Director, Engineering Certifications and Standards

The incumbent is responsible for creating and maintaining CNs inspection standards and supporting CNs accident prevention objectives. The role acts as the primary liaison between senior leadership and regulatory agencies guiding regulatory innovation and continuous improvement related to engineering-caused rail equipment incidents. The incumbent leads coaches and mentors a team delivering in-field Engineering audits competency oversight and programs focused on Track infrastructure. The role oversees technical and safety certifications ensuring CN maintains high standards for training certification and field audit procedures. The incumbent ensures Engineering employees are trained evaluated and qualified to perform work in compliance with regulatory requirements CN standards and safe operating practices. The role also ensures CNs engineering standards related to inspection and accident prevention remain appropriate current and effectively reflected in training programs and field practices. The incumbent is responsible for inspection workforce rightsizing and works across the system to balance appropriate metrics and workload across the inspection team. The role monitors day-to-day field training delivery and progression oversees implementation and ongoing compliance training and coordinates schedules with local Engineering and Operations addition to people leadership responsibilities the incumbent participates in field coaching performance evaluation and hands-on training delivery.

Create and deploy industrial engineering regulatory modernization across the Engineering team by integrating standards with evolving railway compliance requirements to support future-ready operations.

Lead strategic manpower rightsizing initiatives by optimizing workforce planning to align with heavy maintenance demands capital projects and operational efficiency goals.

Select create and drive accident prevention programs by embedding predictive safety measures advanced diagnostics and risk management into the Engineering strategy.

Lead coach and mentor Engineering Field Trainers and/or Auditors delivering Track-related training programs.

Develop training schedules and coordinate class dates with Engineering Operations local supervisors and project teams.

Monitor training delivery trainee progress and qualification status across regions.

Evaluate field performance of Engineering employees to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements company policies and Engineering standards.

Oversee the development and execution of individual training and development plans.

Monitor evaluate and document performance to ensure training quality consistency and accuracy.

Address and resolve issues arising during field training delivery including safety performance and compliance concerns.

Evaluate Engineering field training programs and curricula independently or in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

Ensure training materials job aids and reference documents are current and aligned with Engineering Track standards.

Modify programs based on regulatory changes audit findings and operational needs.

Review CNs engineering standards related to inspection and accident prevention to ensure they remain appropriate and aligned with operational regulatory and training requirements.

Ensure all training activities qualifications and certifications are accurately recorded in the Learning Management System (LMS).

Prepare and present compliance reports and training metrics to senior Engineering leadership.

Provide strategic recommendations to the Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Act as the primary liaison between Operations and Engineering leaders.

Assess training needs arising from operational safety and infrastructure priorities.

Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on recruitment onboarding and training readiness.

Engage with internal partners and external stakeholders including regulatory bodies as required.

The role has irregular hours including nights weekends and holidays. The incumbent works in a combination of an office environment and outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions. The role requires travel for company business without advance notice which may include responding to unexpected emergency or urgent situations. The role also requires regular travel up to 50% across Canada and the U.S. to deliver training.

Minimum of 10 years of railway Engineering experience with a strong focus on Track maintenance inspection or construction.

Demonstrated experience coaching mentoring and evaluating field employees.

Experience leading or coordinating training programs in an operational environment.

Experience with behaviorbased safety principles and leadership

People management or team leadership experience.

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED).

Valid Drivers Licence.

Track-related Engineering or technical certifications/designations are considered assets.

Communicates with impact

Develops self and others

Provides recognition

Collaborates with others and shares information

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

Sets direction and inspires others

Strong knowledge of Engineering Track operations and field practices.

Knowledge of training methodologies coaching techniques and adult learning principles.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements impacting Engineering Track activities.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word Excel and PowerPoint.

Proficiency with internal systems such as SAP and Learning Management Systems (LMS).