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Updated 19 Feb 2025

15 Interview questions

An Engineer Trainee was asked 4mo ago
Q. What is a PSV used for?
Ans. 

PSV, or Pressure Safety Valve, is a critical device used to prevent overpressure in systems, ensuring safety and operational integrity.

  • PSV is designed to open at a predetermined pressure to release excess pressure.

  • Commonly used in industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, and power generation.

  • Example: In a steam boiler, a PSV prevents dangerous pressure buildup by venting steam.

  • PSVs are essential for prote...

An Engineer Trainee was asked 4mo ago
Q. What is membrane distillation?
Ans. 

Membrane distillation is a thermally driven separation process using hydrophobic membranes to separate vapor from liquid.

  • Utilizes a hydrophobic membrane that allows only vapor to pass through while rejecting liquid.

  • Operates at lower temperatures compared to traditional distillation, making it energy efficient.

  • Commonly used in desalination processes to convert seawater into freshwater.

  • Can be applied in wastewater t...

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An Engineer Trainee was asked 10mo ago
Q. Why did you choose TCE over IT?
Ans. 

TCE focuses on core engineering principles while IT focuses on information technology.

  • TCE involves designing, building, and maintaining physical structures and systems.

  • IT involves managing and utilizing technology for information processing and communication.

  • TCE requires knowledge of mechanics, materials, and construction techniques.

  • IT requires knowledge of programming, networking, and software development.

  • Example...

An Engineer Trainee was asked 10mo ago
Q. What is your favorite subject?
Ans. 

My favourite subject is Mechanical Engineering because I enjoy learning about the principles of mechanics and how machines work.

  • I enjoy studying topics like thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and materials science.

  • I like working on hands-on projects like designing and building machines or structures.

  • I find the problem-solving aspect of Mechanical Engineering to be challenging and rewarding.

An Engineer Trainee was asked 12mo ago
Q. Explain the pillars of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
Ans. 

The four pillars of OOP are Encapsulation, Abstraction, Inheritance, and Polymorphism, essential for software design.

  • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data within one unit (e.g., a class).

  • Abstraction: Hiding complex implementation details and showing only essential features (e.g., using an interface).

  • Inheritance: Mechanism where a new class inherits properties and behavior from an existi...

An Engineer Trainee was asked
Q. Why did you choose chemical engineering?
Ans. 

I chose chemical engineering because of my passion for understanding and manipulating chemical processes to solve real-world problems.

  • Fascination with chemistry and its applications

  • Desire to work on innovative projects in industries like pharmaceuticals, energy, and materials

  • Interest in environmental sustainability and developing cleaner processes

  • Ability to apply scientific principles to practical solutions

  • Enjoyme...

An Engineer Trainee was asked
Q. What is oops, about projects
Ans. 

OOPs stands for Object-Oriented Programming. Projects refer to practical applications of OOPs concepts.

  • OOPs is a programming paradigm that focuses on objects and their interactions.

  • It allows for the creation of reusable code and promotes modular design.

  • Projects in OOPs involve implementing real-world scenarios using classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, etc.

  • For example, a project could be developing a banki...

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An Engineer Trainee was asked
Q. In STAAD what you have done? How you will do the reinforcement calculations?
Ans. 

In STAAD, I have experience in performing structural analysis and design. For reinforcement calculations, I use the design codes and specifications to determine the required reinforcement quantities.

  • Performed structural analysis and design using STAAD software

  • Utilized design codes and specifications to determine required reinforcement quantities

  • Considered factors such as material properties, loading conditions, an...

An Engineer Trainee was asked
Q. What is Bending Moment, shear force, the difference between bending and buckling
Ans. 

Bending moment is a measure of the bending effect on a beam, shear force is the force perpendicular to the beam's axis, and buckling is a sudden failure due to compression.

  • Bending moment is the algebraic sum of moments about the neutral axis of a section subjected to external loads.

  • Shear force is the force perpendicular to the beam's longitudinal axis, causing it to shear or slide.

  • Buckling is a sudden failure mode...

An Engineer Trainee was asked 4mo ago
Q. STP treatment process
Ans. 

STP treatment process involves physical, chemical, and biological processes to remove pollutants from wastewater.

  • STP stands for Sewage Treatment Plant.

  • The process involves screening to remove large objects, followed by sedimentation to settle out solids.

  • Biological treatment using bacteria breaks down organic matter, and disinfection kills harmful pathogens.

  • Final effluent is discharged into water bodies or reused f...

