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Updated 31 Aug 2023

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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your experience?
  • Q2. Do a summary of your work experience?
  • Q3. What is your motivation to look for a new job?
  • Q4. What bring your attention to the position?
Round 3 - Group Discussion 

In it situation would you use a data vault architecture?

Interview Preparation Tips

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I was interviewed in Apr 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

15 Questions

  • Q1. What are you currently doing in your job profile?
  • Ans. 

    I am currently responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining system infrastructure for our organization.

    • Designing system architecture to meet business requirements

    • Implementing new technologies and solutions to improve system performance

    • Maintaining system infrastructure to ensure high availability and security

    • Troubleshooting and resolving system issues as they arise

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is system configuration?
  • Ans. 

    System configuration refers to the process of setting up and arranging hardware and software components to work together efficiently.

    • System configuration involves setting up hardware and software components to work together efficiently

    • It includes configuring network settings, installing drivers, and setting up user accounts

    • Examples of system configuration tools include Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager and ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is the disadvantage or drawback in S7 controller?
  • Ans. 

    The S7 controller has limited scalability and flexibility compared to other controllers.

    • Limited number of I/O points

    • Limited memory capacity

    • Limited processing power

    • Limited communication options

    • Limited support for advanced programming languages

    • Limited compatibility with third-party devices

    • Limited ability to handle complex control algorithms

    • Limited fault diagnostics capabilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Same question but in depth.
  • Q5. Like draw system configuration
  • Q6. Explain topologies used/protocol etc
  • Ans. 

    Topologies and protocols used in networking

    • Topologies: Bus, Star, Ring, Mesh, Hybrid

    • Protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DNS

    • Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth are common networking technologies

    • Network security protocols: SSL, TLS, IPSec

    • Routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, RIP

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Tell me about your self?
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced System Engineer with a strong background in network infrastructure and troubleshooting.

    • Over 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems

    • Proficient in network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP

    • Skilled in troubleshooting hardware and software issues

    • Certified in Cisco CCNA and CompTIA Network+

    • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Family condition and persons?
  • Ans. 

    I come from a close-knit family of four, including my parents and younger sister.

    • Family of four: parents and younger sister

    • Close-knit family

    • Supportive family members

    • Regular family gatherings and activities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Why you want to join us?
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about utilizing my technical skills to contribute to innovative projects and collaborate with a talented team.

    • Passionate about technology and innovation

    • Excited to work with a talented team

    • Looking for opportunities to utilize technical skills

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Are you sure this profile matches to your career goal.
  • Ans. 

    Yes, this profile aligns with my career goal as a System Engineer.

    • My career goal is to work in the field of system engineering

    • I have relevant education and experience in system engineering

    • I am passionate about technology and problem-solving, which are key aspects of system engineering

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. Why you want to switch?
  • Ans. 

    I want to switch to explore new challenges and opportunities for growth in my career.

    • Seeking new challenges to enhance my skills and knowledge

    • Opportunity for career growth and advancement

    • Interested in working with new technologies or industries

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. What is that thing which attract you for this job?
  • Ans. 

    The opportunity to work on complex systems and solve challenging problems in a dynamic environment.

    • Opportunity to work on complex systems

    • Solving challenging problems

    • Dynamic work environment

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. What is the reason you left your current job profile?,because my profile was Automation engineer.
  • Q14. Your family baackground?
  • Ans. 

    My family background is diverse and includes a mix of professions and interests.

    • My parents are both engineers, which inspired me to pursue a career in the same field.

    • I have siblings who are in the medical field, providing a different perspective on healthcare.

    • We have a strong emphasis on education and continuous learning in our family.

    • Family gatherings often involve discussions about technology, science, and current ev...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q15. What is that quality in you which suits this job?
  • Ans. 

    My problem-solving skills and attention to detail make me a perfect fit for this role.

