The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Caterpillar (Surathakal) in Aug 2021
Interview
For Campus Placements : NIT's/IIT's
It was a 15 min Interview. Having got shortlisted from CGPA, Online Test, GD. then you come to the interview
(You need to be very perfect with your resume.)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. What are your Engineering Projects.?
2. Why have to done this analysis for your design.
3. What are the parameters that you choose while selecting/ Defining a material in a Software like ANSYS
There were five STAR type questions, interviewer did not agree that I answered in the correct format. They also didn’t apply very well to my experience which the interviewer didn’t like.
I interviewed at Caterpillar (Aurangābād, Maharashtra)
Interview
The interview experience was quite good and very professional. The panel focused more on assessing the candidates’ analytical thinking, reasoning ability, and problem-solving approach rather than just theoretical knowledge. Overall, it was a positive and insightful interaction that encouraged open discussion and practical thinking.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1.Introduce Yourself
2.what is IC Engine
3.what is the most efficient cycle? Draw its PV and TS diagram and explain its process
4.Draw Otto and Diesel Cycle
5.How power is transmitted?
6.Explain four stroke and two stroke engine cycles.
7.Questions about material science and injector were asked,about preignition and knocking too
I applied through college or university. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Caterpillar (Chennai) in Aug 2025
Interview
The online test in virtual mode. I shortlisted from the online test, after this I preplacement talk and attend Group discussion. But I cannot be able to attend the interview.