Top 30 Mechanical Engineering Interview Questions

1. Describe your best design.
2. Explain the law of thermodynamics.
3. Explain your thought process for solving an issue.
4. How did you get into engineering?
5. How do hydraulic clutches work?
6. How do you convince clients to follow your recommendations?
7. How do you handle tight deadlines?
8. How do you keep up with industry trends?
9. How do you use data to support design decisions?
10. How do you work effectively with a team of professionals?
11. How do your mechanical engineering skills come to use outside of work?
12. How would your coworkers describe you?
13. In an engine, how does a supercharger work?
14. In what conditions are double pulleys preferred?
15. Name a few types of springs and their specific uses.
16. Name some types of bearings and their specific applications.
17. Tell me a little about yourself.
18. What are your greatest strengths?
19. What are your greatest weaknesses?
20. What computer software are you interested in learning?
21. What is a universal coupling?
22. What is an involute gear? What are its benefits?
23. What is mechanical refrigeration?
24. What is the biggest insight you have gained over the course of your career?
25. What is the difference between rocket motion and projectile motion?
26. What is your expected salary?
27. What is your favorite part of being an engineer?
28. What is your least favorite part of being an engineer?
29. What skills are you looking to develop in this job?
30. Where do you see yourself in five years?