    • Strong problem-solving skills

    • Attention to detail

    • Ability to work well under pressure

    • Experience with troubleshooting complex systems

    • Strong communication skills

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: First of all i applied through india's most famous job portal naukri.com.
This opening comes through a consultant [ pacific IT solutions ],first my resume was shortlisted by this consultant,after that they contact me on my mobile number verified with naukri.com,for avalibility and interest for change and tell me that they forward ,y resume to siemens HR and if they will shortlist you then you will get a mail for F2F round from them.
Tips: Special tips for this round are:-
Always update your profile daily and try to follow up more n more consultant/recruiter.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: I reached interview location on time,then i submit my resume in reception ,after 30 min my interview starts with all these question given above,then they told me to wait outside.
Tips: 1)Be confident and in formal look.
2)What ever is written in your resume you must be familier with this.
3)Dont put all the certification/courses/skill in your resume.try to put only those things which you know vwry well.
4)Make your resume as per job demand.Heighlight your those skills which matches to job.
5)Dont be over smart if you know the answer of given question.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: After Clearing my first round ,interviewer call me for second round on the same day,after fiew hour,the interviewer is very frank,they ask same questions and they were little bit checking my interest also towards job.
Tips: In this round the interviewer in more experienced so for him it is very easy to catch you knolwdge level.So be confident,try to answer with little bit diplomatic,and try to explain with practical experiances as musch as possible.

Round: Behavioural Interview
Experience: This Round name is Managerial round.In this round they checked my interest towards job.my family condition and dependent person.
Tips: Be confident
Listen question carefully because this round is completely diplomatic.
Try to answer smartly and diplomatic.
And try to win the trust of interviewer.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: After clearing managerial round.hr called me for this,HR is very frank and make a very comfort atmosphere at the time of interview.little bit discussing about jonb profile and then discuss salary,and finall shaking hand said.if you will get selected then we will inform you before xyz day.
I after 4 days i get a call from hr about my selection with a offer letter.
Tips: Be frank
But Not over confident

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed before Mar 2021.

Round 1 - Face to Face 

(7 Questions)

Round duration - 60 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round started with some questions from Programmable Logic Controllers or PLC followed by some basic questions from Intel 8051 Microcontroller.

  • Q1. What are the general functions of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)?
  • Ans. 

    PLCs are used to control machinery and automate processes in industrial settings.

    • Monitoring inputs from sensors

    • Executing control algorithms

    • Communicating with other devices

    • Logging data for analysis

    • Implementing safety functions

    • Examples: controlling a conveyor belt, regulating temperature in a furnace

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you describe the basic elements in Ladder logic programming?
  • Ans. 

    Ladder logic programming is a graphical programming language used for PLCs, with basic elements like contacts, coils, timers, and counters.

    • Ladder logic consists of rungs, which are made up of inputs (contacts) and outputs (coils).

    • Contacts represent conditions that must be met for the output to be energized.

    • Coils are outputs that are energized when the conditions of the contacts are met.

    • Timers and counters are used to c...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are the different types of PLC inputs and outputs?
  • Ans. 

    PLC inputs and outputs include digital inputs, digital outputs, analog inputs, and analog outputs.

    • Digital inputs: used for receiving binary signals (on/off, high/low). Examples: push buttons, limit switches.

    • Digital outputs: used for sending binary signals. Examples: relays, solenoids.

    • Analog inputs: used for receiving continuous signals. Examples: temperature sensors, pressure transducers.

    • Analog outputs: used for sendin...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the S7 controller?
  • Ans. 

    The S7 controller offers high performance and flexibility but can be complex to program and expensive.

    • Advantages: high performance, flexibility, scalability

    • Disadvantages: complexity in programming, expensive

    • Example: S7-1200 offers fast processing speeds and can be easily expanded with additional modules

    • Example: Programming for S7 controllers may require specialized training and expertise

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Can you explain the time stamp available in the S7-200 PLC?
  • Ans. 

    The time stamp in S7-200 PLC is used to record the time when a specific event occurs.

    • Time stamp is a feature in S7-200 PLC that records the time when a specific event happens.

    • It helps in tracking the sequence of events and troubleshooting issues.

    • Time stamp can be used to monitor the performance of the PLC system.

    • Example: A time stamp can be recorded when a sensor detects a change in temperature.

    • Example: Time stamp can ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Could you explain Jnc in the context of microcontrollers?
  • Ans. 

    Jnc stands for Jump and Call in the context of microcontrollers.

    • Jnc is an instruction used in microcontrollers to jump to a specified address if the carry flag is not set.

    • It is commonly used in conditional branching operations in microcontroller programming.

    • For example, in 8051 microcontroller assembly language, the instruction JNC label will jump to the specified label if the carry flag is not set.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. What are the types of interrupts in the Intel 8051 microcontroller?
  • Ans. 

    The types of interrupts in the Intel 8051 microcontroller include external hardware interrupts, timer interrupts, and serial communication interrupts.

    • External hardware interrupts are triggered by external devices connected to the microcontroller.

    • Timer interrupts are generated by the internal timers of the microcontroller.

