Question Overview: This question is designed to see how the applicant thinks. It will help you see whether they would make a good fit for the position by discussing how effectively they could utilize their skills to overcome challenges.
Sample Answer: In high school, my teachers challenged me by giving me an assignment that was too difficult for me and then grading me on how well I overcame the challenge. I learned that I needed to study more and ask for help when I needed it.
Question Overview: This question tests the applicant's knowledge of computer programming. It is a very common question for software engineers. The applicant should be able to write a program that uses a circular linked list.
Sample Answer: I would first create a class called "CircularLinkedList" that contains two variables, "next" and "data". I would then create a constructor that accepts an integer and sets the "next" variable to null. I would then create a method called "insert" that accepts an integer and sets the "data" variable to the integer passed in. The method would then set the "next" variable to the value of the "next" variable plus one. I would then create a method called "getData" that returns the value of the data variable.
Question Overview: This question determines the applicant's experience with the position. It is important to know how much experience they have in the field.
Sample Answer: I have two years of experience as a project engineer. I've worked on several projects for your firm, including the recent construction of the new office building. I also have two years of experience as an engineer for a civil engineering firm.
Question Overview: This question determines the applicant's knowledge of database terminology. It is a simple question but one that shows a basic understanding of database technology.
Sample Answer: A primary key is the field or set of fields that uniquely identifies each row in a table. A unique key is a field or set of fields that uniquely identifies each row in a table.
Question Overview: This question is designed to determine the applicant's career goals. It is a good way to see whether they are a good fit for your company.
Sample Answer: I see myself in a management position in your firm in the next five years. I am very interested in the project management side of engineering and would like to learn more about it. I would like to learn more about your firm and how you operate. I would like to be able to use my engineering skills and project management skills to help your firm grow.
Question Overview: This question determines whether the applicant is looking for a long-term position or a short-term one. It also determines whether they are looking to move up in the company or move on to another firm.
Sample Answer: I'm looking for a long-term position with a firm that will allow me to grow my skills and experience. I'm looking for a firm that will allow me to work on a variety of projects and learn from the best. I'm looking for a firm that will provide me with the opportunity to move up in the company as my skills and experience grow.
Question Overview: This question is designed to determine the applicant's knowledge of the manufacturing process. It is a simple question that can be easily answered by anyone who has worked in a manufacturing environment.
Sample Answer: I do not know how to assemble PCB, but I do know how to assemble other electronic components. I have worked in a manufacturing environment for five years and have assembled many electronic components. I am confident that I could learn how to assemble PCB.
Question Overview: This question is designed to determine the applicant's motivation for applying. It will help you see whether they are a good fit for the position by discussing their desire to be a part of your team.
Sample Answer: I want to be a construction worker because I enjoy the fast-paced environment. I enjoy the challenge of working with a team and being able to complete a project on time and under budget. I also enjoy the variety of projects that you offer. I'm eager to learn from your experienced team and contribute my own skills to the firm.
Question Overview: This question is designed to see how the applicant will interact with other team members. It is also designed to see how the applicant will work with you. The applicant should show a willingness to work with others and a desire to be a part of the team.
Sample Answer: I look for my teammates to be team players. I want them to be willing to work together and help each other out. I also look for them to be able to communicate effectively and be willing to learn from each other.
Question Overview: This question is meant to determine how well the applicant can communicate. It is a chance for the applicant to show their personality and how they would fit into the team.
Sample Answer: I'm a hard worker who is motivated by challenges. I'm a team player who enjoys working with others. I'm also a very flexible person and I enjoy learning new things. I'm very excited about the opportunity to work for your firm and I think my skills will be a great asset to your team.
Question Overview: This question is designed to see how well the applicant can communicate with other team members. The applicant should name the programming language they are most familiar with and why.
Sample Answer: I like C++ the most because it is a powerful language that allows me to create complex programs. I like it because it is so versatile and can be used for many different applications. I also like that it is a compiled language, which means that I can compile my program and run it without having to go through a lengthy compilation process.
Question Overview: This question is a test of the applicant's ability to communicate their work. It is a test of their ability to communicate their work to a non-technical audience.
Sample Answer: I've created a variety of documents for this project, including the following:
Question Overview: This question is a basic programming question. The applicant should be able to explain the function and how to implement it.
Sample Answer: The atoi function converts a string into an integer. It is used in C programming. The function takes two arguments: the string to convert and the base of the conversion. The base can be any integer between 2 and 36. The function returns the integer value of the string.
Question Overview: This question is designed to see how the applicant deals with failure. It is also designed to see how they can learn from their mistakes. The applicant should show that they learned from their mistakes and that they have grown as a result of them.
Sample Answer: I once made a mistake in a project report. I had forgotten to include a crucial piece of information that would have been vital to the client's understanding of the project. I was able to correct my mistake by going back and including the information in a separate report. I learned from this mistake that I need to be more thorough in my reports and double-check all information before submitting it.
Question Overview: This question is designed to test the applicant's ability to think critically and solve problems. The applicant should show their ability to think outside the box and use their knowledge of engineering and project management to solve the problem.
Sample Answer: I would first gather all of the information about the problem. I would then analyze the problem and create a list of possible solutions. I would then evaluate each solution against the problem and choose the best one.
Question Overview: This question is designed to see how the applicant thinks. The applicant should show their knowledge of the material and their ability to apply that knowledge to a problem. They should show their ability to use the material in a way that is applicable to the job.
Sample Answer: The frequency range of a major bending mode would be between 0.1 and 1 Hz. I would deal with it by using a combination of the appropriate material properties and design principles. I would use the material properties to determine the appropriate thickness for the beam and then use design principles to determine the appropriate cross-section for the beam.
Question Overview: This question is designed to see how the applicant reacts to a presentation. It is a test of their ability to listen and learn from others.
Sample Answer: I think that the presentation was very informative. I learned a lot about your company and the challenges you face. I think that the most important thing I learned was that you are looking for a project engineer who can work well with others. I think that I fit that bill because I am very good at listening and learning from others.
Question Overview: This question determines the applicant's computer skills. It is important to know how they handle their computer skills as well as their knowledge of the software they use.
Sample Answer: I have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. I am also familiar with several other programs, including Adobe Photoshop and SolidWorks. I am able to learn new programs quickly. I have a knack for troubleshooting computer issues and have been able to fix many problems on my own.
Question Overview: This question tests the applicant's knowledge of computer science. It is a basic programming question.
Sample Answer: A doubly linked list is a data structure that consists of two pointers, one for the next element and one for the previous element. It is a linked list in which each element points to the previous and next elements.
Question Overview: This question tests the applicant's knowledge of basic programming concepts. It also tests their ability to think critically and apply their knowledge to a new situation.
Sample Answer: An array is a data structure that stores multiple values in one variable. It is similar to a list, but it can be indexed by number.