Canadian Pacific Kansas City
Specialist Signals and Communications - Yard Systems
Canadian Pacific Kansas City, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
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 We are looking for Specialist Signals and Communications (S&C), Hump Yard Systems to join the team. The purpose of this role is to support and advance Train Yard Control (TYC) Systems within Hump Yard environments at CPKC. This position focuses on strengthening TYC capabilities by contributing technical expertise and ensuring that system solutions meet operational needs. The role plays a vital part in promoting the safe, efficient, and reliable function of TYC systems throughout the organization. Be part of our dedicated railroader team as we keep North America moving.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Contribute to the creation of standards, procedures, policies, and design for TYC software and hardware
Research, develop, and test innovative technologies to advance both current and future CPKC TYC systems
Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date records of S&C design, testing and revisions performed on them
Assist with analyzing reported wrong-side signal failures to identify solutions that reduce the likelihood of recurrence
Build and maintain effective working relationships with all CPKC departments and external vendors
Provide coaching, training, and mentoring to CPKC staff to ensure safe and efficient use of TYC systems in the field
Monitor projects to ensure deadlines are met, budgets are adhered to, and field implementation requirements are satisfied
Facilitate coordination of activities alongside maintenance and construction teams to optimize overall productivity and efficiency
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalency; BSEE, BS Computer Science/engineering is a preferred
Valid driver's license
Railroad experience preferred, but not required
Minimum of five (5) years of C++, C or embedded development of control software systems experience
Working knowledge of Virtual Machine technology, networks, LINUX, and IP data interchange
Interpersonal skills, in both verbal and written interactions
Ability to support on-call operations
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 subsidy
Part-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 or regulated 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 provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Req ID: 105064
Department: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
Country: United States
% of Travel: 20-30%
# of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 4
Compensation Rate: $100,000 - $120,000
Job Available to: Internal & External
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION We are looking for Specialist Signals and Communications (S&C), Hump Yard Systems to join the team. The purpose of this role is to support and advance Train Yard Control (TYC) Systems within Hump Yard environments at CPKC. This position focuses on strengthening TYC capabilities by contributing technical expertise and ensuring that system solutions meet operational needs. The role plays a vital part in promoting the safe, efficient, and reliable function of TYC systems throughout the organization. Be part of our dedicated railroader team as we keep North America moving.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Contribute to the creation of standards, procedures, policies, and design for TYC software and hardware
Research, develop, and test innovative technologies to advance both current and future CPKC TYC systems
Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date records of S&C design, testing and revisions performed on them
Assist with analyzing reported wrong-side signal failures to identify solutions that reduce the likelihood of recurrence
Build and maintain effective working relationships with all CPKC departments and external vendors
Provide coaching, training, and mentoring to CPKC staff to ensure safe and efficient use of TYC systems in the field
Monitor projects to ensure deadlines are met, budgets are adhered to, and field implementation requirements are satisfied
Facilitate coordination of activities alongside maintenance and construction teams to optimize overall productivity and efficiency
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalency; BSEE, BS Computer Science/engineering is a preferred
Valid driver's license
Railroad experience preferred, but not required
Minimum of five (5) years of C++, C or embedded development of control software systems experience
Working knowledge of Virtual Machine technology, networks, LINUX, and IP data interchange
Interpersonal skills, in both verbal and written interactions
Ability to support on-call operations
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 subsidy
Part-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 or regulated 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 provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Req ID: 105064
Department: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
Country: United States
% of Travel: 20-30%
# of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 4
Compensation Rate: $100,000 - $120,000
Job Available to: Internal & External
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