PTI Transformers LP is a leading innovator of transformer technology with expertise in design, manufacture, delivery and servicing of medium and large power transformers using innovative, sustainable and custom-built solutions that bring value and quality to our customers.

Role To coordinate and support the planning and execution of inbound and outbound transportation and logistics activities for power transformers and related materials. The role is responsible for preparing shipping documentation, coordinating freight and service providers, supporting transportation planning and customs compliance, administering freight-related purchase orders and invoices, and ensuring the safe, timely, and cost-effective movement of materials while protecting PTI assets and meeting customer, regulatory, and operational requirements.

Role Responsibilities

Set up and manage the logistical and financial aspects of transporting materials by truck, road, rail, ocean, and other transportation methods.

Provide analysis of freight modes, classifications, dimensional loads, routings for all inbound and outbound freight

Provide freight estimates to Sales & Quotations and Supply Chain departments

Ensure freight requirements are met in a cost effective and efficient manner

Ensure all shipments and documentation are in compliance with applicable regulations, and as per customer specifications

Provide all technical design information in order to meet all road restrictions

Communicate any and all logistics related matters with both internal and external stakeholders. Handle and resolve customer complaints

Insurance/transport damages – file claims for incoming/outgoing damaged materials

Check customs issues for inbound/outbound shipments





Contract offloaders – rates, schedules, requisition for purchase orders, and approve invoices

Negotiate, set-up and manage offloading contracts

Coordinate work in process with Production Supervisors to ensure internal customer requirements are met and smooth production flow is achieved without interruptions

Meet all departmental goals in relation to output, quality, and on-time delivery of materials

Attend production meetings

Ensure equipment is being kept in positive condition

Order departmental supplies, as needed

Perform supervisor critical inspections and ensure corrective actions are performed

Communicate milestone dates to Contract Administration & Quality Assurance to schedule inspections

Understand the product and processes in the assigned and surrounding departments

Recommend improvements in shipping methods

Work with External Customers as required for inspections and repairs

Develop a complete comprehension of labour contract to ensure that all decisions and actions are in compliance. Enforce company policies and rules consistently

Perform according to company’s certified ISO standards

Coordinate and manage the transportation of oversized and dimensional transformer shipments by truck/road, Canadian National (CN), and other railway networks as required.





Liaise directly with rail carriers, trucking companies, transportation authorities, and specialized transportation service providers to secure permits, routing approvals, and transportation requirements.

Attend EQP, transformer design, and project planning meetings to provide transportation and logistics expertise during the design phase

Perform final logistics and transportation readiness reviews prior to shipment to ensure compliance with customer, carrier, railway, regulatory, and project requirements

Review and approve transformer storage fees and associated charges when customer-owned equipment remains at PTI facilities beyond scheduled shipping dates

Ensure all customs, export, and import documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable regulations and customer requirements.

Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation projects involving rail, road, ocean, and intermodal freight movements while maintaining cost, schedule, and safety objectives.

Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements

Minimum 5 years of logistics, transportation, supply chain, or traffic management experience involving oversized, dimensional, heavy-haul, truck/road, rail, and international shipments.

Experience working directly with railway companies, including CN, CPKC, or other rail carriers.

Strong knowledge of railway transportation requirements, railcar selection, dimensional clearance requirements, route studies, and rail permitting processes

Extensive experience with customs, international shipping documentation, Incoterms, import/export compliance, duties, and cross-border transportation.

3+ years of leadership exp

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