Control Systems Engineer

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 technology as a Control Systems, Engineer supporting CPKC's pioneering hydrogen locomotive program. In this role, you will design, test, integrate, and improve advanced locomotive control systems and power electronics that support next-generation hydrogen locomotives. Combining engineering design with hands-on field testing and troubleshooting, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and industry-leading vendors to improve system performance, reliability, and innovation while advancing one of the rail industry’s most exciting sustainability initiatives.POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Design, test, troubleshoot, and continuously improve control systems and power electronics supporting CPKC's hydrogen locomotive platformSupport the integration, commissioning, and validation of new locomotive technologies from prototype through operational deploymentDevelop and maintain electrical schematics, engineering documentation, and technical specifications to support locomotive performance and reliabilityCollaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to implement, evaluate, and optimize hydrogen locomotive systems and componentsConduct field testing, root cause investigations, and failure analysis to identify opportunities for system improvements and enhanced operational performanceProvide technical support for locomotive commissioning, troubleshooting, and in-service operations across the hydrogen locomotive fleetIdentify and recommend innovative technologies, processes, and engineering solutions that advance the development of next-generation locomotive systemsAdhere to CPKC's safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while supporting engineering and field activitiesPOSITION REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or a related fieldEligibility for (Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) registration with Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)1 year of experience with Programmable Logic Controller (Rockwell, PLC), electronics control system, engineering & design (Contactors, Breakers, Relays)Valid driver’s licenseValid passport with ability to travel to U.S. without restrictionsWHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits packageCompetitive company pension and/or retirement plansEmployee share purchase planPerformance incentive planAnnual fitness subsidyPRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Medical and Drug TestingThis 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.Criminal history checkEducation verificationProfessional referencesDriver’s license verification and driving historyPassport verificationBECOMING 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: Strategic Planning & Corporate Services
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