Business Analyst, System Work Equipment

Hiring Salary Range : $ 88000.00 - 115000.00

This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus employee share investment program (ESIP) Pension Benefits Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.

At CN everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where youre part of making sure our business is running optimally and safelyhelping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

The Business Analyst System Work Equipment is responsible for supporting various initiatives driven by the Senior Manager System Work Equipment to ensure that CN operates a safe reliable efficient and cost-effective fleet of engineering heavy equipment across CNs network. Through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders data analysis and the adoption of new technology the incumbent delivers objective data-driven solutions to support CNs engineering departments goals and addition the incumbent carries out various reporting system compliance and training functions.

Complete capital planning analyses as well as all related activities to enable new equipment purchases and equipment rebuild programs (e.g. budget planning business case development maintenance of equipment specifications Authorization for Expenditure requests)

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful development rollout enhancement and continued use of various technology-related systems (e.g. Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) telemetry devices collision avoidance systems)

Complete the asset disposal process for retired units as per the surplus asset sales policy and ensure that equipment statuses are up to date across various systems

Develop project plans timelines and project performance tools to ensure that key work equipment projects are delivered on-time within scope and within budgetary boundaries

Collaborate with and support Procurement and Supply Management (P&SM) on routine and ad-hoc request initiatives (e.g. Request for Quote (RFQ) Request for Proposal (RFP) Request for Information (RFI))

Complete various equipment-related administrative tasks including providing documentation for governmental requirements invoice entries work order creations and other day-to-day tasks

Attend various industry committee meetings such as American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA) and North American Chief Engineering Meeting (NACE) and develop presentations

Develop maintain and support work equipment tools and systems that facilitate key work equipment activities and future decision making as well as provide training for end users on tools and systems

Develop and maintain job aids and process maps of key activities to facilitate new employee training as well as ongoing training of existing employees

Inspect newly ordered machines at vendor locations before delivery and take required actions based on inspections to ensure that CNs expectations are met

Be an active owner to influence Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) engineering equipment programs and continuous improvement efforts

Perform field visits to assess performance of Maintenance of Way equipment systems and tools

Liaise between Work Equipment P&SM and vendors to resolve field issues

Create Risk Assessment Process Sheets (RAPS) to assess the risks associated with different field tasks

Maintain SharePoint to allow the Work Equipment team to easily access documents reports safety items and other important information in a centralized location

Develop and maintain various analytical tools (e.g. dashboards reports) and presentations to ensure that CNs Maintenance of Way equipment is the most reliable and cost-effective fleet that CN can afford to highlight Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to support the Work Equipment team and to facilitate and influence future decision making

Improve Engineering equipment reliability through data driven full life cycle equipment analysis

Conduct market studies and benchmarking exercises to ensure that CN has best in class equipment and equipment accessories

Track equipment productivity to identify units that are not meeting targets and take necessary actions to ensure that root causes are investigated and resolved

Identify equipment assemblies and parts that account for most work block delays and conduct root cause analysis with stakeholders to prevent future occurrences

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environment in various types of weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines handle pressure and stress. The role requires regular travel (50%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.).

Equipment Fleet Management

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Equipment Fleet Management Business Analytics and Project Management Process Management or a similar role

o Railroad experience*

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

Bachelors Degree in Engineering Statistics Commerce or equivalent work experience*

High School Diploma or equivalent

Project Management Institute (PMI) Certificate*

Business Analyst Diploma*

Demonstrates active listening

Solves problems to create value

Communicates with impact

Applies critical thinking

Collaborates with others and shares information

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Identifies potential safety and security risks

Leads by example for the safety and security of all

Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

Strong knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office especially Excel

Knowledge of Power BI or other Data Visualization Software*

Knowledge of Systems Applications and Products (SAP)

Knowledge of railroad equipment*

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background*

Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English French)*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

This position is posted as a grade 9.

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers shareholders employees and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CNs network connects Canadas Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20000-mile rail and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN we are dedicated to building North Americassafest mostinclusiveandsustainable railroad which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often dont apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants even if you dont meet every job requirement listed in a posting we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) please get in touch with our team at.

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