Plant Supplier Quality Engineer
Who are we?
XNRGY Climate Systems is a leading North American innovator in sustainable thermal management and liquid/air cooling solutions. We design and manufacture high-performance, energy-efficient systems—including custom AHUs, XNChillers, XNFans, CRAH/CRAC units, heat exchangers, coils, and integrated controls—for mission-critical environments such as hyperscale data centers, healthcare facilities, clean rooms, life sciences, and industrial applications. Our technologies deliver substantial reductions in energy consumption, water use, and carbon emissions, supporting Net Zero, LEED, and AI-driven efficiency goals.
Our state-of-the-art U.S. headquarters and manufacturing operations in Mesa, Arizona (Mesa 1 fully operational since 2025, with Mesa 2 expansions enhancing production of next-generation air-cooled chillers and more) feature Industry 4.0 digital tracking, vertical integration, and advanced processes to meet surging demand in sustainable climate solutions.
As part of our rapid U.S. growth, XNRGY is seeking a Senior Plant Supplier Quality Engineer (Plant SQE) to join our team on-site in Mesa, Arizona. This role is critical to protecting plant operations from supplier-related disruptions and ensuring production continuity in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environment.
An overview of your responsibilities!
- Monitor Supplier Performance: Track daily supplier quality metrics (PPM, line disruptions, repeat defects), maintain dashboards, and escalate high-risk trends to protect production continuity.
- Containment & Line Protection: Drive immediate containment for supplier non-conformances, coordinating sorting, rework, controlled shipping, and material segregation to prevent line stoppage.
- Corrective Action Management: Issue and manage NCRs, lead structured root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why), and validate effectiveness of corrective actions before closure.
- Risk Mitigation & Escalation: Proactively identify supplier risks and implement mitigation plans; escalate chronic or high-impact issues through defined governance channels.
- Cross-Functional Plant Support: Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Sourcing during supplier disruptions; support launches and engineering changes from a plant risk perspective.
- Supplier Compliance: Maintain supplier quality documentation and ensure compliance with ISO, UL, regulatory, and plant-specific requirements.
What you'll need, among other things!
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related Engineering field.
- Experience: 5 years of experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Quality within a production environment.
- Strong expertise in structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why, root cause analysis).
- Demonstrated experience managing containment activities and mitigating line-stoppage risk.
- Ability to operate effectively in high-urgency, fast-paced manufacturing settings.
- Proficiency with core quality tools including SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, and corrective action systems.
Does this sound like you? We look forward to receiving your application!
Why choose XNRGY?
- Competitive salary and performance incentives
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous paid time off
- A dynamic, collaborative team open to change and fresh ideas
- Modern, state-of-the-art facility equipped with Industry 4.0 technology in Mesa, Arizona
- Opportunity to contribute to the green industry transformation and sustainable future
- Fast-growing, entrepreneurial environment where initiative and impact are recognized
- Inclusive, diversity-friendly workplace
- Strong focus on career advancement through internal promotions
- On-site electric vehicle charging stations
At XNRGY Climate Systems, we are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives fuel innovation and success. We welcome passionate individuals eager to contribute to a more sustainable environmental future.
Are you ready to join our driven team? Join a company that values Courage, Community, Climate, Customer, and Coherence. Be part of shaping our footprint and building a winning team in the sustainable climate solutions industry!