Contours Consulting Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

They gave a case study where the candidate had to showcase the audience segmentation, create a brochure design with content and showcase the writing skills based on a product that they gave.

Q1. How would you plan a brochure layout?
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Q2. How would you coordinate with stakeholders for information collection?
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Q1. Asking introduction and tools
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Q2. Asking command and down Time
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For example, a ₹10 LPA CTC could mean an in-hand salary of ₹70,000–₹75,000 per month, depending on deductions and benefits.

✨ 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗽: Always request a detailed salary structure during negotiations—it’s your roadmap to making informed decisions

𝗖𝗧𝗖 𝘃𝘀 𝗜𝗻-𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀!

We’ve all been there—excitedly discussing job offers and hearing about the impressive CTC (Cost to Company). But when payday arrives, you wonder

Q1. 2️⃣ 𝗜𝗻-𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆: This is the actual amount you take home after deductions like: • Employee’s contribution to PF • Income tax (TDS) • Professional tax
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Q2. 𝗖𝗧𝗖 𝘃𝘀 𝗜𝗻-𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀! We’ve all been there—excitedly discussing job offers and hearing about the impressi...read more
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Q1. 1 hr interview divided into 4 sections - Intro - Backend - .NET & OOPS Concepts (Was given a code to analyze) - SQL - Write a sql query & some sql questions on joins etc. - Frontend - Angular related quest...read more
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Q1. Bit low level Design Patterns Questions, SQL Questions, Angular Questions Checking your confidence while answering
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Q1. This was Manegerial Round, asked about projects worked upon and some questions over the projects
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Q1. For this round I was being called to their base location. Salary Discussion
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Q1. Tell me about yourselt
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Q2. About family background
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Q3. Definitions: Isothermic/Endothermic/Exothermic
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Q4. Tell me about your internship
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Q5. Chemical Reaction Engineering
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Q6. Types of reactions
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Q7. Types of flow
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Q8. What is kinetic energy?
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Q9. Reynolds Number
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Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
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I am a dedicated and experienced buyer with a strong background in procurement and negotiation.
• Over 5 years of experience in purchasing and sourcing materials

• Skilled in vendor management and contract negotiation

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficient in inventory management and cost reduction strategies
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Q2. What is contract procurement, and what are its key elements?
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Contract procurement involves the process of acquiring goods or services through a formal agreement with a supplier.
• Key elements include defining requirements and specifications

• Identifying potential suppliers

• Negotiating terms and conditions

• Drafting and finalizing the contract

• Managing supplier performance
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Q1. Have you previously engaged in contract procurement?
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Yes, I have experience in contract procurement.
• I have successfully negotiated contracts with vendors for goods and services.

• I have experience in reviewing and analyzing contract terms and conditions.

• I have managed contract renewals and amendments as needed.
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Q2. Tell me more about what you did in procurement
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I managed the sourcing and purchasing of goods and services to meet company needs and goals.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers to ensure best pricing and terms

• Analyzed market trends to make informed purchasing decisions

• Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality products

• Implemented cost-saving strategies to improve procurement efficiency
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Q1. Generic Regulatory related
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Q2. Medical devices class, medical regulatory and medical devices standards
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Q1. Verification process
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Q2. Regulatory affairs, Risk management
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Q1. What is meant by Trip supervision in breaker and uses and how to rectify this fault if trip supervision will fail?
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Q2. What is the name plate details for load cell and it's capacity units?
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Q1. Tell me about yourself?
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Q2. Are you willing to Relocate?
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Q1. What are the aml and kyc requirements?
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AML and KYC requirements are regulations that financial institutions must follow to prevent money laundering and verify the identity of their customers.
• AML (Anti-Money Laundering) requirements involve monitoring transactions, reporting suspicious activities, and conducting customer due diligence.

• KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements involve verifying the identity of customers, assessing their risk level, and maintainin...read more
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Q2. Why should we hire you, briefly describe a scenario where you would showcase a different skill or talent compared with your fellow employees?
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I have a strong attention to detail and analytical skills that set me apart from my colleagues.
• I have a proven track record of accurately identifying and resolving discrepancies in KYC documentation.

• I excel at conducting thorough research and analysis to ensure compliance with regulations.

• My ability to effectively communicate complex information to stakeholders sets me apart in team collaborations.
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Q3. Strength and weakness?
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Strength: attention to detail, Weakness: perfectionism
• Strength: Ability to meticulously review documents and identify discrepancies

• Strength: Strong analytical skills to detect potential risks or fraudulent activities

• Weakness: Striving for perfection may lead to spending too much time on a task

• Weakness: Difficulty in delegating tasks due to desire for everything to be done perfectly
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Q4. Project and achievements?
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Implemented a new KYC process resulting in 30% reduction in onboarding time and 20% decrease in errors.
• Led a team to revamp KYC procedures and systems

• Introduced automation tools to streamline verification process

• Trained staff on updated KYC regulations and best practices
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Q5. Are you a team player? What do you do when you don’t get along with certain colleagues? How do you manage conflict resolution?
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Yes, I am a team player. I believe in open communication and collaboration. When conflicts arise, I address them directly and seek resolution.
• I believe in open communication and collaboration within the team.

• I address conflicts directly and seek resolution through constructive conversations.

• I focus on finding common ground and working towards a solution that benefits the team as a whole.
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Q6. Provide a situation where you might have failed previously? What has that experience taught you?
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I failed to meet a deadline due to poor time management.
• Underestimated the time needed for a project

• Did not prioritize tasks effectively

• Learned to create a detailed schedule and set realistic deadlines
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General English grammar knowledge and some calculations

Q1. CTC and expected salary details?
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Q2. No you cannot negotiate and end up taking what they give you!
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Q3. No relocation time, do it during weekends
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Q4. No target compensation or other benefits
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Q5. If ur employed through agency or consultancy you will be always a contingent and treated less than permanent employees
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Q6. 12 hours a day, 6 days a week, no social or life balance
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