Specialist, Locomotive Standards

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The Specialist, Locomotive Standards is responsible for handling all locomotive mechanical documentation related to installations, maintenance, and diagnostics. This includes defining procedures, establishing time targets, and supporting daily project planning for installations and upgrades. Additionally, the role leads the development and execution of the annual mechanical documentation plan. Additionally, the incumbent serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for both Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) data management and locomotive maintenance program management, ensuring accurate, consistent SAP data and providing technical leadership in maintaining and optimizing maintenance standards and strategies.

Main Responsibilities Locomotive Documentation Mangement

·       Develop and handle an annual improvement plan for locomotive mechanical documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with operational goals

·       Oversee and maintain all locomotive related documentation (e.g., SAP, Integrated Data Management and Reporting (IDMR), technical bulletins, modifications)

·       Maintain traceability and version control by updating the Document Change Log with each revision, ensuring a clear history of changes and updates

·       Create new technical documentation and revise existing materials related to component installations, locomotive modifications, maintenance procedures, and diagnostics

·       Coordinate with engineering, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and shop teams to validate and enhance documentation by facilitating conference calls, conducting on-site audits, and hosting in-person meetings

·       Collect and analyze real-world task time data for installations and upgrades to refine labor estimates, improve task time targets, and enhance procedural documentation

·       Ensure all documentation complies with applicable regulatory standards, including Federal Railway Association (FRA) and Transport Canada requirements

·       Maintain and update locomotive schematics and class books for the CN fleet

·       Gather and ensure all necessary documentation is in place for new, modified, or leased locomotives

SAP Maintenance

·       Maintain the locomotive equipment registry in SAP, ensuring accuracy and completeness of asset records

·       Oversee and update locomotive records in SAP and UMLER, including maintenance schedules, equipment characteristics, and configuration changes for new, modified, leased, or returned units

·       Ensure SAP maintenance plans and locomotive characteristics remain accurate and current

·       Create and update locomotive maintenance task lists and general task lists based on Reliability team recommendations

·       Lead the onboarding process for new and modernized locomotives (i.e., renumbering), including the setup of blue cards, maintenance plans, and locomotive characteristics in SAP and UMLER

·       Gather and analyze real-world task time data for SAP tasks to improve labor estimates, optimize task time targets, and enhance procedural documentation

Daily Operations and Project Management

·       Serve as a SME for planned locomotive modifications and upgrades

·       Generate reports based to identify and analyze recurring trends or issues in locomotive performance that may require document changes

·       Participate in daily operations conference calls to provide documentation support and technical expertise

·       Stay current and provide guidance on regulatory requirements (FRA, Transport Canada) impacting locomotive documentation and operations

·       Coordinate major Information and Technology (I&T) overhauls

·       Drive compliance with reporting policies and mandates

·       Review locomotive invoices for offline repairs, with authority to approve or reject charges as a SME

Service Excellence Reliability Reviews

·       Maintain accurate records during service excellence reliability reviews, including documentation of all open and closed dockets related to locomotive operations

·       Track and document the full lifecycle of dockets, from initiation through resolution

·       Record and report on docket activity during service excellence reliability reviews

·       Coordinate with responsible parties to obtain updates and ensure docket records are current

·       Prepare and document executive-level presentations for reliability reviews

·       Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership up to the Executive Vice President

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments in various types of weather conditions, with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday; however, some weekend work may be required based on operational needs. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires occasional travel (up to 25%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.).

Requirements Experience

Electrical or Mechanical Locomotive

·       Minimum 3 years of locomotive electrical or mechanical experience

·       Minimum 2 years of railway operations and management experience*

·       Minimum 1 year of experience in technical documentation development

o   Experience with locomotive electrical systems or industrial automation

o   Experience leading a team*

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

Education/Certification/Designation

·       High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering or an Electronics Technician diploma*

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

Competencies

·       Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

·       Applies critical thinking

·       Collaborates with others and shares information

·       Leads by example for the safety and security of all

·       Identifies needs and solves problems to create value for all stakeholders

Technical Skills/Knowledge

·       Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office, Linux, and UNIX operating systems

·       Knowledge of various locomotive systems operation (i.e., OEM Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) and General Electric (GE) Control Systems, both 26L, and Electronically Controlled Air Brake (EAB) type airbrake systems, Locotrol, Trip Optimizer)

·       Knowledge of Wabtec Interoperable Electronic Train Management System
(I-ETMS) and Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD) Software*

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

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.