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Updated 20 Mar 2024

Festo Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) Interview Experiences

1 interview found

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Pneumatic cylinders and it process
  • Q2. Pneumatic circuits

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study more about pneumatic cylinders and it process

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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions from sensor and transducers, your project in detail,control strategies were asked.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They check your core knowledge and also how practically you think about that knowledge.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 5 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 - Aptitude Test 

Which contains nearly 50 questions mostly 30 questions of them where aptitude and 20 of them where coding questions

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Second round was a jam round (just a minute) which used to filter the students based upon the communication skills . They ask us to speak about the general concept

Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. I'm from Ece branch first they used to check the knowledge based on programming skills if it is good they will ask questions from your resume, if else They will check your core branch skills
  • Q2. About tuples,header files, some oops concepts,they ask me to write simple programming to check your understanding level
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Self intro, about family,other job offers, willing to work in intern

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I was interview at dec 2022 from the college placement
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic questions in online test

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

One min about one topic

Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked about basic questions in c programming and python
  • Q2. Header file in c programming
  • Ans. 

    Header files in C programming are used to declare functions, variables, and macros that can be used in multiple source files.

    • Header files typically have a .h extension and contain function prototypes, type definitions, and global variables.

    • They are included in source files using the #include directive.

    • Example: #include includes the standard input/output functions in the program.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Pass, break and continue diffrence
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Will check about the communication

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical test was only from the basics of the all mechanical subjects.
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. For round 2, they gave a 3d model of a part to us and asked to convert the isometric view to orthogonal view.
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. The interviewer asked questions from Engineering Graphics, knowledge on any modelling software, design of machine elements, GD &T and Strength of materials. The technical interview went about 30 minutes.
  • Q2. 1.Explain about GD &T 2. Tell some of the gear terminologies 3. What are the angle of projections
  • Ans. 

    GD&T stands for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. It is a system used to define and communicate engineering tolerances.

    • GD&T is a symbolic language used to specify the dimensions, tolerances, and geometric characteristics of a part

    • It helps in ensuring that the parts are manufactured and assembled correctly

    • GD&T includes symbols, feature control frames, and datums to define the requirements

    • Some common GD&T symbols i...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and answer to the point. If you don't know the answer just say it frankly. Have a good knowledge about your previous projects.

I appeared for an interview in Aug 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Mention the difference between microcontroller and microprocessor?
  • Ans. 

    Microcontroller is a compact computer on a single chip with built-in memory and peripherals, while microprocessor is just a CPU.

    • Microcontroller has on-chip memory and peripherals, while microprocessor requires external memory and peripherals.

    • Microcontroller is used in embedded systems, while microprocessor is used in personal computers.

    • Examples of microcontrollers include Arduino, PIC, and AVR, while examples of microp...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Mention various diodes used in electronic circuits.
  • Ans. 

    Diodes are electronic components that allow current to flow in one direction. Various types of diodes are used in electronic circuits.

    • Rectifier diodes

    • Zener diodes

    • Schottky diodes

    • LEDs

    • Varactor diodes

    • Tunnel diodes

    • Photodiodes

    • PIN diodes

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Mention the role of SCR
  • Ans. 

    SCR stands for Silicon Controlled Rectifier. It is a semiconductor device used for power control and switching applications.

    • SCR is used in various applications such as motor control, lighting control, and heating control.

    • It is used in AC power control circuits to regulate the amount of power delivered to a load.

    • SCR is also used in voltage regulators, inverters, and battery chargers.

    • It is a three-terminal device consist...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: This test had 3 sections- Quant,DI and verbal. It was a CAT-type exam but difference was there was time limit of 60-90 seconds for each question.

Tips: Speed and accuracy are important for clearing this test
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Questions: 60

Round: Test
Experience: This test contained basic electronics questions.Most of the questions were from 2 nd year sylabbus.
Tips: Be thorough with the basics to ace this test.
Duration: 30 minutes
Total Questions: 30

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: Only 6-7 questions were asked during the interview.All of them were rather simple which involved basic questions.
Tips: Maintain composure during the interview.Dont press the panic button.

Skills: Technical Analysis
College Name: Visvesvaraya National Institute Of Technology

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: The written test was of around 45 mins.Paper consisted of approx 50 questions, both technical(Mech+ EEE) as well as general aptitude.
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 50

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: My interviews took place for around 1 hour.In interviews they asked me some finance and marketing questions, a case study, puzzles, projects and internships. At last they selected just 2

General Tips: It was challenging for me because I was not having a good cgpa like my competitors. Still I was confident throughout the selection process.
Skill Tips: The company profile was sales and marketing.It's a core company so they were open for Mech & EEE, Mechatronics(M-tech)only. Before the interviews go through some online papers of the company and also some HR questions.Since the company came for marketing profile, they really wanted a leader to leadthe market.
College Name: NIT SURATHKAL

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Basic design procedure
  • Q2. Things you look in moulds
  • Ans. 

