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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Ho guys. Been 10 years since i last had one. I got a assesment and interview early jan for new engineering job. Any help tips or advice please be much appreciated |
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whatever engineering company you have applied will have certain regulatory requirements make sure you are aware of these and can explain them ie Oil and Gas or Aerospace. They will also probably ask you about basic engineering, check you can read a drawing - understanding tolerances run-out basic measurement ability to read micrometers. All depending on the job role you are going for.
Dont appear to 'cocky. and dress smartly. I've seen a few show up for interviews in denims and trainers lately. |
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By *ane DTV/TS
over a year ago
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Do some good background research on the company.
Be honest, open. Ask about on going training/prof certification programmes & possible support.
Deep breath and don't be afraid.
Had an interview oh so long ago where I had a full on argument with one of the panel.
Ended up being offered the job. They were deliberately trying to get people to argue with them, as they couldn't afford to carry "yes men".
All the best. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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If you are asked if u have any questions for us (which you should be asked) your question should be something along the lines of;
is there anything that makes you hesitant about any of my answers or my ability to do the job at hand?
This is one that really gets me because you will either get an honest answer of your not the right fit because...(to which you can respond) or they might highlight some answer you gave that you can provide more muster/ammo on and beef your answer up!
Good luck |
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By (user no longer on site)
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As others have said on here, find out about the company. Ask questions relating to the job. I've also always been asked "where do you see yourself in five years time?" Still working for the same company. Never ask about holidays or pay. They should bring that up. If you're nervous beforehand, have some water if it's available, it settles the nerves and remember to smile. Good luck OP!  x |
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By *hav02Man
over a year ago
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Don't mention fab if they ask about "interests outside of work" 
Depends on the interview style. Know your CV well. Dress well, smile, sit upright (watch the apprentice about body language). Greet each interviewer.
Don't rush to answer questions; pause, think, then answer.
Know the company well. Know what your job role is expected to be.
Know what strengths you can bring to the company/role.
Be aware of one of your weaknesses, but how you have/are improving or changing (this is about self awareness, but also putting a positive spin on a negative attribute).
Might be useful to know something about engineering |
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Theres some good advice in here already, but to repeat
1. project confidence, even if your not.
2. Be well prepared, research the company and the role.
3. Talk yourself ip without being pretentious.
4. Remember its a negotiation and youve reachedthis stage because they see something in you.
5. Dont accept the first offer.
6. If all else fails sing " if the lady wants a baby, i'm the cock of the north....
7. Ignore number 6
Best of luck OP |
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"If you recognise anyone from fab, best not to mention it but give them the special handshake 
V x
Also, best of luck "
Forgot about the special handshake, and tieing a carrier bag tound your left wrist while carrying pampas grass under your right arm  |
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"If you are asked if u have any questions for us (which you should be asked) your question should be something along the lines of;
is there anything that makes you hesitant about any of my answers or my ability to do the job at hand?
This is one that really gets me because you will either get an honest answer of your not the right fit because...(to which you can respond) or they might highlight some answer you gave that you can provide more muster/ammo on and beef your answer up!
Good luck"
I would be very careful about asking them questions about your pottential as an employee or anything else that will catch them off guard,
These are managers or above , they dont want put on the spot about being hesitant over something.
Keep your questions back as simple as possible. Imo. |
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first thing i looked at when interviewing was do they have clean fingernails you would be surprised how many people dont,,, and if its a formal interview and you have a dark suit and a crisp white shirt with not too loud a tie and the biggie well polished shoes for me it showed effort willingness to impress and show respect and one thing i liked when i employed new staff at the end of the interview was depending how we got on that one brave soul who wanted the job more than others who when asked if any questions would respond with is there any reason with the exception you have others to see why i wouldnt get the job,, nearly always there was no reason to say no and when it came to deciding i found those were the ones i employed might not work in all cases or for all people but first impressions always added to my decision making good luck |
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By (user no longer on site)
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First impressions sets the whole tone of the interview. Walk in confident and smile with a good handshake. Walk over to them and say something that's not related to the job. Show them your at ease x |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Remember an interview works both ways. You are also interviewing them to find d out it you want to work with them. How will they progress your career in the industry. |
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