Southwest Research Institute 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 Southwest Research Institute.
Southwest Research Institute
Student Engineer
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Background check
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
The interview process for this student engineer role involves a couple of calls. First, there's about a 20-minute technical phone call with the engineering supervisor. Then, there's another HR interview, also around 20 minutes, which is focused on behavioral aspects.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you introduce yourself and tell us a bit about your background?
- What makes you a suitable candidate for this role and what distinguishes you from others?
Southwest Research Institute
Engineer
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had an HR meeting with the recruiter for about 30 minutes. She wants to move on to the next round with the hiring manager. She scheduled a meeting for the next day without consulting me during a time I was unavailable. I had to scramble to reschedule other things to make time for it. The hiring manager was rude and didn't ask any relevant questions. It felt like a waste of time. They also have a strange interview window.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about your experience at your previous company.
Southwest Research Institute
Engineer
Mid Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Presentation Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral Presentation
The interview process had 2 main stages: a manager call and an all-day interview. It started with a 15-minute screening phone call by the hiring manager. Then, there was a 15-minute phone call with HR. This was followed by a dinner interview with the hiring manager. The next part was an all-day (9-5) on-site interview. It began with a 30-minute technical presentation, followed by a 15-minute Q&A. After that, I met with people one level above the position (2-3 people). Then, we had lunch, and I met with their bosses (3-4 people, including the hiring manager). Then I met with their bosses, going all the way up to the vice president of the division. The interview ended with the hiring manager. They provided travel arrangements if needed. I heard back about a week later.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Rate your curiosity on a scale of 1-10.
- Rate your intuitiveness on a scale of 1-10.
- What makes you want to work at SWRI?
Southwest Research Institute Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Southwest Research Institute interview reports.
“What is this component? (referring to the shoulder joint of a universal robot)”
Read reports →“Which point on the provided graph represents the critical point?”
Read reports →“What type of cycle is depicted in this graph?”
Read reports →“Can you tell me about your favorite scientist?”
Read reports →“Can you explain engine fundamentals?”
Read report →“Can you describe the various types of machinery found in the labs?”
Read report →“Regarding open source middleware software solutions, what was the rationale behind choosing that approach over existing third-party options?”
Read report →“Do you know about ISO standards?”
Read report →“What impact do you hope to make scientifically in your career?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 22 Southwest Research Institute interview reports.