Massachusetts Department of Transportation Civil / Structural 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 Massachusetts Department of Transportation.
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Civil Engineer
Senior Average Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Take home Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Coding
I went through a standard interview with two senior folks. They asked me behavioral and basic technical questions, and I also had to complete a short quiz. The interview itself was pretty chill and easy. You gotta have patience though, as they take a while to respond. Unfortunately, the salary was way below market, so I had to turn down the offer. All in all, it was a good interview experience.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What's prompting your job search away from your current position?
- For a footing with given dimensions, what's the volume of concrete required in cubic yards?
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Civil Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
I interviewed for a civil engineer position at the Lenox office, specifically for District 1. The interview involved two interviewers who asked a series of 6-8 questions. Some of these were challenging technical questions. Both interviewers were very friendly and understanding when I had trouble recalling some of my answers.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you explain your process for estimating cut or fill volumes on a roadway segment?
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Civil Engineer
Mid Difficult Neutral experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Panel Offer
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
I went through 2 interviews and then I was hired within a month. The process takes quite a bit longer than 2 months for most employment. I interviewed with a panel of 4 senior engineers working in the department.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you identify the types of pavement distress shown in the provided images?
- Could you describe your strengths?
- What are your weaknesses?
Massachusetts Department of Transportation Civil / Structural Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Massachusetts Department of Transportation interview reports.
“For a footing with given dimensions, what's the volume of concrete required in cubic yards?”
Read reports →“What is the distance between point A and the baseline?”
Read reports →“What field tests are necessary for concrete?”
Read reports →“Can you identify the types of pavement distress shown in the provided images?”
Read reports →“Can you explain your process for estimating cut or fill volumes on a roadway segment?”
Read report →“How would you handle a complaint from an upset citizen regarding the ongoing work?”
Read report →“Did this sound like something you'd be interested in?”
Read report →“Which area are you most interested in?”
Read report →“What's prompting your job search away from your current position?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 9 Massachusetts Department of Transportation interview reports.