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Mahindra & Mahindra Product Development Engineer Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers

Updated 26 Jun 2023

Mahindra & Mahindra Product Development Engineer Interview Experiences for Freshers

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I appeared for an interview in May 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced Product Development Engineer with a passion for innovation and problem-solving.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from XYZ University.

    • I have 5 years of experience in developing new products from concept to production.

    • I am proficient in CAD software such as SolidWorks and have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes.

    • I have successfully launched several product...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why Mahindra?
  • Ans. 

    Mahindra is a leading company known for its innovative products, strong values, and commitment to sustainability.

    • Mahindra has a strong reputation for innovation and cutting-edge technology in the automotive industry.

    • The company values sustainability and social responsibility, aligning with my own values.

    • Mahindra has a diverse range of products and services, providing opportunities for growth and development.

    • The company...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: CGPA Criteria
Tips: Have Nice CG.

Round: Test
Experience: It was conducted by co-cubes.Aptitude, compression reading, logical reasoning questions were of moderate difficulty.Technical questions were hard, it included both mechanical and electronic questions.Depending on the cutoff score and resume
, students were shortlisted.
Tips: Be thorough with the Reasoning and English, Try to have both Mechanical and Electrical Knowledge.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Questions: 90

Round: Resume Shortlist
Tips: Make your resume strong by participating in extracurricular activities and by doing projects.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Technical round interview via video call.Questions included related to the automotive field, new technologies etc.
The interview was around 30 min.
Tips: Decide where you want to start your career and start doing preparation well in advance and understand your passion rather than competition, comparison etc of that of others

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Next round was telephonic round.It was just like an hr interview basically to check communication skills and relevancy towards the field.
Tips: Good at Convincing!

Skills: Technical Knowledge(ML
College Name: Manipal Institute Of Technology, Manipal

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I appeared for an interview in Jul 2017.

Interview Preparation Tips

Skills: Qulity, Quick Maths

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before May 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tell me about your self?

Interview Preparation Tips

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I appeared for an interview in Dec 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Difference between a two stroke and a four stroke engine?
  • Ans. 

    A two-stroke engine completes a power cycle in two strokes of the piston, while a four-stroke engine completes it in four strokes.

    • Two-stroke engines have a simpler design and are lighter than four-stroke engines.

    • Two-stroke engines have a higher power-to-weight ratio but lower fuel efficiency compared to four-stroke engines.

    • Four-stroke engines have separate intake, compression, power, and exhaust strokes, while two-stro...

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  • Q2. Pictorial representation of a SI engine with valve opening and showing tdc and bdc.
  • Ans. 

    A pictorial representation of a SI engine with valve opening, TDC, and BDC.

    • SI engine stands for Spark Ignition engine, which is commonly used in gasoline-powered vehicles.

    • Valve opening refers to the movement of the intake and exhaust valves to allow fuel-air mixture in and exhaust gases out of the combustion chamber.

    • TDC (Top Dead Center) is the position of the piston at the extreme top of its stroke.

    • BDC (Bottom Dead Ce...

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  • Q3. What change will u make or what improvement will you do to any product manufactured by TVS?
  • Ans. 

    I would improve the fuel efficiency of TVS motorcycles by implementing advanced engine technology.

    • Implementing electronic fuel injection system for better fuel management

    • Introducing hybrid technology for improved mileage

    • Optimizing aerodynamics of the motorcycle for reduced drag

    • Using lightweight materials for better fuel economy

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  • Q4. Tell me about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated production engineer with a strong background in manufacturing processes and quality control.

    • Graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering

    • Experience working in a manufacturing plant for 3 years

    • Proficient in CAD software for designing production layouts

    • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency

    • Led a team in reducing production downtime by 20%

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Basic aptitude questions including a few basic technical questions
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 60

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: Interviewers were friendly, started with a casual talk, about themselves then asking about me, my interests and stuff, then they got into technical stuff followed by few HR questions
Tips: Be free and answer confidently

Skills: Presence Of Mind, Technical Skills, Behavioural Skills
College Name: IIT Madras

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is difference between production and manufacturing?
  • Ans. 

    Production is the process of creating goods or services, while manufacturing is a subset of production that involves the creation of physical goods.

    • Production involves both goods and services, while manufacturing is limited to physical goods.

    • Production is a broader term that includes manufacturing, while manufacturing is a subset of production.

    • Manufacturing involves the use of machinery and tools to create physical goo...

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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Aug 2021. There were 4 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 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Objective type question of 50 marks
Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

20 marks objective questions for aptitude test

Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question asked according to subject such as Engineering Drawing, Production Process etc.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - you should prepare answers for the question according to your branch paper. All question were asked from my subject paper of all semester. You must be able to communicate properly with interviewer.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 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.
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a production engineer with experience in designing and implementing manufacturing processes.

    • I have a degree in mechanical engineering

    • I have worked on projects to optimize production lines and reduce costs

    • I have experience with CAD software and 3D printing

    • I am familiar with Lean Manufacturing principles

    • I am a team player and enjoy collaborating with others to achieve goals

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  • Q2. Why should I hire you
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills, experience and passion to excel in this role.

    • I have a degree in Production Engineering and relevant work experience

    • I am skilled in using production software and tools

    • I have a strong attention to detail and can identify and solve problems efficiently

    • I am a team player and can work collaboratively to achieve goals

    • I am passionate about the field and am always eager to learn and improve

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Be truthful in your resume. It is very easy to catch false or lies during the interview by asking basic questions.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

General knowledge , aptitude test

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Automobile mechanism

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be good at technical skills
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jan 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 - HR 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. Production knowledge, robot teaching and programming
  • Q2. Manpower handling plan/actual material follow 5s , 3c
  • Q3. Rework and rejection PPM
  • Ans. 

    Rework and rejection PPM refers to the number of defective products in a production run.

    • PPM stands for parts per million and is used to measure the number of defective products in a production run.

    • Rework PPM refers to the number of products that need to be reworked due to defects.

    • Rejection PPM refers to the number of products that are rejected due to defects.

    • Reducing rework and rejection PPM is important for improving ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Machine breakdown time production side whatever analysing
  • Ans. 

    Machine breakdown time analysis is crucial for production efficiency.

    • Analyzing machine breakdown time helps identify the root cause of the issue.

    • It helps in implementing preventive measures to avoid future breakdowns.

    • It also helps in optimizing maintenance schedules and reducing downtime.

    • Data can be collected through sensors, maintenance logs, and operator feedback.

    • Analyzing breakdown time can also help in identifying

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  • Q5. 4M , use the production and then amount
  • Q6. Kizen every week one improvement work.
  • Q7. Abnormal station, down time ,shut up chikshit, manpower skill matrix, oral production report.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Safety first priority, health and environment good condition..
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Previous company name
  • Q2. From where you are completed your education

Mahindra & Mahindra Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Mahindra & Mahindra Product Development Engineer interview for freshers?
Mahindra & Mahindra interview process for freshers usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Mahindra & Mahindra interview process for freshers are Resume Shortlist, Technical and HR.
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