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ExxonMobil Instrument Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 3 May 2022

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Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What type of level instrument can you use in certain applications
  • Ans. 

    Different types of level instruments can be used in different applications depending on the requirements.

    • For continuous level measurement, ultrasonic level sensors can be used.

    • For point level detection, capacitance level switches can be used.

    • For high-temperature applications, guided wave radar level sensors can be used.

    • For corrosive or aggressive liquids, magnetic level gauges can be used.

    • For level measurement in open

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Competency questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared, its a long day, as there are up to three interviews.

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Instrument Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

Bharat Petroleum user image Sarang Vineshkumar Rajeshbhai

posted on 10 Jan 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Jan 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Troubleshooting
  • Ans. 

    the process of identifying and fixing problems with instruments and control systems. It can involve checking the hardware, software, power supply, and more.

  • Answered by Sarang Vineshkumar Rajeshbhai
  • Q2. Instrument calibration
  • Ans. 

    the process of configuring an instrument to provide a result for a sample within an acceptable range.

  • Answered by Sarang Vineshkumar Rajeshbhai
  • Q3. Instrument technical
  • Ans. 

    Calibration, troubleshooting, loop checking

  • Answered by Sarang Vineshkumar Rajeshbhai
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is instrumentation skill?
  • Ans. 

    Instrumentation skill refers to the ability to design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot various types of instruments used in industrial processes.

    • Understanding of different types of instruments such as sensors, transmitters, controllers, and final control elements

    • Knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques

    • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams)

    • Proficiency in using softwar...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the role of instrumentation engineer?
  • Ans. 

    Instrumentation engineers design, develop, install, manage, and maintain instruments used to monitor and control engineering systems.

    • Designing and developing instruments for monitoring and controlling processes

    • Installing and calibrating instruments in industrial settings

    • Managing and maintaining instrumentation systems to ensure proper functioning

    • Collaborating with other engineers and technicians to optimize system perf...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Bharat Petroleum Instrument Engineer interview:
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Troubleshooting
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Attend industry events, join professional associations, and use online platforms to connect with professionals in your field. Personal connections can lead to interviews and job offers.
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. They will ask technical questions from your resume but want answer as like their plant.
  • Q2. What is the control valve and their part names.
  • Ans. 

    Control valves are devices used to regulate the flow of fluids in a system by varying the size of the flow passage.

    • Control valves have various parts including valve body, actuator, positioner, and valve trim.

    • Valve body is the main part of the control valve that houses the internal components.

    • Actuator is responsible for moving the valve plug to control the flow.

    • Positioner ensures the valve plug is in the correct positio...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. A lot of deduction from salary structure. For example if you got 10.5 LPA CTC then you will get only 7.0 LPA in hand. And decuted salary is not sure you will.
  • Ans. 

    Salary deductions are common in CTC structures due to various components like PF, gratuity, taxes, etc.

    • CTC includes various components like basic salary, HRA, PF, gratuity, etc.

    • Deductions are made for PF, professional tax, income tax, etc.

    • Net salary received is after deducting these components.

    • Employers may also offer additional benefits like insurance, bonuses, etc.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you are outside from gujrat, first prepare your mind for stay here, second thing food is not good here, you are able to cook your self, third thing from your residence location to industry traveling time will be 1 hr and 30 minute, you prepare for this also. One most thing the work pressure 😁 you should also prepare for it... You have no time to straight your neck.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Regarding maintenance of the insrtument
  • Q2. Mentioned Standard maintenance procedure for instruments
  • Ans. 

    Standard maintenance procedures for instruments involve regular inspections, calibrations, and repairs to ensure optimal performance.

    • Regularly inspect instruments for any signs of wear or damage

    • Calibrate instruments according to manufacturer's guidelines

    • Perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning and lubricating

    • Keep detailed records of maintenance activities for each instrument

    • Train staff on proper instrument ma...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Mar 2022. 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 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic knowledge of instrumentation ?
  • Q2. Oil & Gas standards and basic ideas of instrumentation loop ?
  • Ans. 

    Oil & Gas standards and instrumentation loop basics.

    • Oil & Gas industry follows various standards like API, ISO, etc.

    • Instrumentation loop is a closed circuit of sensors, transmitters, controllers, and final control elements.

    • It is used to measure and control process variables like temperature, pressure, flow, etc.

    • The loop can be either analog or digital and can be configured in various ways like 2-wire, 3-wire, 4-wire, e...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Process variable and control system?
  • Ans. 

    Process variable is the measured parameter in a system, while control system is the mechanism used to regulate the process variable.

    • Process variable is the input to the control system

    • Control system uses feedback to adjust the process variable

    • Examples of process variables include temperature, pressure, flow rate

    • Examples of control systems include PID controllers, PLCs, DCSs

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Basic knowledge of distributed control system ?
  • Q5. Tag configuration and logic configuration, loop configuration of DCS
  • Q6. Knowledge of foundation field Bus?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and basic knowledge of instrumentation and field instrumentation
Interview experience
4
Good
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 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. Trabalshoting RTU VFD and FT, PT TT
  • Q2. PLC related questions
  • Q3. Programin related questions
  • Q4. Scada related any questions
  • Q5. Emarson plc trabalshoting CPU radio configuration question
  • Q6. Tubing fitting size and installation work
  • Ans. 

    Tubing fitting size and installation work

    • The tubing fitting size should match the size of the tubing being used

    • Proper installation techniques should be followed to ensure a secure and leak-free connection

    • Common types of tubing fittings include compression, flare, and push-to-connect fittings

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Instrument calibration PT, FT, LT, TT, ETC..

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Reliance Industries Instrument Engineer interview:
  • Smart Plant Instrumentation
  • PLC emarson
  • RTU VFD remote control
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Any questions my hardworking and plc trabalshoting CPU I/o confirgar question

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is the role of Instrument Engineer?

I was interviewed before Sep 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. It was an online technical test. Questions were related to ME outlook, mobile device management , Networking and many more

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Grammar Round
Experience: It was a written English grammar test to analyse how grammatically sound you are.
Tips: Just revise your basic English grammar like prepositions verbs nd essay/paragraph writing

Round: COMMUNICATION SKILLS Round
Experience: In this round they ask you to speak something on the given topic or sometimes group discussion . Basically they test your vocabulary, your thought process, pronunciation, accent and above all confidence.
Tips: Be confident in whatever you speak. Remember if you get nervous you will need with your words .

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This was an online test and it had 50 questions all objective types.
Tips: Be technically sound. You cannot Google them as these search engines are blocked

College Name: Babu Banarasi Das National Institute Of Technology And Management (BBDNITM)

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

HCLTech user image Raj Hrithik

posted on 2 Sep 2017

I was interviewed in Jul 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Experience summary and the roles

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: I was allowed to write a test for 2hrs in that each headings seems to be different and also there is a section heading marks
Duration: 2 hours
Total Questions: 70

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: After finishing i was advised to attend 2nd round in that they ask about the detailed experience of my previous company and finally technical terms question also flows

Skills: Logical And Structured Thinking, Communication And Confidence, Attitude, Psychometric Test, Project Management

I was interviewed in Jul 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Android basics and programs

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Resume shortlisted on the basis of 60% through out and experience in development more than 6 months.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Core java.. String, oops, exception,

Round: HR Interview
Experience: As usual.. tell me about your self.expectations and salary discussion.
Tips: Be confident whatever you say.

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