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Updated 16 Jan 2023

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5 interviews found

I applied via Naukri.com

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. What is your present work?
  • Q2. 1.Knowledge on HVAC . 2.Explaine an operation sequence on any of the HVAC system . 3. Good knowledge on Field devices and PID. 4. Communication Protocols . Modbus , bacnet etc. 5. Understanding on SO...
Round 3 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Q2. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q3. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q4. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Learn from each interview .
Don't give up .
Always be with a fire.
Learn tell logically No.

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. HVAC basic questions, like explain refrigeration cycle. purpose of condenser, evaporator, expansion valve.
  • Q2. Describe your current job responsibilities?
  • Q3. Difference between radiator and intercooler?
  • Ans. 

    Radiator cools engine coolant while intercooler cools compressed air from turbocharger or supercharger.

    • Radiator is used in internal combustion engines to cool the engine coolant

    • Intercooler is used in turbocharged or supercharged engines to cool the compressed air

    • Radiator is located in front of the engine while intercooler is located between the turbocharger/supercharger and the engine

    • Radiator reduces the temperature of...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why inner fins are used in intercooler?
  • Ans. 

    Inner fins are used in intercooler to increase heat transfer area and improve cooling efficiency.

    • Inner fins increase the surface area of the intercooler, allowing for more heat transfer.

    • This improves the cooling efficiency of the intercooler, allowing for better performance of the engine.

    • Inner fins can be designed in various shapes and sizes to optimize the cooling performance.

    • Examples of intercoolers with inner fins i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Do you have experience of creo?
Round 3 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself
  • Q3. Will you explain refrigeration cycle?
  • Ans. 

    Refrigeration cycle is a process of removing heat from a low-temperature reservoir and transferring it to a high-temperature reservoir.

    • The cycle consists of four main components: compressor, condenser, expansion valve, and evaporator.

    • The refrigerant is compressed by the compressor and then condensed in the condenser, releasing heat.

    • The high-pressure liquid refrigerant then passes through the expansion valve, where it e...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is your current job profile?
Round 4 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Q3. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q4. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be on time, do your research on company.

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jan 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Interviewer will ask to give CAD test first.
  • Q2. And other question mostly depends on 1. Current job/project. 2. Processes. 3. HVAC Domain knowledge.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep yourself prepared with HVAC domain knowledge, manufacturing process of sheet metal, GD and T and product development lifecycle processes.
Having experience in NPD, VAVE will be added advantage.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Nothing. Only salary discussion done.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview was great. Asked more questions related to CCTV and Access control system. Interviewer was very cool. Autocad practice should be good.

Johnson Controls interview questions for designations

 Design Engineer

 (1)

 Autocad Design Engineer

 (1)

 Senior Application Engineer

 (3)

 Senior Software Engineer

 (2)

 Senior Quality Engineer

 (1)

 Lead Engineer

 (1)

 Junior Embedded Engineer

 (1)

 Engineer

 (3)

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Nov 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Quants, reasoning along with verbal

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is TAS, OIC, TFMS, Radar, DCV
  • Ans. 

    TAS is True Airspeed, OIC is Operational Information Center, TFMS is Traffic Flow Management System, Radar is a detection system, DCV is a Digital Control Valve.

    • TAS is the speed of an aircraft relative to the air through which it is flying.

    • OIC is a facility that provides real-time situational awareness and decision support to air traffic managers.

    • TFMS is a system that manages the flow of air traffic in the National Air...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Rosov, dbbv, BQD, Barrigade logic, PLC, SCADA
  • Ans. 

    Rosov, dbbv, BQD, Barrigade logic, PLC, SCADA are all related to engineering and automation.

    • Rosov is a type of valve used in the oil and gas industry.

    • dbbv stands for Double Block and Bleed Valve, used to isolate sections of a pipeline.

    • BQD is a type of circuit breaker used in electrical systems.

    • Barrigade logic is a type of control system used in industrial automation.

    • PLC stands for Programmable Logic Controller, used to...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Johnson Controls Senior Design Engineer interview:
  • oil and gas
  • Fire Alarm System
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare what you have written in resume. Say what you know and say if you doesn't know

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview questions from similar companies

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Identityhashmap,fiegnclient
  • Q2. Soap vs rest, chunk based pgm, marker interface
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Pneumatic safety valves
  • Q2. Ball screw selection
  • Q3. Hydraulics and components used in hydraulics
  • Ans. 

    Hydraulics involve the use of fluids to transmit power in mechanical systems, with components like pumps, cylinders, valves, and hoses.

    • Hydraulics use incompressible fluids to transmit power

    • Components include pumps to generate fluid flow, cylinders to convert fluid power into mechanical power, valves to control flow direction, and hoses to connect components

    • Common examples include hydraulic systems in heavy machinery, a

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Projects in the previous company
  • Q5. What did you learn in your 1st and 2nd company
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. No questions, direct salary discussion and early joining

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Titan Engineering & Automation Senior Design Engineer interview:
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

General questions regarding current events mathematical logical questions etc

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is tolerance stack up & what is IT grades?
  • Ans. 

    Tolerance stack up is the accumulation of variations in dimensions and tolerances in a product design. IT grades are international standards for tolerances.

