Manager Signals and Communications Operations

CPKC; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

CPKC in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Manager of Signals and Communications to lead a team ensuring reliable S&C systems and yard networks. You will oversee testing, inspection, and commissioning of new installations, and collect data for affidavits.

This safety‑driven role requires strong leadership, knowledge of S&C equipment and regulations, and the ability to support on‑call operations with up to 60% travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of railroad experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Associates of Applied Science in Electronics and/or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is a bonus.
• Proven track record in planning, prioritizing and executing plans in a safe environment.
• Proficient knowledge of S&C equipment, signal principals, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Good computer skills (CAM, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and SAP).
• Interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to support on-call operations (24x7 availability).

Responsibilities

• Directs safety leadership and cultivates continuous improvement in workplace safety.
• Analyses reported wrong side signal failures to lower recurrence risk.
• Ensures S&C system safety meets standards.
• Approves entry into service of new or modified S&C systems.
• Maintains records of S&C equipment, installations and testing.
• Coordinates activities with maintenance and construction to maximize productivity.
• Coaches junior S&C staff on technical aspects.
• Distributes S&C Alerts and updates with field actions.
• Leverages the collective bargaining agreement for work management.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

On-call operations

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Electronics

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Computer-Aided Manufacturing

Job description

Posting Start Date: 9/22/26

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 forward-thinking problem-solver who thrives in dynamic, field-driven settings? We're seeking a Manager of Signals and Communications to oversee and guide a team dedicated to ensuring the reliable functionality of Signals and Communications (S&C) systems, Radio Shop personnel, and classification yard control networks to optimize train and equipment movement. This role involves conducting electrical and mechanical testing on S&C equipment, inspecting and commissioning new installations or upgrades to existing systems, and gathering data needed for affidavit submissions.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Directs safety leadership and cultivates continuous improvement in workplace safety
• Participates in analysis of reported wrong side signal failures to permit proper actions to lower possibility of recurrence
• Assures that the safety of S&C systems meets acceptable standards
• Approves the entry into service of new or modified S&C systems (e.g. crossings)
• Maintains comprehensive, up-to-date records of S&C equipment, installations and the testing and revisions performed on them
• Coordinates activities to coincide with those of the maintenance and construction work force to maximize the overall productivity and efficiency
• Coaches junior S&C employees on technical aspects of their job as required
• Distributes S&C Alerts and updates with field action taken
• Fully use the collective bargaining agreement for effective work management

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• 3 + years of railroad experience
• Valid drivers license
• Associates of Applied Science in Electronics and/or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is a bonus
• Proven track record in planning, prioritizing and executing plans in a safe environment
• Proficient knowledge of S&C equipment, signal principals, standards and regulatory requirements
• Good computer skills (Computer-Aided Manufacturing, Excel, Powerpoint, Word and SAP)
• Interpersonal skills, in both verbal and written interactions
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to support on-call operations (24x7 availability)

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
• Part-time studies program

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

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Department of Transportation Background check 40.25 Form
• Social Security Number verification

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

• Req ID: 106519
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 50-60%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External