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Updated 29 Jan 2025

Kennametal Executive Engineer Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Jan 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Draw Ball Screw Diagram
  • Ans. 

    A ball screw is a mechanical linear actuator that translates rotational motion to linear motion.

    • Consists of a screw shaft with a ball nut that moves along the threads of the screw

    • Ball bearings in the nut reduce friction and allow for smooth motion

    • Used in various applications such as CNC machines, robotics, and aerospace industry

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Draw Spindle Cross Section
  • Ans. 

    A spindle cross section is a diagram showing the internal structure of a spindle used in machinery.

    • Spindle cross section typically shows the arrangement of bearings, shaft, and other components inside the spindle.

    • It helps in understanding the functionality and design of the spindle.

    • Examples of components shown in a spindle cross section include ball bearings, housing, and lubrication system.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Descriotion about project by drawing Machine layout of the same.
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Different type of bearings and its application.
  • Ans. 

    Different types of bearings include ball bearings, roller bearings, and plain bearings, each with specific applications.

    • Ball bearings are used in applications requiring low friction and high speed, such as in wheels and conveyor belts.

    • Roller bearings are suitable for heavy radial loads, like in automotive transmissions and industrial machinery.

    • Plain bearings, also known as bushings, are used in applications where lubri...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difference between roller and spherical bearings
  • Ans. 

    Roller bearings have cylindrical rollers while spherical bearings have spherical rollers for increased load capacity and misalignment compensation.

    • Roller bearings have cylindrical rollers that distribute load evenly across a larger surface area

    • Spherical bearings have spherical rollers that allow for misalignment compensation

    • Roller bearings are more suitable for high radial loads while spherical bearings are better for ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you are planning to join the WIDMA division, you should be well-versed in your projects, particularly if you come from a machine tool background.

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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain Compilation process steps?
  • Ans. 

    Compilation process involves several steps to convert source code into executable code.

    • Preprocessing: Includes header file inclusion, macro expansion, and conditional compilation.

    • Compilation: Translates source code into assembly code.

    • Assembly: Converts assembly code into machine code.

    • Linking: Combines object files and libraries to create an executable file.

    • Loading: Loads the executable file into memory and prepares it

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well prior the interview, revise all the basic concepts of Embedded C and MATLAB if you have applied for embedded systems.

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Mar 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Questions will be related to the post which company is offering.
  • Q2. Should be very accurate to all electronics queries

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be smart and to the point answers will help.

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

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions on Process,Simulation, CAD

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Case based question

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Sfd and bmd. Good amount of strength of material was asked.

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics of C, embedded C, microcontrollers and RTOS
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Share details of your previous job.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared for interview with your current organization ongoing projects

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Jul 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. CNC programming

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be very technical
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before May 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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself ?
  • Q2. About your work experience?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Confidence , good energy level

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Mar 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions were related to the post John Deere were offering to candidates. For me it was Diagnostics Author position.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always be aware that answer as simple as you can.
If you don't know the answer don't try to attempt simply say that you don't know and assure interviewer that if you ll get a chance you will definitely answer that.

Be optimistic and attentive.

Kennametal Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Kennametal Executive Engineer interview?
Kennametal interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Kennametal interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for Kennametal Executive 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 Kennametal. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Kennametal expect are Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, Material Science, Process Improvement and SAP.
What are the top questions asked in Kennametal Executive Engineer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Kennametal Executive Engineer interview -

  1. Difference between roller and spherical beari...read more
  2. Different type of bearings and its applicati...read more
  3. Draw Ball Screw Diag...read more

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