Timken Mechanical Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 7 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Timken.
Timken
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Senior Difficult Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
I had a discussion with two Department Heads, and then their Head had a talk with me. I applied for the Mech design Engineer role. They asked in-depth questions on the basics of mechanical engineering and fits tolerances, and asked for explanations with figures.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you explain mechanical basic tolerances?
- Why did you answer that way for every question?
Timken
Mechanical Engineer
Intern Easy Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had a phone interview where I was asked some questions about my skills, experience, background, and accomplishments. It wasn't a video call, but I dressed up anyway. The interviewer seemed nice and excited. Overall, it was a good interview.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you share an accomplishment you are proud of?
- What motivated you to pursue engineering?
Timken
Mechanical Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview lasted 45 minutes. The recruiters were friendly and focused mainly on behavioral questions, with very few technical ones. They also asked hypothetical questions about how I would handle certain situations.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me what you know about our company?
Timken Mechanical Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Timken interview reports.
“Can you explain mechanical basic tolerances?”
Read reports →“How did you find out about Timken?”
Read reports →“Why did you answer that way for every question?”
Read reports →“What motivated you to pursue engineering?”
Read reports →“Can you share an accomplishment you are proud of?”
Read report →“Tell me about a time you disagreed with your teammates and how you handled it.”
Read report →“Can you describe a situation where you had a disagreement with a colleague?”
Read report →“Can you tell me what you know about our company?”
Read report →“Why do you believe you'd be a good fit for our company?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 Timken interview reports.