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Updated 4 Mar 2023

Burns & McDonnell Senior Engineer Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Feb 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 1. Diff. Type Flow Meter Concept 2. Temperature Compensation in thermocouple 3. SPI modules 4. Level Mesurment
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Personal Questions about salary negotiation

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is minimum gap between two structures for seismic point of view
  • Ans. 

    Minimum gap between two structures for seismic point of view is typically around 1.5 times the height of the taller structure.

    • Minimum gap is usually 1.5 times the height of the taller structure to reduce seismic interaction.

    • This gap helps prevent collision or structural damage during an earthquake.

    • Building codes and regulations may specify minimum gaps for seismic safety.

    • Example: If one building is 100 feet tall, the m...

  • Answered by AI

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read all codes well
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 3 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Prepare basics properly before going for interview, they mostly ask less questions with more depth.
  • Q2. Draw BMD for sway frame.
  • Ans. 

    BMD for sway frame is a diagram showing the variation of bending moment along the length of the frame.

    • BMD for sway frame will have a shape similar to a zigzag pattern due to the presence of sway in the frame.

    • The bending moment will be maximum at the points where the frame experiences maximum sway.

    • The BMD can be drawn by analyzing the internal forces and moments acting on the frame.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Draw piperack elevations
  • Ans. 

    Drawing piperack elevations involves creating detailed drawings of the structure from different viewpoints.

    • Start by determining the dimensions and layout of the piperack

    • Use software like AutoCAD to create accurate and detailed drawings

    • Include all necessary details such as pipe sizes, supports, and connections

    • Label all components clearly for easy understanding

    • Review and revise the drawings as needed for accuracy

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Anchor bolt design
  • Q3. Base plate design
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How did you hear about company
  • Ans. 

    Through a job posting on LinkedIn

    • Found job posting on LinkedIn

    • Researched company after seeing job posting

    • Connected with current employees on LinkedIn

    • Received referral from a friend or colleague

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  • Q2. How many experience in high rise with contractor company
  • Ans. 

    I have 8 years of experience working on high rise projects with contractor companies.

    • I have worked on multiple high rise projects ranging from 20 to 50 stories.

    • Managed structural design and construction of high rise buildings.

    • Collaborated with architects, contractors, and clients to ensure project success.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Asking about Experience like structure, finishing.
What is testing of Steel IS CODE
BILLING OF IS CODE
BBS IS CODE.
CMD IS CODE.

SAFETY HAZARD ANALYSIS.
CONSTRUCTION METHOD STATEMENT.

TYPES OF PLASTER
OUTER PLASTER THICKNESS.
INNER PLASTER THICKNESS.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - To be prepared before attending the interview
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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. Whate are different bus bar schemes?
  • Ans. 

    Bus bar schemes are different ways of connecting bus bars in power systems.

    • Single bus bar scheme

    • Double bus bar scheme

    • Main and transfer bus bar scheme

    • Ring bus bar scheme

    • Breaker and a half scheme

    • Mesh bus bar scheme

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the equipment sequence for any line bay?
  • Ans. 

    The equipment sequence for any line bay starts with the circuit breaker and ends with the transformer.

    • The circuit breaker is the first equipment in the sequence.

    • Next comes the isolator switch.

    • After that, the earth switch is operated.

    • Then the line disconnector is opened.

    • Finally, the transformer is disconnected from the line.

    • The sequence is reversed when the line bay is put back into service.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What you want to leave your current organization?
  • Q2. Are you comfortable to relocate to another city?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always be prepare about possible questions and be confident while giving interview
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

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 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Which column takes more load short or Long Column
  • Q2. What kind of pressures will impose on the water tank walls during seismic

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared with fundamentals
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 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Offshore basics and platforms

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - NORSOK ALL STANDARDS FAMILIRIZATION
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Related to cad and design

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Need to be flexible in ur approach.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jun 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Be truthful in your resume. It is very easy to catch false or lies during the interview by asking basic questions.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Primavera, cost control
  • Q2. About Employee engagement, training
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Levels of P6, Float, Critical activities
  • Ans. 

    P6 is a project management software used for scheduling, Float is the amount of time an activity can be delayed without delaying the project, Critical activities are tasks that must be completed on time to prevent project delays.

    • P6 is a software used for project scheduling and management

    • Float is the amount of time an activity can be delayed without affecting the project deadline

    • Critical activities are tasks that have z...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Seismic design of building, criteria, type of checks in building with respect to seismic, analysis approach
  • Q2. Pile and foundation detail, structural system in building, shear wall, dual system implications
  • Q3. Steel structure- Class of section, connection detail, slender member design criteria
  • Q4. Building irregularities type
  • Q5. Nature of scope of work performed, understanding of coordination approach, software knowledge

Burns & McDonnell Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Burns & McDonnell Senior Engineer interview?
Burns & McDonnell interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Burns & McDonnell interview process are Resume Shortlist, Technical and HR.

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