Engineer Interviews

Engineer Interview Questions

Engineers are responsible for designing and building products. In an interview context, expect to be quizzed on your technical skills, and also evaluated for your ability to work as a part of a team to get things built. The specific questions you are asked will depend on what type of engineering position you are looking for such as a specific engineering discipline like software engineer, electrical engineer, or mechanical engineer.

Top Engineer Interview Questions & How to Answer

Question 1

Question #1: What is the most challenging engineering project you've dealt with, and how did you ensure it was successful?

How to answer
How to answer: This question requires you to give a specific example. Ideally, you're able to choose a project that mirrors the type of work you'd do in the role you're interviewing for. Even if it's not your most challenging project, make sure you describe your obstacle(s) and the successful outcome clearly and enthusiastically.
Question 2

Question #2: In your current role, what steps do you take to avoid making mistakes?

How to answer
How to answer: Whether you have a formal process or not, list any specific measures you employ (i.e., digital tools, consulting with colleagues, etc.). Make sure your answer demonstrates a commitment to quality control, efficiency, and safety.
Question 3

Question #3: Describe a time you dealt with a difficult client or stakeholder.

How to answer
How to answer: This one also requires a specific example that demonstrates patience and good judgment. An employer is looking for evidence that you're able to confidently and calmly stand by your decisions. Share an example with a positive outcome.

842,604 engineer interview questions shared by candidates

1. Given an array of n integers. Derive an array where the value of the element at index i is the product of elements in the given array except element i in the given array. The complexity should be O(n). 2. How to traverse timing graph starting from the input nodes? Data structure of the nodes in the graph is given. Write a C program for it. 3. Implement C++ hashing function.
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Software Engineer

Interviewed at Intel Corporation

3.9
Dec 1, 2017

1. Given an array of n integers. Derive an array where the value of the element at index i is the product of elements in the given array except element i in the given array. The complexity should be O(n). 2. How to traverse timing graph starting from the input nodes? Data structure of the nodes in the graph is given. Write a C program for it. 3. Implement C++ hashing function.

Take a ladder with 5 steps, write a function that gives all the possible combinations of either 1,2, or 3 steps, in any order, to get to the 5th step, and returns the total number of combinations. So some of the possibilities would be [1,1,1,1,1], [1,1,1,2], [1,1,2,1], etc. Then he asked the same question with order not being considered, so [1,1,1,2] and [1,1,2,1] are the same solution.
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Software Engineer

Interviewed at Walmart

3.4
Jul 16, 2013

Take a ladder with 5 steps, write a function that gives all the possible combinations of either 1,2, or 3 steps, in any order, to get to the 5th step, and returns the total number of combinations. So some of the possibilities would be [1,1,1,1,1], [1,1,1,2], [1,1,2,1], etc. Then he asked the same question with order not being considered, so [1,1,1,2] and [1,1,2,1] are the same solution.

- How will you reduce the deflection of a wooden beam with load at one end and fixed at other? - Beam material replaced with Aluminum and load is same, how will you find the point of failure? - 5 methods to join plastic and metal components.
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Product Design Engineer

Interviewed at Apple

4.1
Apr 25, 2016

- How will you reduce the deflection of a wooden beam with load at one end and fixed at other? - Beam material replaced with Aluminum and load is same, how will you find the point of failure? - 5 methods to join plastic and metal components.

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