SKF Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Basic reasoning questions

Q1. About mechanical like production inventory supply chain.
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Q2. Focus on project questions.
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Q3. Family background and introduction
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Q1. How many type of defect and define those defects in detail?
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There are three main types of defects in engineering: design defects, manufacturing defects, and usage defects.
• Design defects occur when there is an issue with the initial design of a product, leading to problems in its functionality or safety. For example, a car with a faulty braking system due to a design flaw.

• Manufacturing defects happen during the production process, resulting in a product that does not meet the in...read more
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Q2. Define 7 wastes
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The 7 wastes refer to inefficiencies in a process that can be eliminated to improve productivity and quality.
• Transportation: Unnecessary movement of materials or products

• Inventory: Excess inventory leading to waste of resources

• Motion: Unnecessary movement of people

• Waiting: Idle time in a process

• Overproduction: Producing more than needed

• Overprocessing: Doing more work than necessary

• Defects: Errors that require rework or
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Q3. What is line balance and how we can say line is balance?
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Line balance refers to distributing workload evenly among different stations in a production line to optimize efficiency.
• Line balance ensures that each station in the production line has a similar amount of work to do.

• It helps in preventing bottlenecks and maximizing throughput.

• Line balance can be achieved by adjusting the cycle times at each station or by adding/subtracting workstations.

• An example of line balance is i...read more
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Q4. How you start you day in office??
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Q5. How we can reduce defects and increase productivity?
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To reduce defects and increase productivity, focus on continuous improvement, training, quality control, and efficient processes.
• Implement a quality control system to catch defects early on

• Provide regular training to employees to improve skills and knowledge

• Analyze data to identify root causes of defects and implement corrective actions

• Streamline processes to eliminate waste and improve efficiency
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Q6. What is an OEE and define which factors affect this ?
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OEE stands for Overall Equipment Effectiveness, a measure of how well a manufacturing process is utilized.
• OEE is calculated by multiplying Availability, Performance, and Quality.

• Factors affecting OEE include equipment downtime, speed loss, and defects in production.

• Improving OEE involves reducing downtime, increasing production speed, and minimizing defects.

• For example, implementing preventive maintenance can reduce eq
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Q1. Where are you from ?
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Q2. How many members in your family?
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Q3. What is occupation of your father and mother?
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Q4. Are you ready for relocate?
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Product design and engineering

Q1. Explain stress strain curve,
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Stress strain curve shows the relationship between stress and strain in a material under tension.
• It is a graphical representation of how a material deforms under stress.

• The curve typically consists of three regions: elastic deformation, plastic deformation, and fracture.

• The slope of the curve in the elastic region is the material's Young's Modulus.

• The ultimate tensile strength is the maximum stress a material can withs...read more
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Q2. How to select welding type and strength calculations
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Welding type selection is based on material compatibility and joint requirements. Strength calculations involve determining load, material properties, and safety factors.
• Consider material compatibility when selecting welding type (e.g. MIG, TIG, stick)

• Determine joint requirements such as strength, aesthetics, and cost

• Strength calculations involve determining loads, material properties, and safety factors

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Q3. Bearing selection, linear guide calculations
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Q4. Materials selections criteria- Hardness, toughness , tensile strength,
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Q5. CNC codes and Basic machining operations
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Q6. Turning operations setup basics , runout setting, wave check , inserts selections ( CNMG, DNMG)
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Q1. Why you want to join
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I am passionate about solving complex engineering problems and contributing to innovative projects.
• Excited about the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology

• Passionate about problem-solving and innovation

• Interested in collaborating with a talented team of engineers

• Seeking a challenging and rewarding career in engineering
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Q2. Salary expectations
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Q3. Your working style
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I am detail-oriented, organized, and focused on problem-solving.
• I prioritize tasks based on deadlines and importance.

• I pay close attention to details to ensure accuracy in my work.

• I am proactive in identifying and solving problems before they escalate.

• I communicate effectively with team members to collaborate and achieve goals.

• I am adaptable and open to feedback for continuous improvement.
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Q4. How to deal people in difficult situations
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Dealing with people in difficult situations requires empathy, active listening, and problem-solving skills.
• Show empathy and understanding towards their feelings and emotions

• Practice active listening to fully understand their perspective

• Offer support and reassurance to help them feel more comfortable

• Collaborate on finding solutions together to address the difficult situation

• Maintain a calm and composed demeanor to help
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Q1. Whate is APQP and how may phase of APQP
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APQP stands for Advanced Product Quality Planning. It is a structured approach to product and process design that ensures customer satisfaction.
• APQP is a process used in the automotive industry to ensure quality and reduce defects

• It consists of five phases: Planning and Definition, Product Design and Development, Process Design and Development, Product and Process Validation, and Launch, Feedback, Assessment and Correc...read more
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Q2. What is ppap and how may doccuments of ppap(
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PPAP stands for Production Part Approval Process. It is a standardized process in the automotive industry to ensure quality and consistency.
• PPAP is a set of documents that must be submitted by a supplier to an automotive manufacturer before production can begin.

• The documents include items such as design records, engineering change documents, and control plans.

• PPAP is used to ensure that the supplier's parts meet the cu...read more
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Q3. What is quality system.?
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A quality system is a set of procedures and processes designed to ensure that products or services meet specified requirements.
• Quality system includes quality planning, quality control, quality assurance, and quality improvement

• It helps to ensure consistency, reliability, and safety of products or services

• Examples of quality systems include ISO 9001, Six Sigma, and Total Quality Management

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Q4. What is quality tools? When it will be use
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Quality tools are techniques or methods used to ensure the quality of a product or service.
• Quality tools help in identifying and solving problems in a systematic way.

• They can be used in various stages of a project, from planning to execution.

• Examples of quality tools include flowcharts, Pareto charts, cause-and-effect diagrams, and statistical process control charts.
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Q1. Tell about your DWM.
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Q2. How you handle pressure situation where you were short on manpower and other necessary equipment and still had to gave best of your performance.
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Q3. How you handle different kind of personality
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Q4. Tell about project where you do some production improvement.
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Q5. What is line balancing
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Line balancing is the process of assigning tasks to workstations in a way that evens out the workload and maximizes efficiency.
• Involves distributing work evenly among workstations

• Helps in reducing idle time and bottlenecks

• Improves productivity and efficiency

• Example: In a manufacturing plant, line balancing ensures that each workstation has a similar amount of work to do
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Q1. General questions like company environment and behaviour test .
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Q1. Related to machinery and utility related.
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Q1. Basics about CFD, your previous work experience product or process indepth knowledge.
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