    I look for quality, durability, and precision in moulds.

    • Quality of the material used in the mould

    • Durability of the mould to withstand repeated use

    • Precision in the mould's design and manufacturing process

    • Ability to produce consistent and accurate parts

    • Ease of maintenance and repair

    • Compatibility with the intended manufacturing process

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Press tools
  • Q4. Heat transfer
  • Q5. Som and mechanics

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: aptitude was not so easy as it consists of quantative logical and technical.
10 questions were on technical mainly focused on mechanics , som and machine design. if your basics are clr then u can easily crack the apti.
Tips: make yourself clr . and mark the correct answers within 1 min. if u r comfident that you can solve 40 quest in 60 min then do that instead of taking tenaion of solving all problems.
Duration: 60 minutes
Total Questions: 60

Round: CAD MODEL TEST
Experience: test was based on catia and nx. you have to make a model frm dummy model by using commands. then your model should b free from the orignal one. we call it as breaking the linkage.
Tips: whatever you do after every step save it. and then zee weather its breaking the link or note. on every step it woill reduce your labour.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: anyone can read it frm machine design book of rs khurmi
Tips: read the basic concepts daily. make yourself cear in every doubt that occours in your mind

Round: HR Interview
Tips: be confidend. be professional.

General Tips: be prepared for any question. have energy in you
it should look in your face. b smart.
Skills: som, gd&t symbols, jigs and fixtures, press tools, moulds, catia
College Name: BECHALOR OF ENGINEERING, jawaharlal nehru engineering college
Motivation: good environment. work friendly nature.
Funny Moments: in hr interview the asked me about "how long will you stay in johnson?"
i took a pause and said sir i was planning for my retirement plan in your firm.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: I am M tech Design Engineering student at MNNIT Allahabad.
Johnson Controls came to our campus first time.They have Written test then technical interview and after that HR+Technical Interview.They set the cutoff of 7 CGPA for the written test.After getting shortlisted i appeared for the online exam.The exam consist of technical +aptitude+English. Questions were easy theoretical based and mainly from fluid hmt thermodynamics.English questions were also easy.
Tips: Time to complete the test will be sufficient also in there exam portal there is no back option you can either skip or select and move forward option but nothing to worry .The question which you will skip will come back at the end of the exam you can attempt them then if you want.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: In Technical interview 3 panel consisting of 1 interviewer were made.Students are sent according to there brach in respective panel.In interview my interviewer ask mainly RAC Thermodynamics basics also some discussion about the company were there.He also ask me details about my thesis work.
Tips: Interview is easy they are mainly focusing on your Communication skill and expression.Technical is not that hard.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: In HR+Technical interview the shortlisted student from the technical round are interviewed.Panel consist of 5 people and they ask about your future perspective wrt company what you think about there company your role in there company .They also try to put some difficult question but answer them confidently and politely.Technical question along with HR questions were asked.

General Tips: Visit there website learn about company and there projects in india.focus on your Communication technical is not that much hard.
Skill Tips: Speak clearly and fluently.For technical part dont take much pressure.As for mechanical engineering students mainly hmt fluid rac are asked.Please look into there website and see there Global ranking ,there achievements and there projects in india it will help you in HR round .
Skills: Technical Skill And Speaking Skill
College Name: NIT ALLAHABAD

I appeared for an interview in Aug 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Aptitute
Experience: The aptitute level of JC was preety high. The questions were tough comprising of questions from quantitative and logical reasoning.
Tips: Practise hard on aptitude coz this is the most important round for this company during on campus placements

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: The aptitute level of JC was preety high. The questions were tough comprising of questions from quantitative and logical reasoning.
Tips: Practise hard on aptitude coz this is the most important round for this company during on campus placements

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: This round was to test your basic programming and problem solving skills.
Tips: You should be strong in your basic core sbjcts and very good at programming approach to solve problems

College Name: Netaji Subhash Engineering College

Festo Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Festo Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) interview?
Festo interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Festo interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for Festo Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) 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 Festo. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Festo expect are Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Order Processing, Pneumatics and Sales Support.
What are the top questions asked in Festo Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) interview?

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