--- title: 'Program Manager, Construction at XNRGY Climate Systems' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/program-manager-construction-xnrgy-climate-systems-mesa-csksa6b6bhzp' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-15' --- # Program Manager, Construction at XNRGY Climate Systems - **Company:** XNRGY Climate Systems - **Location:** Mesa, AZ - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-08-20 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-15 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/xnrgy-climate-systems/f8670b5a-0e4d-4231-a7c8-4987249f7689 ## Job description Who are we? XNRGY Climate Solutions is a leading North American provider of sustainable design and state-of-the-art manufacturing of custom air handling and liquid cooling systems. The company is experiencing hypergrowth and will grow 2-3x in each of the next several years as it becomes a billion dollar plus company. XNRGY recently completed an over subscribed B round of funding that will enable its expansion (a round lead by a Blackrock company) With decades of experience in thermal management solutions engineering and manufacturing, XNRGY is uniquely qualified to deliver innovative and energy-efficient solutions that meet the specific needs of a wide range of industries, including hyperscale and modular data centers, healthcare facilities, pharmaceutical labs, semiconductor clean rooms, EV battery manufacturers and life sciences facilities. As part of our rapid U.S. expansion, XNRGY is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager, Construction to own the infrastructure, utilities, and building systems that will bring production to life. In this role, you will work at the intersection of facilities engineering and manufacturing operations, ensuring the plant layout, MEP systems, and utility installations are optimized for cutting-edge equipment and future growth. This is a hands-on, greenfield opportunity where your expertise will directly shape our facility and enable operational excellence from day one. An overview of your responsibilities! - Act as the primary liaison between construction teams, utilities implementation groups, and manufacturing engineering to ensure infrastructure is delivered to production requirements. - Develop and maintain plant layouts covering equipment placement, material flow, personnel flow, and future capacity considerations. - Design and coordinate utility systems including piping, electrical distribution, compressed air, chilled water, exhaust, and other facility services required for manufacturing assets. - Create detailed drawings and documentation for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems supporting new equipment installations. - Lead installation planning and execution for utilities and facility modifications, ensuring readiness for equipment arrival and commissioning. - Review equipment specifications to determine facility impacts, utility loads, and required infrastructure upgrades. - Manage contractors and vendors during construction, installation, and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and schedule expectations. - Conduct site assessments to validate as built conditions, identify constraints, and propose improvements. - Support project budgeting and scheduling for facility and utility scopes. - Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and internal engineering standards. What you'll need, among other things! - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred). - Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing or plant engineering, with strong expertise in building services integration, MEP systems, and HVAC/thermal management manufacturing or related custom equipment for commercial/industrial facilities. - Proven leadership in Design for Manufacturing/Installation, New Product Introduction (NPI), and processes supporting field integration/commissioning in mission-critical environments. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis, statistical tools, root cause methods, and data-driven decisions. - Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to coordinate with engineering, production, quality, supply chain, field services, and external partners (e.g., contractors, MEP consultants). - Ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to changing priorities, and excel in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial setting. - Proficiency in CAD/BIM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Revit, AutoCAD), simulation tools, and familiarity with building codes, controls protocols (BACnet, Modbus), lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 concepts. Why choose XNRGY! - Competitive salary - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 401K - Employee Assistance Program - Paid time off - A dynamic team, open to change to bring its color - Modern state of the art facility with Industry 4.0 technology in Mesa, Arizona - Being part of a green industry transformation - Fast-growing dynamic environment where entrepreneurial spirit is recognized - Inclusive and diversity-friendly environment - Career advancement: XNRGY promotes internal promotion - Electric charging stations At XNRGY Climate