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Updated 27 Sep 2023

Mott MacDonald Bridge Engineer Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Midas Expertise & Bridges basic questions
Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Previous project description

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Feb 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. As I mostly worked in prestressed structures, I was asked about elastic shortening loss, How it is derived and what are the values or range for ES losses.
  • Q2. The effect of temperature on earth pressure
  • Ans. 

    Temperature affects the density and stiffness of soil, which in turn affects earth pressure.

    • As temperature increases, soil expands and becomes less dense, resulting in reduced earth pressure.

    • As temperature decreases, soil contracts and becomes more dense, resulting in increased earth pressure.

    • The effect of temperature on earth pressure is more significant in areas with extreme temperature fluctuations.

    • The type of soil ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why do we need dynamic analysis and what ate the steps
  • Ans. 

    Dynamic analysis is necessary to ensure safety and functionality of bridges under various loads and conditions.

    • Dynamic analysis helps to determine the response of a bridge to dynamic loads such as wind, earthquakes, and traffic.

    • It is important to consider the effects of dynamic loads on the bridge's natural frequency and mode shapes.

    • The steps involved in dynamic analysis include modeling the bridge, selecting appropria...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are secondary losses in integral and continuous prestressed structures
  • Ans. 

    Secondary losses in integral and continuous prestressed structures refer to the loss of prestress due to factors other than elastic shortening.

    • Secondary losses can be caused by creep, shrinkage, relaxation, and anchorage slip.

    • Creep is the gradual deformation of concrete under sustained load.

    • Shrinkage is the reduction in volume of concrete as it dries.

    • Relaxation is the loss of prestress over time due to the relaxation o...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are the challenges you faced in major elevated projects and how did you handle them

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be very thorough about the work which you have done and what you have put in your CV. And mostly get your basics on point. Cheers.

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Q1. Why do we need dynamic analysis and what ate the steps
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Q3. What is the main precautions taken during Bridge constructions
Q4. What are secondary losses in integral and continuous prestressed ... read more
Q5. The effect of temperature on earth pressure

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basics questions on SAP

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Recomend, not to join this company. what they promise and what they provide is totally irrelevant. No ethics.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Hard core techanical
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Mar 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 - Coding Test 

It depends on the region, for me they conducted tool test in the 1st round.

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical questions on previously done projects
  • Q2. About software and tool proficiency

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident about your work( for experienced guys)
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
No response
Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. About current projects. And more about seismic/ wind loads
  • Q2. How to perform RSM method ?
  • Ans. 

    Response Surface Methodology (RSM) is a statistical technique used to model and analyze the relationship between a response variable and multiple input variables.

    • Design a set of experiments based on a factorial design

    • Collect data from the experiments

    • Fit a regression model to the data

    • Analyze the model to determine optimal input settings for the response variable

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  • Q3. Soil test report
  • Q4. Foundation uplift
  • Q5. Connection design
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

I was interviewed in Apr 2024.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Control Valve sizing
  • Q2. Flowmeter selection
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Reason for shifting
  • Ans. 

    I shifted to pursue new opportunities for growth and development in my career.

    • Seeking new challenges and responsibilities

    • Exploring different industries or technologies

    • Relocation for personal reasons or family commitments

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Expected salary

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Seismic design of building, criteria, type of checks in building with respect to seismic, analysis approach
  • Q2. Pile and foundation detail, structural system in building, shear wall, dual system implications
  • Q3. Steel structure- Class of section, connection detail, slender member design criteria
  • Q4. Building irregularities type
  • Q5. Nature of scope of work performed, understanding of coordination approach, software knowledge
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in May 2023.

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 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. HVAC, FLS & Experience
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Software Proficiency Test
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Whate are different bus bar schemes?
  • Ans. 

    Bus bar schemes are different ways of connecting bus bars in power systems.

    • Single bus bar scheme

    • Double bus bar scheme

    • Main and transfer bus bar scheme

    • Ring bus bar scheme

    • Breaker and a half scheme

    • Mesh bus bar scheme

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the equipment sequence for any line bay?
  • Ans. 

    The equipment sequence for any line bay starts with the circuit breaker and ends with the transformer.

    • The circuit breaker is the first equipment in the sequence.

    • Next comes the isolator switch.

    • After that, the earth switch is operated.

    • Then the line disconnector is opened.

    • Finally, the transformer is disconnected from the line.

    • The sequence is reversed when the line bay is put back into service.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What you want to leave your current organization?
  • Q2. Are you comfortable to relocate to another city?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always be prepare about possible questions and be confident while giving interview
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