    • Tolerance stack up occurs when the cumulative effect of individual part tolerances results in a deviation from the intended design.

    • IT grades, such as IT01, IT0, IT1, etc., are used to specify the level of tolerance allowed for a particular dimension or feature.

    • Under...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Calculations based on pneumatics and hydraulic selection etc.
  • Q3. What is anti friction bearings explain.
  • Ans. 

    Anti-friction bearings are designed to reduce friction between moving parts, allowing for smooth and efficient operation.

    • Anti-friction bearings use rolling elements (such as balls or rollers) to reduce friction between two surfaces in contact.

    • They are commonly used in machinery and equipment to support rotating or linear motion.

    • Examples include ball bearings, roller bearings, and needle bearings.

    • These bearings are desi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is type of splines?
  • Ans. 

    Splines are mechanical components used to transfer torque between two rotating objects while allowing for slight misalignment or movement.

    • Splines are used in mechanical engineering to transfer torque between shafts or other rotating components.

    • There are different types of splines including involute, straight-sided, and serrated splines.

    • Splines allow for slight misalignment or movement between the connected components w

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is PU and PTFE explain
  • Ans. 

    PU stands for polyurethane, a versatile polymer used in various applications. PTFE stands for polytetrafluoroethylene, a synthetic fluoropolymer known for its non-stick properties.

    • PU is a type of polymer that can be rigid or flexible, commonly used in foam insulation, coatings, adhesives, and sealants.

    • PTFE is a synthetic fluoropolymer with high heat resistance and low friction, often used in non-stick cookware, gaskets

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare all necessary calculations and selection criteria..

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. HOW TO CALCULATE CT CURRENT
  • Ans. 

    CT current can be calculated by dividing the primary current by the turns ratio of the current transformer.

    • CT current = Primary current / Turns ratio

    • Primary current is the current flowing through the primary conductor

    • Turns ratio is the ratio of the number of turns in the primary winding to the number of turns in the secondary winding

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. WHAT IS LOCKOUT REALY
  • Ans. 

    Lockout is a safety procedure used to ensure that machinery or equipment is properly shut off and cannot be restarted until maintenance or servicing is completed.

    • Lockout involves isolating energy sources to prevent accidental startup.

    • Lockout devices like padlocks and tags are used to physically lock equipment.

    • Lockout procedures must be followed to prevent accidents and injuries.

    • Examples of lockout include locking out e...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. WHAT IS IP65 FOR PANEL
  • Ans. 

    IP65 for panel refers to the level of protection against dust and water ingress.

    • IP65 rating means the panel is dust tight and protected against water jets from any direction.

    • The first digit '6' indicates the level of protection against solid objects like dust.

    • The second digit '5' indicates the level of protection against water ingress.

    • Commonly used in outdoor or industrial applications where the panel may be exposed to...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is TCS AND MASTER TRIP REALY
  • Ans. 

    TCS and Master Trip Relay are protective devices used in electrical systems to prevent damage during faults.

    • TCS stands for Time Current Characteristic Relay, which operates based on the relationship between time and current to trip the circuit breaker during faults.

    • Master Trip Relay is a relay that receives signals from various protective relays and initiates a trip signal to disconnect the circuit in case of a fault.

    • B...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. WHAT IS LSC 2A AND LSC 2B
  • Ans. 

    LSC 2A and LSC 2B are standards for lighting in commercial and industrial buildings.

    • LSC 2A and LSC 2B are part of the Lighting Power Density (LPD) requirements in building codes.

    • LSC 2A is for commercial buildings while LSC 2B is for industrial buildings.

    • They specify the maximum allowable power consumption for lighting per unit area in a building.

    • For example, LSC 2A may require a maximum LPD of 0.9 watts per square foot

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What REF PROTECTION and HIgh impedance and low impedance
  • Ans. 

    REF protection is used to prevent damage to equipment from electrical faults. High impedance protection is used for sensitive equipment, while low impedance protection is used for power systems.

    • REF protection is used to detect ground faults and prevent damage to equipment.

    • High impedance protection is used for sensitive equipment that requires high accuracy and low fault currents.

    • Low impedance protection is used for pow...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. ANSI CODE FOR VERIOUS PROTECTION
  • Ans. 

    ANSI codes are used to identify various types of protection devices in electrical systems.

    • ANSI code 50/51 is for instantaneous overcurrent protection

    • ANSI code 67 is for directional power protection

    • ANSI code 87 is for differential protection

    • ANSI code 59 is for overvoltage protection

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. I have been using blender for the past 2 years, so they asked how would I learn their 3d Software, i.e., 3Ds Max
Round 2 - Assignment 

Making an animated clip from a reference video provided.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How would I adjust here in acooperate coming from a gaming background with no real work overlap.
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions about my process and skills in 3D modelling and Animation.

Johnson Controls Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Johnson Controls Senior Design Engineer interview?
Johnson Controls interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Johnson Controls interview process are Resume Shortlist, Technical and HR.
How to prepare for Johnson Controls Senior Design Engineer 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 Johnson Controls. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Johnson Controls expect are Fire Alarm System, Instrumentation, AutoCAD, CCTV and Costing.
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  1. What is Rosov, dbbv, BQD, Barrigade logic, PLC, SC...read more
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