Systems, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are essential to driving innovation and achieving success. We welcome individuals who share our passion for sustainability and who are eager to contribute to a more positive environmental future. Are you ready to join our driven team? Join a company that Values Courage, Community, Climate, Customer and Coherence. Be part of carving our footprint and joining a winning team! ## About XNRGY Climate Systems ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: XNRGY Climate Systems designs and manufactures high-performance, sustainable thermal management and liquid cooling systems for mission-critical environments like data centers and clean rooms. - **Entity Type**: Private (Growth/Expansion Stage) - **Headquarters**: Mesa, Arizona, USA (with manufacturing in Montreal, Canada and operations in Mexico) - **Founded**: 2019 - **Founders**: Wais Jalali (Founder & CEO) and Sham Ahmed (President Emeritus and Co-Founder) ## Core Business - **Industries**: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Data Center Infrastructure, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning), Clean Technology - **Target Customers**: Hyperscale data centers, healthcare facilities, battery plants, pharmaceutical clean rooms, and life sciences operations (primarily B2B/Enterprise) - **Mission/Purpose**: To redefine performance cooling by building the world’s most advanced and eco-friendly thermal management systems, focusing on energy efficiency, water conservation, and reducing carbon footprints for critical infrastructure. ## Products & Services XNRGY offers a range of advanced hardware systems for precise climate control: - **XNChiller**: Chillers utilizing oil-free, frictionless compressors with Aero-Lift™ bearing technology for high efficiency and reliability. - **CRAH/CRAC Units**: Computer Room Air Handler/Conditioner units for modular capacity and redundancy. - **XNFan**: High-efficiency fan arrays designed for N-1 redundancy with low noise and vibration. - **AHU’s**: Custom Air Handling Units with intelligent control systems for reduced operating costs. - **DAHU**: Ultra-precise dehumidification systems with leakage rates of less than 1%. - **XNFilter**: Scalable air purification solutions featuring proprietary DFS (Disinfecting Filtration System) technology. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: Total Funding (3 prior rounds, details undisclosed) / Headcount of 247 employees (+94.8% YoY) [linkedin.com] - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Clients include Apple, Microsoft, Motorola, and Equinix. Certified by AMCA and AHRI for performance. - **Growth Signals**: Explosive growth trajectory: 247 employees (+94.8% YoY) [linkedin.com]. Delivering 1.4 GW of thermal resilience to the Texas AI Corridor. Awarded a multi-year allocation (2026-2031) by a hyperscaler. Opened a 275k sqft "Mesa 1" facility in Arizona and began production on a second 330k sqft "Mesa 2" chiller plant. ## Competitive Advantages - **Specialized Moat**: End-to-end focus on *waterless* and ultra-efficient cooling for high-density AI and hyperscale data centers in water-scarce regions (like the US Southwest). Addresses a critical bottleneck for AI infrastructure. - **Proprietary Technology**: Patented Aero-Lift™ bearing technology and DFS filtration systems. - **Speed & Scale**: Claims "fastest delivery in the industry" for modular CRAH units, combined with massive US manufacturing capacity scaling up to over 600k sqft. - **Veteran Leadership**: Led by a team with over 40+ years of combined industry experience and certifications from ASHRAE and AMCA. ## Strategic Focus - **Current Priorities**: Aggressive scaling of US manufacturing capacity (Mesa, AZ) to meet hyperscaler demand. Focus on liquid cooling and next-generation chiller technology for AI workloads. - **Direction for Growth**: Deepening partnerships with hyperscale cloud providers and expanding physical footprint to serve the "AI Corridor" in Texas and the broader US market. ## Why Work Here - **Impact**: The opportunity to work on critical infrastructure that powers AI and the internet, with a direct focus on sustainability and energy efficiency. - **Growth Trajectory**: The company is experiencing hypergrowth (nearly doubling headcount YoY) with 54 active job postings, offering significant career advancement potential for early employees. - **Culture**: Described as a team of problem-solvers driven by sustainability and innovation. Values include commitment to building a sustainable future. - **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Primarily **in-office** (Mesa, AZ and Montreal, Canada), typical for manufacturing and hardware engineering roles. - **Engineering Culture**: Heavy emphasis on R&D, thermodynamics, and mechanical/electrical engineering. Roles available across Thermodynamics, Electrical Engineering, and Application Engineering. ## Sources 1. [xnrgy.com](https://xnrgy.com/) - Company Homepage 2. [xnrgy.com/our-story](https://xnrgy.com/our-story/) - Company History & Timeline 3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/xnrgy-climate-systems) - Employee Data & Growth Metrics 4. 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