Specialist, Hydrogen Locomotive Field Testing Job Description Job Alerts Link Specialist, Hydrogen Locomotive Field Testing

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Help shape the future of rail transportation with CPKC's groundbreaking hydrogen locomotive program. As a Specialist, Hydrogen Locomotive Field Testing, you'll be on the front lines of deploying and testing next-generation hydrogen-powered locomotives across Western Canada. Working alongside engineering, operations, and maintenance teams, you'll troubleshoot, analyze performance data, oversee testing activities, and help bring innovative zero-emission technology from concept to reality. This is a unique chance to make a direct impact on the future of sustainable freight transportation while working with some of the most advanced locomotive technology in the industry.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Coordinate and execute mainline testing of hydrogen-powered locomotives

Manage testing schedules, train assignments, and operational readiness to ensure successful test execution

Monitor locomotive performance and support in-service testing activities

Perform inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and modifications to maximize reliability and test outcomes





Coordinate maintenance and repair activities with mechanical, engineering, and operations teams

Support hydrogen refueling operations and ensure safe, efficient fueling activities

Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and lockout/tagout requirements

Partner with engineering teams and vendors to resolve technical issues and enhance locomotive performance

Collect, analyze, and interpret operational and performance data to support testing objectives

Prepare technical reports, findings, and recommendations for stakeholders and leadership

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field preferred

Experience in railroad operations, locomotive maintenance, field testing, or heavy industrial environments, with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Ability to travel domestically and respond to occasional after-hours or weekend operational requirements

Valid driver’s license

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidyPart-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:



Medical and Drug Testing This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

Criminal history check

Education verification

Professional references

Driver’s license verification and driving history

Social Security Number verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER: As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

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 may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION: For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants 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 Color (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).

Department: Strategi

📌 Specialist, Hydrogen Locomotive Field Testing (Winnipeg)
🏢 For our U.S. applicants, CPKC
📍 Winnipeg