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Updated 15 Feb 2025

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the difference between surge and est test.
  • Q2. What is the eft, what is the procedure for RI and RS test. What is the CE and CS testing.
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the most challenging aspect of the EMI/EMC testing process?
  • Q2. What steps should be taken to prepare for a conducted susceptibility test?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please allow 2 to 3 days for interview preparation.

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Q1. Power supply Type? Soldering temperature for through hole component? Voltage Range 10 volt with 1 volt tolerance?
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Given one pcba,can you show me transformer,inductor, ceramic capacitors,electrolytic capacitors etc all technical questions asked?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I can identify and explain the functions of various components on a pcba such as transformers, inductors, ceramic capacitors, and electrolytic capacitors.

    • Transformers are used to transfer electrical energy between circuits through electromagnetic induction.

    • Inductors store energy in a magnetic field and resist changes in current flow.

    • Ceramic capacitors are used for high frequency applications and have low parasitic...

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  • Q2. Asked related to theory part What is capacitor,IC, Transformer, Inductor
Round 2 - Case Study 

Asked what was qualification & asked about self introduction

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asked family background

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Well prepared for interview

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Just basic electrical questions

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Random general topics

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Types of induction motors
  • Ans. 

    Types of induction motors include single-phase, three-phase, squirrel cage, and wound rotor motors.

    • Single-phase induction motors are commonly used in household appliances.

    • Three-phase induction motors are widely used in industrial applications.

    • Squirrel cage motors have a simple and rugged construction.

    • Wound rotor motors allow for external resistance to be added for speed control.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difference between ups snd inverter
  • Ans. 

    UPS provides instant backup power during outages, while inverter converts DC power to AC power.

    • UPS stands for Uninterruptible Power Supply and provides instant backup power during outages.

    • Inverter converts DC power from batteries or solar panels to AC power for household appliances.

    • UPS typically has a battery backup to provide continuous power, while inverters rely on external power sources.

    • UPS is commonly used for cri...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What makes you fit
  • Ans. 

    My experience in electrical design, attention to detail, and ability to problem-solve make me a great fit for this role.

    • Extensive experience in electrical design projects

    • Strong attention to detail in creating accurate and efficient designs

    • Proven ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot issues

    • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations

    • Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and clients

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  • Q2. How IEEE will help our organisation
  • Ans. 

    IEEE can help our organization by providing access to industry standards, networking opportunities, and cutting-edge research.

    • Access to industry standards for electrical design practices

    • Networking opportunities with other professionals in the field

    • Access to cutting-edge research and developments in electrical engineering

    • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

    • Access to conferences and events

  • Answered by AI
Round 5 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you relocate here
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am open to relocating for the right opportunity.

    • I am willing to relocate for the right job opportunity

    • I have experience relocating for previous jobs

    • I am open to exploring new locations and experiences

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you work extra hours
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to work extra hours when needed to meet project deadlines or address urgent issues.

    • I am flexible with my schedule and can adjust to accommodate extra hours

    • I understand the importance of meeting project deadlines and am willing to put in the extra effort

    • I have previous experience working extra hours when necessary, such as during crunch times or emergencies

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Schneider Electric Electrical Designer interview:
  • Basic electrical
  • Generation to Distribution
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just learn about basics electrical.

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Q1. What is the cable tray layout and how do you cable tray design, what is the input requirement, Trench layout and what is the input requirement,
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Data Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 15 Feb 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I was interviewed in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is ETL, and can you provide examples from your project to illustrate its application?
  • Q2. How do you handle multithreading in Python?
Round 2 - Case Study 

A detailed discussion of the project from architecture to its implementation.

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is your notice period, what salary do you expect, and why are you seeking a job change?

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Electrical Technician Interview Questions & Answers

user image Rajesh Kumar Barik

posted on 18 Jan 2025

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the VFD
  • Q2. What is the role of an Online Learning Resource (OLR)?
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the rccb
  • Q2. Which place use star delta connection

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Deep dive on Agile and scrum
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Scenario based questions on capacity management user story points
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General culture fit behavioural questions

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Q1. What is success & what is failure to you? How do you handle failure? - not much interviewer asks such questions, but I believe these are very important questions, if you want to succeed.
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via campus placement at Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Gamified aptitude test

Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Resume', projects, background, college studies
  • Q2. What are analog and digital sensors?
  • Ans. 

    Analog sensors measure continuous physical quantities, while digital sensors measure discrete values.

    • Analog sensors provide a continuous output signal proportional to the quantity being measured.

    • Digital sensors provide discrete output signals, typically in the form of binary values (0 or 1).

    • Examples of analog sensors include temperature sensors, pressure sensors, and light sensors.

    • Examples of digital sensors include pr...

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  • Q3. Difference bwteen the two
  • Ans. 