    • Serial communication interrupts occur when data is received or transmitted through the serial port.

    • ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Face to Face 

(6 Questions)

Round duration - 50 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round was heavily inclined towards Operating System and Computer Networks and the interviewer asked questions revolving around the fundamentals of the subject.

  • Q1. What is a bootstrap program in an operating system?
  • Ans. 

    A bootstrap program is a small program that initializes the operating system on a computer.

    • Bootstrap program is stored in ROM or EEPROM and is executed when the computer is powered on.

    • It loads the operating system kernel into memory and starts its execution.

    • Bootstrap program is responsible for setting up the initial state of the operating system.

    • Examples include BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) in PCs and UEFI (Unified

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you explain demand paging?
  • Ans. 

    Demand paging is a memory management scheme where pages are only brought into memory when they are demanded by the program.

    • Pages are loaded into memory only when needed

    • Helps in reducing the amount of physical memory required

    • Improves overall system performance by allowing more processes to run simultaneously

    • Commonly used in virtual memory systems

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Can you explain any 5 essential UNIX commands?
  • Ans. 

    Five essential UNIX commands are ls, cd, pwd, mkdir, and rm.

    • ls - list directory contents

    • cd - change directory

    • pwd - print working directory

    • mkdir - make directory

    • rm - remove files or directories

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are the different types of VPN?
  • Ans. 

    Different types of VPN include remote access VPN, site-to-site VPN, and client-to-site VPN.

    • Remote access VPN allows individual users to connect to a private network from a remote location.

    • Site-to-site VPN connects entire networks together over the internet.

    • Client-to-site VPN allows individual devices to connect to a private network.

    • Examples include OpenVPN, IPsec, and SSL VPN.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Can you describe the OSI Reference Model?
  • Ans. 

    The OSI Reference Model is a conceptual framework that standardizes the functions of a telecommunication or computing system into seven layers.

    • The OSI Reference Model stands for Open Systems Interconnection Reference Model.

    • It consists of seven layers: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application.

    • Each layer has specific functions and communicates with the adjacent layers for data trans...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Can you explain the TCP and UDP protocols?
  • Ans. 

    TCP is a connection-oriented protocol that ensures reliable data delivery, while UDP is a connectionless protocol that focuses on speed.

    • TCP stands for Transmission Control Protocol and is used for reliable data transmission.

    • TCP establishes a connection between sender and receiver before data transfer.

    • TCP uses sequencing and acknowledgment to ensure data integrity.

    • UDP stands for User Datagram Protocol and is used for fa...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 30 Minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

This is a cultural fitment testing round .HR was very frank and asked standard questions. Then we discussed about my
role.

  • Q1. What is something about you that is not included in your resume?

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 1 years of experienceSiemens interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, Microcontollers and Microprocessors, Computer Networks, AptitudeTime required to prepare for the interview - 3 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Must do Previously asked Interview as well as Online Test Questions.
Tip 2 : Go through all the previous interview experiences from Codestudio and Leetcode.

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Have at-least 2 good projects explained in short with all important points covered.
Tip 2 : Every skill must be mentioned.
Tip 3 : Focus on skills, projects and experiences more.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

Siemens user image Ujjwal Mukherjee

posted on 12 Dec 2015

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. A windmill manufacturer in Scandinavia wants to expand but has no labor pool for recruitment and is constrained by it. (Case Type- Expansion / Growth)
  • Ans. 

    The windmill manufacturer in Scandinavia is facing labor pool shortage and needs to expand.

    • The manufacturer can consider outsourcing labor from other countries.

    • They can also invest in training programs to develop local talent.

    • The manufacturer can offer incentives to attract skilled workers to relocate.

    • They can also consider automating some of their processes to reduce the need for labor.

    • The manufacturer can partner wit...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Broke it into attracting required labor at the site or outsourcing Within outsourcing talked about factors by which I would identify countries for this task.
In the end was just asked to recommend 2 industries from where I could use skills of existing engineers and I came up with other power generation industries and aerospace for blade design
Tips: What was good: PI, Involving the interviewer in case discussion What could be better: Quicker solution of case, he gave me a lot of hints and nudges for the solution After the final interview, I was also asked to rank each performance to check self-awareness. Overall, SMC checks a lot on cultural awareness, fit in their culture and personality traits.


