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Officer, Design and Construction


Job Location:

Memphis, TN - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 70000 - 92000
Posted: 2 September 2026 (15 days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hiring Salary Range : $ 70000.00 - 92000.00

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!

Job Summary

The Officer Design and Construction (D&C) is responsible for coordinating and supporting internal and external capital expenditure projects including capacity business development Metrolinx and adjacent development.

Main Responsibilities

Collaborate with internal and external partners including municipalities utilities and government agencies to complete construction projects which entails turning a level crossing into a grade separation

Cooperate with and support the Manager D&C as well as Manager Public Works Chief Engineer Track and Production along with Business Development staff

Ensure that projects are completed within established time and budget

Subscribe to the general design principles review engineering drawings and documents and ensure that specifications are accurate

Respond to emergencies which include operational issues derailments and washouts

Support D&C in overseeing rebuilding and maintain the integrity of the Companys civil structures

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environment in various types of weather conditions and may be in unfamiliar locations with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences such as washouts and derailments and work varying shifts weekends and statutory holidays to cover operations. The incumbent must be able to work adjacent to loud power equipment near construction sites with exposure to dust and railroad materials such as ballast and treated cross ties. The role requires occasional travel (up to 20%) within the assigned territory.

Requirements
Experience

Track Survey Track and Bridge Design

Between 1 to 3 years of experience in track survey and construction track and bridge design as well as construction specification writing and estimating*

oRailway experience*

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

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering

Engineering in Training (EIT)

Valid Drivers License

Competencies

Applies critical thinking

Sets direction and inspires others

Develops self and others

Innovates

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Communicates with impact

Solves problems to create value

Identifies potential safety and security risks

Considers ESG principles in all operations

Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English French)*

*Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of construction law

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel PowerPoint and Word)

This position is posted as a grade 10.

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.

As an equal opportunity employer qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law.

Please monitor your email on a regular basis as communication to applicants is done via email.


Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority


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