Engineer in Training

Canadian Pacific Railway; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Canadian Pacific Railway as an Engineer in Training, perfect for recent graduates ready to kick-start their career in a dynamic sector. You'll manage projects, supervise contractors, and ensure safety standards while benefiting from mentorship and hands-on experience. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of railway infrastructure in a culture that values diversity and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Qualifications

• P.Eng eligible and recent Civil Engineering graduate.
• Minimum of 1-3 years experience, including co-op.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution ensuring delivery on time and on budget.
• Supervise engineering consultants and prepare technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and conduct on-site audits.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – Civil

Job description

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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:

Are you a recent Civil Engineering graduate looking to kick-start your career in a hands-on, fast-paced environment? CPKC is looking for an Engineer in Training to join our team and help shape the future of railway infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is P.Eng eligible, passionate about transportation systems, and eager to grow through mentorship and real-world project experience.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manage the execution of assigned projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget
• Supervise and coordinate with engineering consultants
• Prepare cost estimates, technical reports, memos, and external correspondence
• Coordinate with internal departments, external stakeholders, and customers
• Provide on-site construction management and ensure compliance with safety standards
• Support Business Development with third-party customer projects
• Perform on-site safety audits and efficiency assessments, while engaging with union personnel to ensure alignment with safety protocols and project goals
• Field travel as needed to project sites to familiarize yourself with the territory
• Participate in on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – Civil (Mechanical or Industrial backgrounds will be considered)
• Must be P.Eng eligible
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience (co-op experience considered)
• Valid driver's license

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

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 drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history

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 provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).