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AECOM Senior Electrical Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 2 Jan 2023

AECOM Senior Electrical Engineer Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Jul 2022.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. I was interviewed for Transmission & Distribution Profile Q1 - Please walk us through your CV and your roles in the various projects ? Q2 - Tell us about design calculations of EHV Cables. How you come up ...
  • Q2. Q15 - Concepts of HVDC & Offshore Connections
  • Ans. 

    HVDC is a technology used to transmit high voltage DC power over long distances. Offshore connections refer to power transmission from offshore wind farms.

    • HVDC is more efficient than AC transmission over long distances

    • Offshore connections require specialized equipment and installation techniques

    • HVDC is used for offshore connections to transmit power from offshore wind farms to the mainland

    • Examples of HVDC projects incl...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for AECOM Senior Electrical Engineer interview:
  • Grounding
  • Cable Sizing
  • Battery Charger
  • Transformers
  • Power Transmission
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The interview was conducted by the team whom you will join, if you clear the interview. Please be brief with your CV, Any question can be asked based on your CV. Conceptual question were asked, with no major emphasis on formulas but the understanding behind it.

Go through these topics
1. Grounding Design details
2. Battery Charger sizing step by step process
3. Cable Ampacity and SVL calculation.

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I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic electrical design question
  • Q2. Ring & Radial Circuit
  • Q3. Project flow steps details
  • Ans. 

    Project flow steps involve planning, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance.

    • Planning: Define project scope, objectives, and requirements.

    • Design: Develop a detailed plan and create schematics.

    • Implementation: Install and integrate components.

    • Testing: Verify functionality and performance.

    • Maintenance: Monitor and update system as needed.

    • Examples: Building a power distribution system, designing a control panel for

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Similar to Round 1, but with code references like lightning protection code

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Easy interview, but revise all your technical stuff
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

General knowlegde, Basic Aptitude, Domain Technical MCQ

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Genx vs Genz, Altitude and comparsion

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Components of Transformer
  • Ans. 

    Components of a transformer include core, windings, and insulation.

    • Core: Provides a path for magnetic flux

    • Windings: Primary and secondary coils for inducing voltage

    • Insulation: Prevents short circuits and ensures safety

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  • Q2. Question based on series and parallel resistance
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between MCB and MCCB
  • Ans. 

    MCB is a miniature circuit breaker used for low voltage applications, while MCCB is a molded case circuit breaker used for higher currents and voltages.

    • MCB is designed for low voltage applications, typically up to 1000V, while MCCB is designed for higher currents and voltages, typically up to 2500V.

    • MCB is usually thermal-magnetic in operation, while MCCB can be thermal-magnetic or electronic trip units.

    • MCB is compact i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Different types of Breaker
  • Ans. 

    Different types of breakers include circuit breakers, fuse breakers, and ground fault circuit interrupters.

    • Circuit breakers: Automatically switch off electrical circuits during abnormal conditions.

    • Fuse breakers: Use a fuse to interrupt the circuit when overloaded.

    • Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI): Detect imbalances in current flow to prevent electrical shocks.

    • Miniature circuit breakers (MCB): Provide protection ...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Electrician test and all questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. 2 way wairing And all electrical work
  • Q2. 2 way and light and wairing and Earth and all
  • Q3. Electrical all questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Electrician maintenance
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Cable glad & try working paping etc
  • Q2. Cable poling panel alamet busbar
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to do job?
  • Q2. Why have you joined Electronics?
  • Q3. What is Ohm's law?
  • Ans. 

    Ohm's law states that the current through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the voltage across the two points.

    • Ohm's law is represented by the equation I = V/R, where I is the current, V is the voltage, and R is the resistance.

    • It is named after Georg Simon Ohm, a German physicist who first formulated this law.

    • This law is applicable to all types of circuits, including DC and AC circuits.

    • It is use...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for AtkinsRealis Electrical Engineer interview:
  • IT
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I am one guy who is troubled for job I have done diploma in electrical branch. Due to not getting the right platform, I am busy on the job link.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Testing and commissioning related
  • Q2. Work place Safety
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Circuit breakers & Switchgears
  • Q2. What's the Loto system
  • Ans. 

    The Loto system stands for Lockout/Tagout, a safety procedure used to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and not started up again during maintenance or servicing.

    • Loto system involves locking the energy-isolating devices with individual lockout devices to prevent the machine from being turned on

    • Tagout involves placing a tag on the locked device to indicate that it should not be operated

    • Employees workin...

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Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How much salary expectations
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Self introduction & previous company experience
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. As per company policy requirement condition
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. As per company policy requirement

AECOM Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in AECOM Senior Electrical Engineer interview?
AECOM interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the AECOM interview process are Resume Shortlist and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for AECOM Senior Electrical Engineer interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at AECOM. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at AECOM expect are Electrical Engineering, Design Calculations, Cost Estimation, Electricals and Electrical Design.

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