Bechtel Marine Propulsion Mechanical Engineer Interview Questions
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Bechtel Marine Propulsion
Mechanical Engineer
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Presentation Background check Technical screen Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I applied online, probably through Indeed or SimplyHired. A month later, I got a call and they scheduled the interview for three weeks out. I stayed at a hotel in Pittsburgh the night before, in the same building as the interview. The next morning at 7:30 AM, we all met downstairs and waited for the other interviewees and managers. Then, about 20 of us went to a meeting room for a presentation about the company, benefits, and the security clearance process, which they mentioned can take 6-12 months and you can work elsewhere during that time. After that, we got our individual schedules. My first stop was HR for fingerprints, photos, and to go over paperwork and ask any questions. Next, I had two interviews back-to-back in a hotel room upstairs, meeting with a manager and then a principal engineer. They asked behavioral questions and others based on my resume. They said we'd hear back in 3-4 weeks, and it's only been a day or two, so I haven't heard anything yet.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you describe a mistake you made and how you handled it?
- What's your approach to resolving conflict within a team?
- How do you stay motivated when faced with tasks you consider beneath your job level?
Bechtel Marine Propulsion
Mechanical Engineer
Mid Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Group Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Group
We had a group interview with managers where they asked mostly about background, experience, and HR/personality stuff. Then there were 2 or 3 individual interviews with other managers, including engineering and some 'stumper' questions. The night before, I went to dinner with one worker. Mid-day during the interviews, I had lunch with some engineers. They also went over the workload, shift schedule, and benefits, giving us lots of chances to ask questions and get a feel for how the engineers liked their jobs.
Confirmed questions1 question
- To a high school graduate, how would you explain what occurs when one side of a steel plate, welded between two bulkheads, is heated?
Bechtel Marine Propulsion
Mechanical Engineer
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process involved two interviews conducted on the same day. I didn't get the chance to tour the facility. The environment there reminded me of a prison. They confiscated my cell phone upon entry, and employees are not allowed to bring their phones to work, with restricted internet access. I really didn't like the atmosphere. I was never left alone in a room; someone even had to wait outside when I needed to use the restroom.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you describe a time when you faced a specific challenge or situation...?
Bechtel Marine Propulsion Mechanical Engineer Interview Questions
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“To a high school graduate, how would you explain what occurs when one side of a steel plate, welded between two bulkheads, is heated?”
Read reports →“How do you stay motivated when faced with tasks you consider beneath your job level?”
Read reports →“What actions would you take if faced with a deadline and the risk of not completing the work on time or to the required standard?”
Read reports →“What's your approach to resolving conflict within a team?”
Read reports →“Can you describe a mistake you made and how you handled it?”
Read report →“Could you expand on your school projects?”
Read report →“Can you describe a time you took a leadership role?”
Read report →“Can you describe a time when you faced a specific challenge or situation...?”
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