TCE Engineer Trainee Interview Experiences

13 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
No response

I appeared for an interview in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It is easy for both aptitude and core subjects.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Most of the questions were from structural design. They also asked on geotechnical and transportation and i guess this is because i have done my internship in highway and currently doing project in geotech
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. This was a video round with 2 questions. About yourself? How well do you fit in the company? Skills that you posses?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This is a pool drive so the results are announced way too late
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the various code books used in civil engineering?
  • Ans. 

    Various code books used in civil engineering include ACI 318, AISC Steel Construction Manual, and ASCE 7.

    • ACI 318 - American Concrete Institute's Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete

    • AISC Steel Construction Manual - American Institute of Steel Construction's manual for designing steel structures

    • ASCE 7 - American Society of Civil Engineers' Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Rcc and steel basic formulas and considerations.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Fill ur resume with good projects.
Maintain gpa above 8.0*
Be good at communication.
Chill out don't stress while answering. U'll get ur shot.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic technical knowledge and aptitude

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Favourite subject
  • Ans. 

    My favourite subject is Mechanical Engineering because I enjoy learning about the principles of mechanics and how machines work.

    • I enjoy studying topics like thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and materials science.

    • I like working on hands-on projects like designing and building machines or structures.

    • I find the problem-solving aspect of Mechanical Engineering to be challenging and rewarding.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Basic questions on that topic
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why TCE not IT ?
  • Ans. 

    TCE focuses on core engineering principles while IT focuses on information technology.

    • TCE involves designing, building, and maintaining physical structures and systems.

    • IT involves managing and utilizing technology for information processing and communication.

    • TCE requires knowledge of mechanics, materials, and construction techniques.

    • IT requires knowledge of programming, networking, and software development.

    • Examples: Ci...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why not further education
  • Ans. 

    I believe gaining practical experience in a professional setting will enhance my skills more effectively than further education.

    • I value hands-on experience and believe it is more beneficial for my career growth

    • I want to apply the knowledge I have gained in a real-world setting

    • I prefer to learn through practical application rather than theoretical study

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Best of luck
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview before Feb 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

All basic questions of chemical engineering

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is psv used for?
  • Ans. 

    PSV, or Pressure Safety Valve, is a critical device used to prevent overpressure in systems, ensuring safety and operational integrity.

    • PSV is designed to open at a predetermined pressure to release excess pressure.

    • Commonly used in industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, and power generation.

    • Example: In a steam boiler, a PSV prevents dangerous pressure buildup by venting steam.

    • PSVs are essential for protecting...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is membrane distillation
  • Ans. 

    Membrane distillation is a thermally driven separation process using hydrophobic membranes to separate vapor from liquid.

    • Utilizes a hydrophobic membrane that allows only vapor to pass through while rejecting liquid.

    • Operates at lower temperatures compared to traditional distillation, making it energy efficient.

    • Commonly used in desalination processes to convert seawater into freshwater.

    • Can be applied in wastewater treatm...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jun 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Quite challenging but can solve .

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Oops question on pillars
  • Ans. 

    The four pillars of OOP are Encapsulation, Abstraction, Inheritance, and Polymorphism, essential for software design.

    • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data within one unit (e.g., a class).

    • Abstraction: Hiding complex implementation details and showing only essential features (e.g., using an interface).

    • Inheritance: Mechanism where a new class inherits properties and behavior from an existing cl...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. OS and windows questions.
Round 3 - Video Call 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self introduction and why you want to join TCE
  • Ans. 

    I am a passionate engineering graduate eager to contribute to TCE's innovative projects and grow in a dynamic environment.

    • Educational Background: I hold a degree in Engineering from XYZ University, where I excelled in projects related to renewable energy.

    • Technical Skills: Proficient in programming languages like Python and C++, and have hands-on experience with CAD software.

    • Internship Experience: Completed an internshi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Managerial question -If your manager scolds or talks negative about you infront of your colleagues how will you react?

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for TCE Engineer Trainee interview:
  • OOPS
  • OS
  • DSA
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was quite good experience which was in campus but my video assessment didn't even get evaluated and I was directly told that I am not selected . Maybe company don't want to take more candidates. But all was going with flow and suddenly I got rejected

Engineer Trainee Interview Questions & Answers

user image Tanushri Meher

posted on 19 Jan 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

All types of aptitude Questions Were Asked.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Resume Based Questions. For me it was about Networking, AWS,and core language Java.
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Intro, Why TCE, How you overcome difficult Situation.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is oops, about projects
  • Ans. 

    OOPs stands for Object-Oriented Programming. Projects refer to practical applications of OOPs concepts.

    • OOPs is a programming paradigm that focuses on objects and their interactions.

