Job SummaryThe incumbent is responsible for signaling system design, including the design and modification of signal circuits used in Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) territory. The role is accountable for all aspects of secure and effective design of circuits, hardware and software for highway crossing and wayside signalling projects. Furthermore, the role understands and applies all government standards and regulations per published documents and to meet location-specific requirements.Job SummaryThe incumbent is responsible for signaling system design, including the design and modification of signal circuits used in Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) territory. The role is accountable for all aspects of safe and effective design of circuits, hardware and software for highway crossing and wayside signalling projects. Furthermore, the role understands and applies all government standards and regulations per published documents and to meet location-specific requirements.Main ResponsibilitiesProject Design and EstimatingPerform the role of primary engineer for signal design projects, including handling and controlling project budgets, schedules, and qualityPerform the role of principal design checker for in-house and contractor circuit designDevelop overall design concepts for projects and monitor progress of signal design contractors (as applicable)Coordinate with wiring vendors with work order requests for Signals and Communication (SandC) projectsWork with the SandC material coordinators to ensure approved work orders are converted to Purchase Orders (POs) as well as all other supporting material is being processed and ordered as requiredField and Technical SupportProvide field and technical support to install and maintain wayside and crossing warning systems within the railwayAct as a technical resource for other signal design department personnel,



and as a signal design resource for installation and construction functions within the railwayWorking ConditionsThe role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday with intermittent periods of overtime. The role is partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions and requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The role requires minimal travel (10%) within the assigned territory.ExperienceBetween 1 to 2 years of experience in the following areas:Designing or testing signal circuits for CTC, interlocking and highway-railway grade cross warning system locations as well as estimating signal design projectsScheduling and reviewing projects to ensure they meet government regulations, American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA) and CN's SandC standardsProgramming logic controllers using Boolean or Ladder logicComputer aided drafting software (CAD): Bentley MicroStation seriesCandidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.Education/Certification/DesignationAssociate or Bachelor's Degree in Computer, Electrical, Electronic, Systems Engineering or Engineering TechnologyCandidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered.CompetenciesWe Care About Each OtherWe Strive for ExcellenceWe Succeed TogetherWe Lead ResponsiblyDepth of analysisProcess optimizationPlanningComplianceSynthesizeTechnical Skills/KnowledgeKnowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)Knowledge of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) or Transport Canada (TC) standards, rules, and regulationsKnowledge of AREMA railway standards and recommendations

📌 Engineer Or Senior Officer, Signals And Communication Design (Montreal)
🏢 CN
📍 Montreal