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Many Companies Like Us Include Technical Interviews' in Their Recruitment Process To Identify New Talent

The document discusses the purpose and examples of technical interviews conducted during the recruitment process. It states that technical interviews are used to evaluate how candidates would apply their skills and knowledge to solve problems, understand their innovative thinking and behaviors when faced with difficulties. Examples of technical questions for different engineering fields are provided, covering topics like prototypes, electrical circuits, lean manufacturing, and project management. The document also offers tips on preparing for and answering technical interview questions.

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Many Companies Like Us Include Technical Interviews' in Their Recruitment Process To Identify New Talent

The document discusses the purpose and examples of technical interviews conducted during the recruitment process. It states that technical interviews are used to evaluate how candidates would apply their skills and knowledge to solve problems, understand their innovative thinking and behaviors when faced with difficulties. Examples of technical questions for different engineering fields are provided, covering topics like prototypes, electrical circuits, lean manufacturing, and project management. The document also offers tips on preparing for and answering technical interview questions.

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Many companies like us include technical

interviews in their recruitment process to


identify new talent
What is the purpose of the technical
interview?

To find out how you would put skills, knowledge and


experience into practice
To show how you would solve a problem
To gain an insight into your behaviours and how you
would react in a difficult situation
To find out what questions YOU might ask when faced
with a problem
To find out how innovative you are; that is, whether
you're able to "think outside the box" to come up with
new solutions rather than using buzz words and jargon
Examples of technical questions and
answers

Design Engineering What are the differences between


functional and non-functional prototypes?

Functional prototypes are used for testing whereas non-


functional prototypes are used for form and fit checking.

Expand on the answers to discuss analysing design flaws,


tooling, etc.
Examples of technical questions and
answers

Electrical Engineering Describe the operation of an Op-


Amp Circuit

Discuss basic operation differential input consisting of an


inverting and non-inverting input and the op-amp amplifies
the difference between the two.

Discuss aspects such as output voltage, open loop, negative


feedback etc.
Examples of technical questions and
answers

Manufacturing Engineering Give an overview of the


Toyota Production System i.e. Lean Manufacturing

The main goals of the TPS is to design out overburden,


inconsistency and eliminate waste.

Discuss aspects such as the 7 wastes, 5S, adding value &


Kanban
Examples of technical questions and
answers

Mechanical Engineering What other source could be


used for electric propulsion other than a diesel
generator?

For example, a gas turbine could be used rather than a diesel


generator.

Discuss advantages and disadvantages of each to emphasise


your understanding.
Examples of technical questions and
answers

Project Management Describe the Project Evaluation


and Review Technique (PERT Analysis)

PERT is a powerful tool that helps you to schedule and


manage complex projects. It acts as the basis both for
preparation of a schedule, and of resource planning.

Discuss Activity Lists, Gantt Charts and Critical Path Analysis


etc.
What sources of evidence can you
use?

What the interviewer will be looking for:

Experience you have of working in a multi-disciplinary


environment
Examples of project work that you have undertaken,
displaying your knowledge and awareness of main
project indicators such as time, cost and quality and the
effect these have on the scope of work
Displaying a broad and comprehensive understanding of
principles, practices and standards relevant to the role
and the industry overall
A degree of competence in understanding the main
business aims and objectives and company products
What has impressed us?
Preparing for Technical Interview Questions

Review job-related skills or experience listed on your CV


and be sure you can describe them in depth.
Research and understand the skills that the company are
requiring. Prepare answers that relate to your abilities in
these areas.
Read industry specific publications.
Talk with professionals in the field.
Answering Technical Interview
Questions

Be sure you understand the question; ask for clarification


if necessary.
Use pictures and diagrams if they will help you explain
the concept.
If you have to say I dont know do it in a positive way
e.g. I dont know the answer to that question. However
if I had to address that issue in the workplace, here is
what I would do
Remember - we are evaluating your thought process and
problem-solving abilities as much as your answer!
Be direct, solid, and assertive.

www.baesystems.com/graduates

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