
Burns & McDonnell Electrical Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Burns & McDonnell.
Electrical Engineer Intern
The interview process began with a pre-recorded video interview which was more of a 'getting to know you' stage with general questions. The second round was a one-on-one chat with a senior recruiter, also covering general topics like career goals, location preferences, and past work and education experiences.
- Why are you interested in working for our company?
Electrical Engineer
I went through a single prerecorded interview. However, while I was recording my part, my application status was changed to 'no longer under consideration.' It seems they didn't even review the recordings since I hadn't finished them, which was disappointing given how prestigious the company is.
- What makes you want to join this company?
- Can you explain how your past experience is relevant?
- What prompted you to study your major?
Electrical Engineer
The interview process involved a written test first, followed by technical interviews. There was also an HR interview, which was just one conversation. They asked basic questions about Power Systems, one line diagrams, substation diagrams, and protection for transformers and alternators. They also asked about hobbies, extracurricular activities, culture, and parents' background.
- Can you answer basic questions about Power Systems?
- Can you explain what a one line diagram is?
- Can you provide a basic diagram of a substation?
Burns & McDonnell Electrical Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Burns & McDonnell interview reports.
“Do you have any location preferences, and if so, which cities are you interested in?”
Read reports →“What is a personal goal you have, and what is a professional goal you have?”
Read reports →“Can you share an instance where you had to be patient or humble with someone?”
Read reports →“What are your long-term location preferences, and what draws you to this specific location?”
Read reports →“Could you tell me about your specialization within Electrical Engineering and explain your reasons for choosing it?”
Read report →“Can you share an instance where you had to show patience or humility when interacting with someone?”
Read report →“Tell me about a short-term goal you've set and the initial steps you've taken towards it.”
Read report →“Can you describe a long-term goal you have and the actions you've started taking to work towards it?”
Read report →“Tell me about a personal and professional goal you have and how you plan to achieve it.”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
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