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Updated 6 Apr 2022

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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is the cable tray layout and how do you cable tray design, what is the input requirement, Trench layout and what is the input requirement,
  • Ans. 

    Cable tray layout involves designing and arranging cable trays for efficient cable management.

    • Input requirements include cable type, size, weight, and routing

    • Trench layout input requirements include trench dimensions and depth

    • Design should consider cable spacing, support, and accessibility

    • Proper grounding and bonding should also be considered

  • Answered by AI

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I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Oct 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Cable routing, substation layout, equipnent placing, various lighting flux levels in plant, cable trench types, hazardous zones.

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study the basics, familiarise with standards
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
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(17 Questions)

  • Q1. What is load density?
  • Q2. What will be short circuit current form 1000kVA TF (5% Z) on a panel and determine it’s CB Fault current rating? Which IEC Standard is used?
  • Q3. What will be cable size & CB rating for 50KW motor at 30m distance from panel?
  • Q4. What is CRI? (Lighting design)
  • Q5. What is UGR? (Lighting design)
  • Q6. What is Uniformity factor? (Lighting design)
  • Q7. What is maintenance factor? (Lighting design)
  • Q8. What are reflection index in rooms?
  • Q9. How to design exit sign lighting in corridor or pathways? (Lighting design)
  • Q10. How to design earthing?
  • Q11. What earth loop impedance?
  • Q12. How to design transformer room?
  • Q13. How to size cable tray?
  • Q14. How much spacing required between smoke detectors?
  • Q15. How clearance maintained with cable tray and wet service pipe ?
  • Q16. How to design CCTV system ? which cable used for CCTV?
  • Q17. What is Harmonics in transformer? What are it’s impacts on system and how to reduce it?
Round 2 - ToolTest 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Revit tool test: -Link Arch file. -Copy monitor all levels. -Create central file. -Create filter for power, lighting & cable tray. -Create workset for power, lighting. -Create view template. -Place panels ...
  • Q2. Post tool test questions. 1. What is Type & instance parameter? 2. What is view template & revit template? 3. Template file format? 4. How to do electrical distribution. 5. What is difference between navi...
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...

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  • 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 ...

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell us about your experience
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Earthing design
  • Ans. Explain Earthing design using excel or any earthing design software
  • Answered by B.Mohammed Amjad
  • Q2. Cable Sizing calculation
  • Ans. Explain step by step procedure of Cable Sizing
  • Answered by B.Mohammed Amjad
  • Q3. How to handle designers in tough time
  • Ans. 

    Communicate openly, provide support, set clear expectations, offer solutions

    • Communicate openly with designers to understand their challenges and concerns

    • Provide support and resources to help designers overcome tough times

    • Set clear expectations and goals to keep designers focused and motivated

    • Offer solutions and brainstorm ideas together to find the best way forward

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  • Q4. Explain your individual contribution to the project

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep your resume updated which would exactly match your previous organization experience. Show your achievements
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 
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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
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Jul 2022.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 - 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.

Burns & McDonnell Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Burns & McDonnell Electrical Designer interview?
Burns & McDonnell interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Burns & McDonnell interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for Burns & McDonnell Electrical Designer 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 Burns & McDonnell. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Burns & McDonnell expect are Microstation, Electrical Design, Electricals, REVIT and Single Line Diagram.

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