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Tata Power Operation & Maintenance Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 1 Aug 2017

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I was interviewed before Aug 2016.

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Round: Test
Total Questions: 60

Skills: Technical Questions

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before May 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is gear box and it's type
  • Ans. 

    A gear box is a mechanical device used to increase or decrease the speed or torque of a motor. Types include spur, helical, bevel, and worm gearboxes.

    • Gear box is a mechanical device that transmits power from one part of a machine to another.

    • It is used to increase or decrease the speed or torque of a motor.

    • Types of gear boxes include spur, helical, bevel, and worm gearboxes.

    • Spur gearboxes have straight teeth and are use...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is preventive maintenance
  • Ans. 

    Preventive maintenance is a proactive approach to maintenance that involves regularly scheduled inspections, repairs, and replacements to prevent equipment failure.

    • Regularly scheduled inspections to identify potential issues before they become major problems

    • Replacing worn out parts before they fail

    • Cleaning and lubricating equipment to prevent breakdowns

    • Updating software and firmware to ensure optimal performance

    • Example...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Future of Wind sector in renewable energy
  • Ans. 

    The future of the wind sector in renewable energy looks promising with advancements in technology and increasing global demand for clean energy.

    • Continued growth in wind energy capacity worldwide

    • Technological advancements leading to more efficient wind turbines

    • Decreasing costs of wind energy production

    • Integration of wind power with energy storage solutions for better grid stability

    • Government support and policies promoti...

  • Answered by AI

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview level moderate
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
-

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

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Gear box replacement work

Round 2 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Barring checking and replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and blumber block top cover open and old barring slue remove and new barring slue replace a...
  • Q2. V-scraper replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and bolt nut open and old v-scraper remove and new v-scraper replace and bolt nut tightening sure and ...
  • Q3. Motor replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and bolt nut open and old motor remove and new motor replace and bolt nut tightening sure and dayal guage ...
  • Q4. Discharge chute replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and bolt nut open and old discharge chute remove and new discharge chute replace and bolt nut ti...
  • Q5. Gear box replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and bolt nut open and old gear box remove and new gear box replace and bolt nut tightening sure and day...
  • Q6. Conveyor pully greasing and saving work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and grease gunand all pully checking and saving greasing work and paper work cancelled

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Because of the growth of opportunity and advancement
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Newspaper Ad

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why we can't more efficiency in Boiler
  • Ans. 

    Efficiency in boilers is limited due to various factors.

    • Incomplete combustion of fuel leads to energy loss

    • Heat loss through flue gases and radiation

    • Inefficient heat transfer due to scaling or fouling

    • Improper insulation leading to heat loss

    • Inadequate maintenance and tuning

    • Lack of advanced control systems

    • Design limitations and constraints

    • Fuel quality and composition

    • Operating conditions and load variations

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why Turbine,s efficiency is less & so derive the efficiency equation
  • Ans. 

    The efficiency of a turbine is less due to various factors such as friction, heat losses, and mechanical losses.

    • Friction between the moving parts of the turbine reduces its efficiency.

    • Heat losses occur due to the conversion of thermal energy into mechanical energy.

    • Mechanical losses include losses in bearings, seals, and other components.

    • Efficiency equation: Efficiency = (Useful output energy / Input energy) * 100%

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go through text book of steam turbines properly & come with positive also go through Boiler books & different types of Boilers & its Design.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jun 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Hydraulic. Pneumatic
  • Q2. Pump. gearbox . Bearings

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Nov 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. Preventive maintenance related
  • Q2. Gear box related
  • Q3. Generator related
  • Q4. Yaw drive backless gap setting related
  • Q5. Generator alignment related
  • Q6. Tower toque related
  • Q7. Electrical error rectification related
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Coding Test 

Any questions ask my job related

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. My job related ask any questions

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About your self and your Experience
  • Q2. Technical questions related to your experience
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discuss and stability check

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep calm and prepare about your work experience and basics be confident
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 1 .Law of thermodynamics, about centrifugal, reciprocating pump,types of boiler
  • Q2. Types of Gear, types of valve
  • Ans. 

    There are various types of gears and valves used in maintenance.

    • Types of gears include spur, helical, bevel, worm, and planetary gears.

    • Types of valves include gate, globe, ball, butterfly, and check valves.

    • Each type of gear and valve has its own unique characteristics and applications.

    • Proper maintenance and lubrication is essential for the longevity and efficiency of gears and valves.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - In power plant more scope for specially mechanical, electrical
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Be truthful in your resume. It is very easy to catch false or lies during the interview by asking basic questions.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Question related to electrical and mental ability

Round 3 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self, what is transformer, Tell me about your BE Project, What is resistance, capacitor, Generator And so on
  • Q2. What is transformer
  • Ans. 

    A transformer is an electrical device that transfers electrical energy between two or more circuits through electromagnetic induction.

    • Transformers are used to increase or decrease voltage levels in electrical circuits.

    • They consist of two coils of wire, known as the primary and secondary coils, wrapped around a core.

    • Step-up transformers increase voltage levels, while step-down transformers decrease voltage levels.

    • Transf...

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  • Q3. What is resistance
  • Ans. 

    Resistance is the opposition to the flow of electric current.

    • Resistance is measured in ohms (Ω).

    • It is caused by the collisions of electrons with atoms in a conductor.

    • Higher resistance leads to lower current flow.

    • Resistance can be affected by factors like material, length, and temperature.

    • Examples of high resistance materials include rubber and glass.

    • Examples of low resistance materials include copper and silver.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is generator
  • Ans. 

    A generator is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

    • Generators are commonly used in power plants to generate electricity

    • They can also be used as backup power sources in case of power outages

    • Generators can be powered by various sources such as gasoline, diesel, natural gas, or renewable energy sources like wind or solar

    • They work on the principle of electromagnetic induction

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is capacitor
  • Ans. 

    A capacitor is an electronic component that stores and releases electrical energy in a circuit.

    • Capacitors are used to filter out noise in electronic circuits.

    • They can also be used to store energy in flash cameras.

    • Capacitors are measured in farads, with smaller values denoted in microfarads or picofarads.

  • Answered by AI

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