NPI/NPD Build Specialist — Hands-On Prototyping

Crucial Link Solutions; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Crucial Link Solutions in Leander, TX is seeking an NPI/NPD Builder to join our production team. This role builds, tests, troubleshoots, and documents prototype and pre-production units, working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Production to address manufacturability issues and ensure smooth transition to production.

The position emphasizes lean manufacturing, documentation accuracy, and hands‑on assembly across prototype to full‑rate production, with typical

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience).
• Strong ability to read electrical drawings, mechanical schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Excellent written and oral communication; capable of cross‑functional collaboration.
• Experience with IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-A-610, ISO 9001 or similar standards.
• Proficient with standard hand tools and testing equipment (soldering, multimeters).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute hands‑on builds for new product introductions across prototype, pilot, and full‑rate production within an established workflow.
• Verify drawings, BOMs, work instructions, travelers, and other manufacturing docs reflect the intended build process.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues related to mechanical fit, assembly, and testing; implement corrective actions with Quality and Engineering.
• Participate in NPI build reviews, lessons learned, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities.
• Adopt lean manufacturing practices to drive continuous improvement of NPD/NPI processes.
• Work overtime when required to support critical builds or ramp activities.

Skills

Read/interpret drawings

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

MS Office

ERP systems

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in Engineering Technology/ Electronics/ Manufacturing

Tools

Soldering equipment

Multimeters

Job description

Crucial Link Solutions in Leander, TX is seeking an NPI/NPD Builder to join our production team. This role builds, tests, troubleshoots, and documents prototype and pre-production units, working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Production to address manufacturability issues and ensure smooth transition to production.

The position emphasizes lean manufacturing, documentation accuracy, and hands‑on assembly across prototype to full‑rate production, with typical