    The difference between the two is the level of automation and complexity involved in the processes.

    • Process automation involves automating repetitive tasks and workflows to increase efficiency.

    • Automation engineering focuses on designing, developing, and implementing automated systems for various industries.

    • Process automation can be as simple as setting up email notifications for certain events, while automation engineer...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How does a sensor work?
  • Ans. 

    A sensor works by detecting changes in physical properties such as temperature, pressure, light, or motion and converting them into electrical signals.

    • Sensors detect changes in physical properties and convert them into electrical signals.

    • Common types of sensors include temperature sensors, pressure sensors, light sensors, and motion sensors.

    • Sensors can be based on various principles such as resistive, capacitive, induc...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Schneider Electric Process Automation Engineer interview:
  • Power systems
  • Power Electronics
  • Analog
  • Digital Electronics
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on basics

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Q1. What are analog and digital sensors?
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Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) interview

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posted on 25 Dec 2021

 · B.E. / B.Tech
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The first round was a gamified aptitude test, and shortlisting was conducted based on sectional cutoffs. Female candidates were given higher preference.

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic questions on Transformer
  • Q2. Working of circuit Breakers and relays
  • Ans. 

    Circuit breakers are devices that automatically stop the flow of electricity when a fault is detected, while relays are switches that open or close circuits based on electrical signals.

    • Circuit breakers are designed to protect electrical circuits from damage caused by overcurrent or short circuits.

    • They work by detecting abnormal current flow and quickly interrupting the circuit to prevent damage.

    • Relays are electromechan...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is corona loss, insulators, Ferranti effect and all the basics of ETD
  • Q4. What is a Buchholz relay and how does it work?
  • Ans. 

    A Buchholz relay is a protective device used in oil-filled transformers to detect and prevent internal faults.

    • Detects faults such as insulation breakdown or arcing within the transformer

    • Consists of a float switch connected to an alarm or trip circuit

    • When gas or oil accumulates due to a fault, the float rises and triggers the alarm or trip signal

    • Helps prevent major damage to the transformer by isolating it from the powe

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Principle of Induction motor and what is mutual inductance
  • Ans. 

    Induction motor operates on the principle of electromagnetic induction. Mutual inductance is the measure of the coupling between two coils.

    • Induction motor works on the principle of electromagnetic induction where a rotating magnetic field is produced to induce current in the rotor, causing it to rotate.

    • Mutual inductance is the measure of the coupling between two coils, indicating how much of the magnetic field produced...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just be confident. Your key to success is your confidence, and I wish you all the best.

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Q1. What is the difference between Switch gear & Circuit Breakers ?
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at Narsee Monjee Institute Of Management Studies (NMIMS) and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Psychometric Test 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Will you rather questions (based on likert scale)
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How will you nurture leads at different parts of the Sales Funnel
  • Ans. 

    Nurturing leads at different parts of the Sales Funnel involves personalized communication and targeted content.

    • Segment leads based on their position in the funnel (awareness, consideration, decision)

    • Provide relevant content and information to educate and engage leads

    • Use email marketing, social media, and personalized outreach to stay in touch with leads

    • Track lead interactions and adjust strategies based on their behav...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why so Services have 7 Ps and Product 4 Ps?
  • Ans. 

    Services have 7 Ps to account for additional elements like people, process, and physical evidence, while products focus more on tangible aspects.

    • Services are intangible and require additional elements like people, process, and physical evidence to be considered in marketing strategies.

    • Products are tangible and typically focus on the core elements of product, price, place, and promotion.

    • The additional 3 Ps for services ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Strengths and weaknesses
  • Q2. Why Schneider? Why sales?
  • Ans. 

    Schneider offers a dynamic environment for growth and development, and sales allows me to utilize my communication and negotiation skills.

    • Schneider provides opportunities for career advancement and personal growth.

    • Sales allows me to interact with customers, understand their needs, and provide solutions.

    • I enjoy the challenge of meeting sales targets and negotiating deals.

    • I have strong communication and interpersonal ski...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What sets you apart?
  • Ans. 

    My strong communication skills, ability to build relationships, and passion for exceeding sales targets set me apart.

    • Strong communication skills - able to effectively convey information and build rapport with clients

    • Relationship building - skilled at developing and maintaining long-lasting connections with customers

    • Passion for exceeding sales targets - motivated to consistently achieve and surpass set goals

  • Answered by AI

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Schneider Electric Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Schneider Electric interview?
Schneider Electric interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Schneider Electric interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for Schneider Electric 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 Schneider Electric. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Schneider Electric expect are Project Management, Electricals, Agile, Automation and Python.
What are the top questions asked in Schneider Electric interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Schneider Electric interview -

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How long is the Schneider Electric interview process?

The duration of Schneider Electric interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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