Time

Position Type : Non-Union

Location : Calgary, Alberta

Country : Canada

of Travel : 50-60%

of Positions : 3

Job Grade : 5

Compensation Rate :

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