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Updated 7 Mar 2020

Volvo Design Engineer Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Basic Mechanical Engineering questions
  • Q2. Plastic design

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go through basics of engineering, and be confident on your previous work experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Resume + online test - based shortlisting.

Round: Test
Experience: Test content (2 hours): Quant, DI, core (vibration, theory of elasticity, strength of materials, fracture mechanics, finite element methods).
Tips: Go through the text books or notes to review your technical knowledge.For the aptitude questions (test), practice on the net, or from questions in the placement material.
Duration: 120 minutes

Round: Interview
Experience: 1 technical/HR interview: (45-60 minutes)Knowledge of finite elements, theory of plates, fracture mechanics, and commercial FEA packages (ANSYS, ABAQUS) were testedGo through common HR questions. For technical questions, just review the basics
Tips: For HR (PI), go over commonly asked questions.Go through machine design, vibration, fracture mechanics, strength of materials, theory of elasticity, Finite element methods, Theory of plates & shellsFor design jobs (Solid mechanics, MDS, Aero-structures) it is better to know one or two FEA packages

College Name: IIT Madras

Design Engineer Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

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Q2. what is the difference between lathe and milling machine?
Q3. What is design considerations to mske while designing a Part?
Q4. Which are the operations performed on sheet metal to increase the ... read more
Q5. WHAT IS GD&T IN MECHANICAL? DESCRIBLE ALL IN DETAILS .

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The questions were based on basic engineering and combination of some reasoning questions

Round 2 - Assignment 

They given a catia 3d model to draw

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. The questions are mainly based on project and some technical subject
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. If you were not selected for this job role what is the next step
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Asking about ratio related qst and profit loss regarding or engineering regarding

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 3 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.
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Round 2 - Personality Assessment 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell about a situation
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why did you took mechanical

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare on situation based question

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What would consider for designing rubber component ?
  • Ans. 

    Rubber component design requires consideration of material properties, application requirements, and manufacturing processes.

    • Identify the application requirements and environmental conditions

    • Select appropriate rubber material based on properties such as hardness, elasticity, and chemical resistance

    • Design for manufacturability, considering factors such as mold design and tooling

    • Consider post-processing requirements such...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How will you avoid failures in the component
  • Ans. 

    To avoid failures in components, I will follow a rigorous testing process and ensure proper maintenance.

    • Conduct thorough testing of components before installation

    • Regularly inspect and maintain components to prevent wear and tear

    • Use high-quality materials and components

    • Ensure proper installation and alignment of components

    • Monitor performance and address any issues promptly

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be technically convincing & be honest about your capabilities.
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
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 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Molds,vehicle development process
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. No response from hr

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Volvo don't need the person with good technical skills.the just want the one who can just manage the work
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Jun 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Design Test 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What Is GD&T,what are the types
  • Ans. 

    GD&T stands for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, a system for defining and communicating engineering tolerances.

    • GD&T is a system used to define and communicate engineering tolerances for design and manufacturing.

    • It uses symbols, such as concentricity, flatness, and perpendicularity, to specify geometric characteristics of parts.

    • There are different types of GD&T symbols, including form, orientation, profile, and ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why GD&T Required
  • Ans. 

    GD&T is required for clear communication of design intent, ensuring parts are manufactured accurately and consistently.

    • GD&T allows for more precise and detailed communication of design requirements compared to traditional dimensioning methods.

    • It helps to reduce ambiguity and interpretation errors in engineering drawings.

    • GD&T ensures that parts are manufactured accurately and consistently, leading to improved quality an...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions from past experience. Questions on teamcenter viz mockup.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be yourself, Be honest and realistic.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
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 - Aptitude Test 

About design related

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Draw the 2d and 3d diagram
  • Ans. 

    I need more context to draw the 2D and 3D diagram. Please provide details.

    • What is the subject matter of the diagram?

    • What are the dimensions and scale of the diagram?

    • What tools or software should I use to create the diagram?

    • Are there any specific requirements or constraints for the diagram?

    • Can you provide any reference materials or examples?

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Design engineer or quality checking

Volvo Interview FAQs

How to prepare for Volvo Design Engineer 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 Volvo. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Volvo expect are Fmea, Functional Safety and System Design.
What are the top questions asked in Volvo Design Engineer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Volvo Design Engineer interview -

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