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Updated 23 Jan 2025

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CAD Technician Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 23 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Jul 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the purpose of using overlays in AutoCAD?
  • Ans. 

    Overlays in AutoCAD are used to superimpose one drawing on top of another for comparison or reference purposes.

    • Overlays allow users to easily compare different versions of a drawing by superimposing them on top of each other.

    • They can be used to reference external files or images within the current drawing.

    • Overlays can help in coordinating different disciplines' drawings, such as architectural and structural plans.

    • They ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the purpose of using a purge layer
  • Ans. 

    A purge layer is used to remove excess material and prevent contamination during the printing process.

    • Prevents contamination of the final product

    • Removes excess material from the print bed

    • Improves print quality by ensuring proper adhesion of layers

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jun 2021. 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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Software knowledge auto cad
  • Q2. Software knowledge microstation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Work on software skill learn all software civil3d and microstation and project wise so you break interview easily.

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Q4. 1)What is shared parameters?
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Q5. What is a moment connection? can you draw the Connection?

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I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Sep 2021. 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 Resume tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic Technical Questions along with a tool test
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Why you want to join TCE
  • Ans. 

    I am excited to join TCE because of its reputation for innovative design and commitment to sustainability.

    • TCE's portfolio showcases a range of impressive projects that demonstrate their expertise in engineering and design.

    • I am particularly drawn to TCE's focus on sustainability and their efforts to incorporate eco-friendly solutions into their designs.

    • I am also impressed by TCE's commitment to innovation and their use ...

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  • Q2. About extra curricular activities and all

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Technical quiz, objective type, offline

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Your knowledge in design codes, basic structural analysis, foundation engineering.what you know about company,about the limits of stresses, % steel, foundation engineering questions.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: They were looking for Advanced Reinforced concrete, Steel structures, foundation engineering,Structural Dynamics, prestressed concrete structures.
Tips: They even didn't looked at my certificates.

General Tips: I think I got selected because my zeal to join their firm. I stressed that I wana join them in personal interview.Casually attempted. just with one day preparation.Areas I prepared for were Structural Analysis, R.C.C, Steel.Be cool, open minded.
Skills: Data Structures, Management skills
College Name: IIT MADRAS

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jul 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Purely Technical

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do not give answer in hurry. Be calm. Always be specific.

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Aug 2019. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. WHAT IS Fe500
  • Ans. 

    Fe500 is a type of high-strength reinforcement steel used in construction.

    • Fe500 stands for 'Fe' meaning iron and '500' representing the minimum yield strength of the steel in megapascals (MPa).

    • It is commonly used in construction for its high strength and durability.

    • Fe500 steel bars are used in reinforced concrete structures such as buildings, bridges, and highways.

    • It is also known as TMT (Thermo-Mechanically Treated) s...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. How to draw an SFD and BMD for simply supported beam under UDL of 10KM/m
  • Ans. 

    To draw SFD and BMD for simply supported beam under UDL of 10KM/m, follow these steps:

    • Calculate the reactions at the supports

    • Draw the SFD by taking the upward forces as positive and starting from one end

    • Draw the BMD by taking the positive moment as clockwise and starting from one end

    • Mark the maximum values of SFD and BMD

    • Check the equilibrium and compatibility of the beam

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They are asking so much question if you are a fresher and just passed out. They are full of field knowledge. Asked about family background too and many things which can't be explained.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jun 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions were more on practical application of your engineering skills. One of the simple yet practical question was "How would you lift a box of 10kg to height of 1mtr?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I am mechanical engineer. So for any interview your basic concept of mechanical engineering should be rock solid. Secondly give priority to know formulae and their method of solving. This would give you extra edge over your other candidates. All the Best.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Question is about where you current working ,past working releted question for experience person and some steel BBS question
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
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Process Duration
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Result
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Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain your contribution to project
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Jacobs Engineering Group Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Jacobs Engineering Group CAD Technician interview?
Jacobs Engineering Group interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Jacobs Engineering Group interview process are Technical and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Jacobs Engineering Group CAD Technician 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 Jacobs Engineering Group. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Jacobs Engineering Group expect are AutoCAD, Communication Skills, Bim, Civil 3D and Microstation.
What are the top questions asked in Jacobs Engineering Group CAD Technician interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Jacobs Engineering Group CAD Technician interview -

  1. What is the purpose of using overlays in AutoC...read more
  2. What is the purpose of using a purge la...read more
  3. Software knowledge microstat...read more

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