KPFF Mechanical 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 KPFF.
KPFF
Structural Design Engineer
Entry Difficult Negative experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Take home Offer
Interview formats
Technical Other
It was a pretty standard small talk interview, where I met the principals and got a quick look around the office. The office itself seemed unremarkable, and the employees I saw didn't appear particularly cheerful during the tour. After the interview and tour, they surprised me with a quiz. I completed their test, and the receptionist took it and then showed me out. The whole procedure felt a bit odd. I received an offer that was less than $50k annually, so I decided not to move forward.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you explain shear and moment diagrams?
- How would you lay out rebar in a footing?
KPFF
Structural Design Engineer
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
So I applied online and then got an email from an associate to set up a phone interview. That first one didn't have any technical stuff, just questions about my interests, what projects I'm into, how I work, and my career goals, you know? I waited a few weeks without hearing back, but then they emailed me to fly in for an in-person interview. That one involved meeting with project managers. The first part was still regular interview questions, and the second part got into the technical side.
Confirmed questions6 questions
- What sparks your interest in structural engineering and are there specific project types that appeal to you?
- What makes KPFF a suitable place for your career?
- Tell me about your interest in the field.
KPFF
Structural Design Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Take home
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process was pretty straightforward and not too complex. I spoke with a few different managers. They asked some typical questions and I also had to complete a quiz. The quiz wasn't hard if you know structural design and seismic design well. I actually enjoyed the interview. I got invited for a second interview, but I had already decided to go with another company.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- What motivates your interest in joining KPFF?
- What are your career aspirations for the next five years?
- How effectively do you handle your time management?
KPFF Mechanical Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from KPFF interview reports.
“How would you lay out rebar in a footing?”
Read reports →“Could you contrast the stiffness of moment frames, braced frames, and shear walls?”
Read reports →“Can you explain shear and moment diagrams?”
Read reports →“Can you explain how to draw shear and moment diagrams?”
Read reports →“What led you to select your alma mater?”
Read report →“What were your Master's courses?”
Read report →“What makes KPFF a suitable place for your career?”
Read report →“What sparks your interest in structural engineering and are there specific project types that appeal to you?”
Read report →“What motivates your interest in joining KPFF?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 6 KPFF interview reports.