    • It allows for the creation of reusable code and promotes modular design.

    • Projects in OOPs involve implementing real-world scenarios using classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, etc.

    • For example, a project could be developing a banking sy...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 5 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Simple questions that you can solve in less then 60sec

Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. I was from geotechnical engineering so basic and conceptual questions from geotechnical engineering.
  • Q2. Types of settlement in soil
  • Ans. 

    Types of settlement in soil include immediate settlement, primary consolidation settlement, secondary consolidation settlement, and creep settlement.

    • Immediate settlement occurs immediately after a load is applied to the soil.

    • Primary consolidation settlement happens due to the expulsion of water from the soil voids under load.

    • Secondary consolidation settlement is a slow process caused by the rearrangement of soil partic...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Types of shear failure
  • Ans. 

    Types of shear failure include ductile shear failure, brittle shear failure, and sliding shear failure.

    • Ductile shear failure occurs in materials that can undergo significant plastic deformation before failure.

    • Brittle shear failure occurs in materials that fail without significant plastic deformation.

    • Sliding shear failure occurs along a plane of weakness, such as a fault line in rock formations.

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. In Technical interview questions were from the branch you are and project related. Not bookish questions.
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Simple Hr questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for TCE Engineer Trainee interview:
  • Foundation engineering
  • Project
  • Earth pressure
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If your cgpa/cpi is good and you have performed well in technical interview then chances of selection is more.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
No response

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2023.

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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Normal aptitude test. Easy questions. Class 10 level questions. No need for early preparation for it. If you want to join seriously here you can surely do it.

Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Favourite subjects? Which projects you have done in your curriculum?
  • Ans. 

    My favorite subjects include Thermodynamics and Structural Analysis, and I've worked on projects like a solar-powered vehicle and a bridge design.

    • Thermodynamics: Explored heat transfer principles in a project on energy-efficient systems.

    • Structural Analysis: Analyzed load distribution in a bridge design project.

    • Project on Solar-Powered Vehicle: Designed and built a prototype focusing on renewable energy.

    • Participated in ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Bending Moment, shear force, the difference between bending and buckling
  • Ans. 

    Bending moment is a measure of the bending effect on a beam, shear force is the force perpendicular to the beam's axis, and buckling is a sudden failure due to compression.

    • Bending moment is the algebraic sum of moments about the neutral axis of a section subjected to external loads.

    • Shear force is the force perpendicular to the beam's longitudinal axis, causing it to shear or slide.

    • Buckling is a sudden failure mode in w...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. In STAAD what you have done? How you will do the reinforcement calculations?
  • Ans. 

    In STAAD, I have experience in performing structural analysis and design. For reinforcement calculations, I use the design codes and specifications to determine the required reinforcement quantities.

    • Performed structural analysis and design using STAAD software

    • Utilized design codes and specifications to determine required reinforcement quantities

    • Considered factors such as material properties, loading conditions, and saf...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself(It was also asked in technical)
  • Q2. My favourite hobby is cooking so the interviewer just discussed with me what I cook ?
  • Q3. The interviewer asked why I want to join TCE?
  • Q4. The interviewer asked about my parents
  • Q5. The interviewer was not questioning rather she was just discussing

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - All the best. Just be focused.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview before Jan 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 
Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Sewerage system & its design parameters, formulas
  • Ans. 

    Sewerage system design involves various parameters and formulas to ensure efficient and safe waste disposal.

    • Design parameters include flow rate, pipe size, slope, material, and depth.

    • Formulas used for sewer design include Manning's equation, Darcy-Weisbach equation, and Hazen-Williams equation.

    • Proper design parameters and formulas are crucial for preventing blockages, overflows, and environmental contamination.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. STP treatment process
  • Ans. 

    STP treatment process involves physical, chemical, and biological processes to remove pollutants from wastewater.

    • STP stands for Sewage Treatment Plant.

    • The process involves screening to remove large objects, followed by sedimentation to settle out solids.

    • Biological treatment using bacteria breaks down organic matter, and disinfection kills harmful pathogens.

    • Final effluent is discharged into water bodies or reused for ir...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Water supply & related questions
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me something which is not in your resume
  • Ans. 

    I am a self-taught guitarist and have been playing for over 10 years.

    • I started learning to play the guitar when I was in high school

    • I have performed at various local events and gatherings

    • Playing the guitar helps me relax and unwind after a long day

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Mostly questions will come from your resume but they will ask also based on what projects they doing, for example if I talk about Environmental Engineering/Water Recourses background they will ask about water and wastewater treatment process, STP ,water & sewerage system designs & other related questions

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