Skills:
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

Siemens user image Ujjwal Mukherjee

posted on 12 Dec 2015

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What are the factors you would consider when building a plant? (Case Type- General business acumen)

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Recommended Approach
Broke it into financial and non-financial and said ROI seems to be the best metric in financial. Went ahead after getting her buy-in and looked at various cost components in detail like labor, overheads etc. Throughout the interview, I was asked to go deeper and even when I was asked to move horizontally to other cost components, there was no closure of an issue. In the end, was just asked to summarize whatever we had done so far with 2 concluding statements

PI questions
Totally work and CV related cross questioning Why did you do this ELP and what did you learn Why SMC now This was a kind of stress interview where questions would start before I finished my answer. The same tone carried on in the case where scoping questions were frowned upon
Tips: What was good: Cool under pressure, confident What could be better: Take the hint if the interviewer is not giving data and lay out a structure and then ask questions explaining their relevance

Skills:
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

Siemens user image Ujjwal Mukherjee

posted on 11 Dec 2015

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. You as a consultant have made a mistake and need to go back to your client’s CFO who is not co-operative and the final presentation is due tomorrow to the board
  • Ans. 

    Consultant must approach the CFO calmly, explain the mistake, offer solutions, and emphasize the importance of their cooperation for the success of the project.

    • Approach the CFO calmly and professionally

    • Explain the mistake honestly and take responsibility

    • Offer solutions to rectify the mistake and ensure it does not happen again

    • Emphasize the importance of the CFO's cooperation for the success of the project

    • Request for an...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Recommended Approach
Depends on the interviewer and his discussion

PI questions
About yourself
Something that is not on your resume
Example of Learning from an achievement
Example of Learning from your work experience and what could you have don
Tips: What was good: PI, Patience to go on during the role play What could be better: I got caught up in the role play when he gave excuses not to cooperate

Skills:
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

Siemens user image Ujjwal Mukherjee

posted on 12 Dec 2015

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. He gave me a slide which had 50 potential projects and asked me how I would choose.(Case Type-Cost-benefit)

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Recommended Approach
Started with a Cost – Benefit – Risk and was asked to mainly consider capability building under major costs
Was given numbers for 2-3 projects and the case ended after straightforward calculations

PI questions
Talk about a personality trait that has evolved over time
An example of personal and professional success and cross questions on that In hindsight what could you have done better at work
Tips: What was good: PI, Calculations accuracy What could be better: I was given feedback to engage the interviewer more so that I could start with a more refined structure instead of a conventional structure

Skills:
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

Siemens user image Ujjwal Mukherjee

posted on 11 Dec 2015

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. He gave me a slide which had 50 potential projects and asked me how I would choose.(Case Type :-Cost-benefit)

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Started with a Cost – Benefit – Risk and was asked to mainly consider capability building under major costs Was given numbers for 2-3 projects and the case ended after straightforward calculations
Tips: What was good: PI, Calculations accuracy What could be better: I was given feedback to engage the interviewer more so that I could start with a more refined structure instead of a conventional structure

Skills:
College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Feb 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Please Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Please describe brake system architecture for Locomotives
  • Ans. 

    The brake system architecture for locomotives includes air brakes, mechanical brakes, and electronic brakes.

    • Air brakes use compressed air to apply and release brakes

    • Mechanical brakes use friction to slow down or stop the train

    • Electronic brakes use sensors and computer systems to control the braking process

    • The brake system also includes brake shoes, brake discs, brake pads, and brake calipers

    • The brake system is designed

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Please perform Emergency Brake Distance calculation for a Locomotive
  • Ans. 

    Emergency brake distance calculation for a locomotive.

    • Determine the speed of the locomotive

    • Find the deceleration rate of the locomotive

    • Calculate the stopping distance using the formula: (speed^2) / (2 x deceleration rate)

    • Consider factors such as track conditions and weather

    • Perform regular maintenance to ensure brakes are functioning properly

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are the projects you have worked in the past?
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on various projects including network infrastructure, cloud migration, and software development.

    • Designed and implemented a new network infrastructure for a small business

    • Migrated on-premise servers to AWS cloud for a healthcare company

    • Developed a web application for a non-profit organization to manage volunteers

    • Implemented security measures for a financial institution's IT systems

    • Upgraded and maintained s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What was your specific role in those projects?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was good interview as the interviews were eager to listen and very attentive. I prepared myself for the test and was able to explain to them in a whiteboard.

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Oct 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Write a logic given to you in any plc software that you have
  • Ans. 

    Logic for PLC software

    • Define inputs and outputs

    • Create ladder logic diagram

    • Test and debug program

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me something about the projects you have handled

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Brief your projects as short as possible... Otherwise your interviewer may get bored...
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