Canadian National Railway Jobs Hiring Now
Canadian National Railway is hiring for 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in cloud & DevOps and product management, with listed salaries up to about $262,000. Migrate Mate updates Canadian National Railway's live openings daily. Canadian National Railway is a freight rail carrier operating an extensive North American rail network, with roles spanning engineering, operations, safety, and infrastructure management.
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Canadian National Railway hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 6
- Top team
- Cloud & DevOps
- Seniority
- Manager level or above
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Homewood
- Salary range
- $88,000–$262,000
Listed salaries for Canadian National Railway roles on Migrate Mate range from about $88,000 to $262,000 per year across 6 open roles, as of July 16, 2026.
Open Roles at Canadian National Railway
Showing 6 of 6+ Canadian National Railway jobs
Hiring Salary Range : $ 215,400.00 - 261,660.00
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 you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping 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 General Manager (GM) is responsible for planning, developing, and overseeing carload operations across a designated territory. This role ensures the safety of operations, network fluidity, volume growth, and customer satisfaction while managing costs and mitigating risks. The GM leads multi-disciplinary teams and drives strategic initiatives aligned with CN’s operational and cultural priorities.
Main Responsibilities
Organic Growth
- Mobilize and manage multi-disciplinary teams including crew management, rail traffic control, and transportation control systems to ensure network fluidity and cross-functional collaboration.
- Integrate new T&E employees in partnership with CN Campus to optimize resource utilization.
- Deepen understanding of customer base and service requirements to develop full supply chain offerings that support year-over-year volume and pricing growth.
- Improve T&E employee retention through proactive engagement and workforce planning.
- Mitigate collective agreement violations to minimize operational costs and labor risks.
- Efficiently integrate and manage resources (assets and staff) resulting from mergers and acquisitions.
- Align operational practices and workforce culture post-integration to ensure continuity and performance.
Risk Management
- Embed a safety-first mindset across all levels of the function, from unionized employees to direct reports.
- Develop and manage safety plans based on operational data and trends.
- Respond to emergencies and service disruptions with strategic coordination and leadership.
- Evaluate and coach senior and mid-level managers to build leadership capacity.
- Manage labor productivity, manpower planning, and budget adherence.
- Handle grievances and disciplinary decisions in alignment with collective agreements.
- Foster succession planning and talent development across the territory.
Working Conditions
This role operates in a 24/7 environment with significant travel (60–80%) across the assigned territory. It requires outdoor work and availability to respond to emergencies. The incumbent must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadline
Requirements:
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of railway management experience, including oversight of day-to-day operations across multiple terminals or territories.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive safety, service, and financial performance.
- Experience in labor relations, service design, and rail traffic control.
Education
- Post-secondary education in Transportation, Logistics, Management, or related field.
- Conductor or Locomotive Engineer qualification preferred.
- Post-graduate education and bilingualism (English/French) are assets.
Competencies
- Safety focus, accountability, leadership, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving.
- Ability to manage complex operations and lead through change.
Technical Skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of railway operations, including CROR and CN systems (LMS, CATS, SRS, RTBI).
- Strong understanding of operational and financial metrics.
- Ability to leverage analytics and reporting tools to drive performance.
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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN 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 America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't 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 cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
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.
Hiring Salary Range : $ 215,400.00 - 261,660.00
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 you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping 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 General Manager (GM) is responsible for planning, developing, and overseeing carload operations across a designated territory. This role ensures the safety of operations, network fluidity, volume growth, and customer satisfaction while managing costs and mitigating risks. The GM leads multi-disciplinary teams and drives strategic initiatives aligned with CN’s operational and cultural priorities.
Main Responsibilities
Organic Growth
- Mobilize and manage multi-disciplinary teams including crew management, rail traffic control, and transportation control systems to ensure network fluidity and cross-functional collaboration.
- Integrate new T&E employees in partnership with CN Campus to optimize resource utilization.
- Deepen understanding of customer base and service requirements to develop full supply chain offerings that support year-over-year volume and pricing growth.
- Improve T&E employee retention through proactive engagement and workforce planning.
- Mitigate collective agreement violations to minimize operational costs and labor risks.
- Efficiently integrate and manage resources (assets and staff) resulting from mergers and acquisitions.
- Align operational practices and workforce culture post-integration to ensure continuity and performance.
Risk Management
- Embed a safety-first mindset across all levels of the function, from unionized employees to direct reports.
- Develop and manage safety plans based on operational data and trends.
- Respond to emergencies and service disruptions with strategic coordination and leadership.
- Evaluate and coach senior and mid-level managers to build leadership capacity.
- Manage labor productivity, manpower planning, and budget adherence.
- Handle grievances and disciplinary decisions in alignment with collective agreements.
- Foster succession planning and talent development across the territory.
Working Conditions
This role operates in a 24/7 environment with significant travel (60–80%) across the assigned territory. It requires outdoor work and availability to respond to emergencies. The incumbent must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadline
Requirements:
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of railway management experience, including oversight of day-to-day operations across multiple terminals or territories.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive safety, service, and financial performance.
- Experience in labor relations, service design, and rail traffic control.
Education
- Post-secondary education in Transportation, Logistics, Management, or related field.
- Conductor or Locomotive Engineer qualification preferred.
- Post-graduate education and bilingualism (English/French) are assets.
Competencies
- Safety focus, accountability, leadership, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving.
- Ability to manage complex operations and lead through change.
Technical Skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of railway operations, including CROR and CN systems (LMS, CATS, SRS, RTBI).
- Strong understanding of operational and financial metrics.
- Ability to leverage analytics and reporting tools to drive performance.
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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN 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 America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't 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 cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
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.
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Working at Canadian National Railway
Canadian National Railway's 6 open roles are manager level or above, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are cloud & DevOps, product management, and Full-stack engineering. Canadian National Railway is a freight rail carrier that moves goods across a North American rail network, employing engineers, operations managers, and safety and compliance professionals to design, maintain, and oversee rail infrastructure and services. Most Canadian National Railway roles are based in Homewood and Gary.
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How many jobs is Canadian National Railway hiring for right now?
Canadian National Railway is hiring for 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in cloud & DevOps and product management. Roles span engineering design, infrastructure management, safety and compliance, and general operations leadership. Migrate Mate pulls live postings directly so the count reflects current openings, not archived listings.
What kinds of roles does Canadian National Railway hire for?
The most active teams are cloud & DevOps, product management, and Full-stack engineering. Canadian National Railway posts roles in civil and structural engineering, signals and communications design, bridge testing, safety and compliance management, and general operations leadership. Most postings are manager level or above, reflecting the technical and managerial experience the rail industry typically requires for these functions.
Are Canadian National Railway jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Canadian National Railway's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Homewood. Each Canadian National Railway listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Canadian National Railway?
Find a Canadian National Railway role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to Canadian National Railway's own careers site to complete the application. Canadian National Railway manages its own hiring process, including screening and interviews. Migrate Mate does not collect applications or intervene in the process; it surfaces the live openings so you can apply directly.
What do Canadian National Railway jobs pay?
Listed salaries for Canadian National Railway roles on Migrate Mate range from about $88,000 to $262,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at manager level or above. Exact pay is set by Canadian National Railway and shown on each listing.
Does Canadian National Railway hire entry-level?
Most of Canadian National Railway's open roles on Migrate Mate are manager level or above as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual Canadian National Railway listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Canadian National Railway hiring?
Most Canadian National Railway roles are based in Homewood and Gary, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.