🎯 Honest Interview Experience: Demeva Refrigerators, Formby Liverpool I recently interviewed for an engineering position at Demeva Refrigerators, and I'd like to share my experience to help other candidates prepare. 📝 Interview Q&A Breakdown: Q1: "Tell me about yourself" A: Introduced myself as Shivam, highlighting my Master's in Advanced Mechanical Engineering from University of Liverpool and multiple internships in India. Q2: "What do you know about us?" A: Demonstrated research - Demeva specializes in refrigerators and insulators, established in 1985. Q3: "What do you expect from the role?" A: Being an entry-level position, expressed enthusiasm for learning opportunities and implementing academic knowledge. Q4: "What makes you different?" A: Emphasized being hardworking, disciplined, detail-oriented, and focused. Q5: "What are your strengths?" A: Highlighted CAD proficiency, punctuality, and problem-solving abilities. Q6: "What are your weaknesses?" A: Shared a lighthearted moment about chocolate being a weakness - interviewer related to this! 😊 Q7: "How would you be a perfect fit?" A: Emphasized having required skills and willingness to learn during training period. Q8: "Views on overtime?" A: Expressed that overtime is a test of character and willingness to push boundaries occasionally. Q9: "Driving license status?" A: Explained that public transport would work well given Formby's proximity to my location. Q10: "PR plans?" A: Focused on immediate goals - proving capabilities and starting the role. ✨ Positive Outcome: The interviewer mentioned potential for an industry tour and progression opportunities within the company. 🔑 Key Takeaways: 1. Research company background thoroughly 2. Be honest about transportation solutions 3. Show enthusiasm for learning 4. Share authentic responses (even about chocolate! 🍫) 5. Focus on immediate contributions rather than long-term plans #MechanicalEngineering #JobInterview #GraduateJobs #ManufacturingJobs #EngineeringCareers #Liverpool #CareerAdvice #InterviewTips Have you had similar interview experiences? Let's connect and share insights! 🤝 --- Like and share if you found these interview insights helpful! 📚
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Could a Disappointing Interview Lead to an Unexpected Job Offer? Answers: https://lnkd.in/ghcqhwJT #JobSearch #InterviewStruggles #CareerAdvice Hey everyone! 🌟 I wanted to share a bit of my journey in the job search world and get your thoughts on it. So, here goes: After a solid 4-month slog of searching for entry-level jobs, I finally landed an interview at a well-known company whose biggest product is bottled water (no names, of course). With a master's in mechanical engineering in hand, I thought I’d be able to find something decent relatively easily. But let me tell you—every job post on LinkedIn is swarmed by applicants in no time. It’s like a race out there! 🏃♂️💨 Here’s the kicker: this interview turned out to be one of the most perplexing experiences I've had. The interviewer seemed a bit clueless about my skills and how I could fit into the company. He offered me a technician position, which wasn’t what I was aiming for, but hinted at possibly creating a safety department where I could fit in. Despite feeling like I wasted my day, he ended up sending me an official offer a week later. But plot twist: a better opportunity came up, so I decided ...
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Want to know a secret? I have used the same 4 steps to convert over 75% of my interviews into offers. Here they are: 1️⃣ Research As the saying goes, you usually don't rise to the occasion, you fall to the level of your preparation. Companies are trying to figure out if you can help them in a very specific way, so it's important to understand the company values, the job description, the current trends in the role, etc. Besides, this will help you decide if you want to even work there in the first place. 2️⃣ Practice As an engineer, there is only a couple of guaranteed questions: • A safety question • