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Updated 19 Feb 2025

Mott MacDonald Structural Engineer Interview Experiences for Experienced

1 interview found

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There were 2 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 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. In which direction will you add bracing in steel structure? and why?
  • Ans. 

    Bracing should be added in the weak axis direction to provide stability and prevent buckling.

    • Bracing should be added in the weak axis direction to prevent buckling.

    • Bracing helps to stabilize the structure and distribute loads more efficiently.

    • Examples of bracing in steel structures include diagonal bracing, cross bracing, and portal bracing.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are different check in footing?
  • Ans. 

    Different checks in footing include bearing capacity check, settlement check, sliding check, and overturning check.

    • Bearing capacity check ensures the soil can support the load without failure.

    • Settlement check ensures the footing settles within acceptable limits.

    • Sliding check ensures the footing does not slide on the soil.

    • Overturning check ensures the footing does not overturn due to lateral forces.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. One way shear and two way shear in footing explain
  • Ans. 

    One way shear occurs in footings when load is applied in one direction, while two way shear occurs when load is applied in two directions.

    • One way shear typically occurs in rectangular footings where the load is applied in one direction.

    • Two way shear occurs in square footings or when the load is applied in two directions.

    • One way shear is calculated using the formula Vc = 0.5 * f'c * b * d, while two way shear is calcula

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What type of structures have you worked upon?
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on various types of structures including commercial buildings, residential homes, bridges, and industrial facilities.

    • Commercial buildings

    • Residential homes

    • Bridges

    • Industrial facilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Why do you want to switch?

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Bending moment & Shear force diagram, lateral pressure from soil & water, reinforcement provision, Tension & compression in retaining walls etc.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study basics of mechanics if you have less than 5 years of experience.

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Nov 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 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Package and availability
  • Q2. Related experience in the oil and gas field, pipe rack, shelter
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Detailed interview session with the Technical person, mostly related to the projects we mention in the cv.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be clear about what you have mentioned in the cv and explain them clearly.
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Feb 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 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical question related to previous experience
  • Q2. Material specifications was asked
  • Q3. Brown field project experience was also asked

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview is average level . Need confidence and you will be selected
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Conversation 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Do you have experience with basements and below ground structures
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have extensive experience with basements and below ground structures.

    • I have designed and analyzed numerous basements for residential and commercial buildings.

    • I am familiar with waterproofing techniques and soil mechanics related to below ground structures.

    • I have experience with retaining walls, foundations, and underground parking structures.

    • I have worked on projects involving deep excavations and shoring system...

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Feb 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Precast segment of related
  • Q2. Segment launching work
  • Q3. Well foundation work

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Well foundation,pier, segment cabale stayed bridge, extra dose segment, extra dose white segment

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Casting yard, precast segment
  • Ans. 

    Sir casting yard area, bed alignment of survey department properly center shuttering palet panchang,and line perfect condition,

    Precast segment- properly casting yard area bed alignment and survey department cordinate with checking proper center line, segment shuttering perfect ag pr drowning dimension, jig properly arrengement of bed area 

  • Answered by Shahwaj Khagaria

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Casting yard, precast segment, cable stayed bridge, Extra does segment, Extra does white segment, Pier table, pier head, pier cap, well foundation, double D well foundation, cast in citu, super structure,
My contract no -XXXXX
Please sir information me

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Analysis of frames
  • Ans. 

    Analysis of frames involves determining the internal forces and stresses in the members of a structural frame.

    • Frames are analyzed using structural analysis methods such as the method of joints or method of sections.

    • Internal forces such as axial, shear, and bending moments are calculated for each member.

    • Stresses are then determined using the material properties and cross-sectional area of each member.

    • Frame analysis is i...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic Questions direct from book, this company mainly focused on book, you have to know Is codes and reasons behind every clause like, at the beam support why minimum striups spacing is 6d . You have to k...
  • Q2. How moment is transfer from beam to column, In I section what is the main work of web Check points for. Designing of beam column sab foundation What is dynamic analysis Difference between fundamental tim...
  • Ans. 

    Structural Engineer interview questions on moment transfer, I section web work, beam-column-slab foundation design, dynamic analysis, bending theory, neutral axis, balanced section, etc.

    • Moment transfer from beam to column

    • Web work in I section

    • Designing of beam-column-slab foundation

    • Dynamic analysis

    • Difference between fundamental time period and natural time period of building

    • Base shear

    • Moment connection

    • PMM ratio curve

    • Theo...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. SFD and BMD diagrams
  • Q2. Moment and shear connection in steel structures
  • Ans. 

    Moment and shear connections are critical in steel structures for transferring loads between members.

    • Moment connections transfer bending forces between beams and columns

    • Shear connections transfer shear forces between beams and columns

    • Common types of moment connections include bolted end plate connections and welded connections

    • Common types of shear connections include bolted shear tabs and welded shear plates

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Structural detailing
  • Q2. Base shear calculation

Mott MacDonald Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Mott MacDonald Structural Engineer interview for experienced candidates?
Mott MacDonald interview process for experienced candidates usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Mott MacDonald interview process for experienced candidates are Resume Shortlist and Technical.
How to prepare for Mott MacDonald Structural Engineer interview for experienced candidates?
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 Mott MacDonald . The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Mott MacDonald expect are Agile Coaching, Autodesk, Civil Engineering, Medical Insurance and REVIT Architecture.
What are the top questions asked in Mott MacDonald Structural Engineer interview for experienced candidates?

Some of the top questions asked at the Mott MacDonald Structural Engineer interview for experienced candidates -

  1. In which direction will you add bracing in steel structure? and w...read more
  2. What type of structures have you worked up...read more
  3. What are different check in footi...read more

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