Signals and Communications Quality Assurance - Toronto, Canada - Canadian National Railway
Description
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 usJob Summary
The Signals and Communications (S&C) Quality Assurance Supervisor - Eastern Region is responsible for handling installation projects, along with ensuring that the preparation and in service testing are completed as per CN's standards.
The incumbent handles material acquisition, tracks project timelines, interfaces with Signal Design Engineers, tests software as well as prepares cutover and testing.
The incumbent also ensures designated maintenance tests and schedule is adhered to
. In addition, the role works with other parts of the department on budgets, project estimation, and site evaluation.
Main Responsibilities
Project Planning
- Prepare scope documents and submit to Signal Design for proposed projects
- Participate in site surveys to resolve reconstruction work required and estimate costs to complete
- Work closely with local supervisors, Signal Design personnel, and managers on projects that fall under their jurisdiction
- Identify material, manpower, and design short falls in projects
- Make corrections to allow efficient installation and budget commitments
- Handle budgets on construction projects
- Participate and develop pretesting and cutover plans for S&C projects
- Ensure all test procedures are followed and documented
- Participate in the preparation of credible reports of activation failures and other wrong side failures
- Stay alert and prepared for unusual conditions or circumstances
- Coordinate unionized staff tasked with performing periodic Transport Canada required inspections.
- Prepare and deliver and execute emergency repair testing procedures
The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoors environments in various types of weather conditions with shift work including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and stress.
The role requires frequent travel which will include overnight stays away from home.Requirements:
Experience
Signals and Communications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in S&C
- Experience working with Systems, Applications and Products (SAP)
- Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
- 2 years of College or Technical School with a focus on Electrical or Electronics Technology
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
- Valid Driver's Licence
- Bilingual (English/French)
- Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) Certification
- Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
- Leads by example for the safety and security of all
- Considers ESG principles in all operations
- Solves problems to create value
- Demonstrates active listening
- Collaborates with others and shares information
- Sets direction and inspires others
- Communicates with impact
- Develops self and others
- Applies critical thinking
- Innovates
- Demonstrates agility and drives change
- Excellent working knowledge of signal systems, applicable regulatory requirements, S&C standards, specifications, and procedures
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
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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