Congruex Asia Pacific Design Engineer II Interview Questions and Answers

Round: Other Interview
Experience: There is one round combined interview(Technical+HR)
They have mentioned very clearly what they are looking for.
In HR they asked questions based on hobbies
Tips: Since they have mentioned very clearly what they are looking for so give more importance to that things

Skill Tips: Refresh all basics but particularly Thermal engineering not entire mechanical engineering
Skills: Thermal engineering, Mechanical engineering
College Name: IIT MADRAS

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Initial shortlisting was based on resume
Tips: A good resume ensure your selection for interview

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: There was one round Technical cum HR Interview
For technical
The questions were on basics of power systems(Undergraduate stuff) but more oriented towards PGCIL work that is related to Transformers,Generators,Transmission lines etc.
Apart from this basic knowledge of HVDC were tested.also questions were asked related to the indian powergrid like voltage levelsuse of phasor ,measurement units,Interconnection of grids, major HVDC links etc.
For HR
They asked about my hobbies,schooling etc.general HR questions ,nothing peculiar
Tips: 1.Focus on the Basics of power systems(mostly undergraduate level)
2.Also go through reports(Technical,about future plans,enquiry reports of grid collapse) which found on PGCIL website and other websites like ministry of power,CERC etc.

General Tips: One has to be very confident and relaxed
Skill Tips: They will see how your knowledge in power systems help PGCIL .so Focus on topic related to PGCIL like Generators,Transformers,Transmission lines etc.
Skills: Substation Automation, Power systems
College Name: IIT MADRAS

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: One round Technical cum HR interview
Typical PSU interview ,casual questions about my project and questions related to that only-Earthquake effect on structures and its design process. Richter scale and any other scale for earthquake.
Wind and Earthquake code provisions like return period in both cases, severemost Earthquake ever occured on ground.

Skill Tips: Generally Questions Asked from your project so clear the concept of project. Earthquake effect on a structure and its design process was asked.
Skills: Based on project
College Name: IIT MADRAS

Round: Interview
Experience: Will be like a typical PSU interview. Technical questions especially the ones related to your projects can be expected.
Tips: Preparation: Maintain a good CGPA
Scholastic achievements
Projects done

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College Name: IIT Madras

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Round: Test
Experience: It was an easy section. Don't need to put an extra effort for that.The written just comprises of this section and a small english section so it isnt a big deal to clear it.
Tips: Maintain good speed and practice some general aptitude
Also preapre yourself for a english paper which includes basic grammar and general english concept.
Duration: 60 minutes
Total Questions: 60

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This too was an easy round to clear. The interview consisted of HR questions and technical questions. The technical questions asked depend on the HR but mostly are general questions related to basic concept.
Tips: Have a good knowledge of your training and major project. And be strong in one of your core subjects. Just be cool and no need to panic if you dont know the answer. You might still get in.

General Tips: Be confident and be positive. prepare well. And leave the rest on luck.
Skill Tips: As its all about luck, but you should still give your best
 Dont be afraid just be confident. It might be your day and things will go your way. And even if you dont have a good technical knowledge, your communication skill might help you put and plays a important role in getting into maximum companies.
Skills: good communication skill, confidence
College Name: NIT BHOPAL
Motivation: It was a core company and has a decent package. Plus its a world recognized company.
Funny Moments: Well in my interview we talked about indian cricket team and places to go in Jabalpur, my native city. It didnt felt like an interview. It was like we were discussing about general topics.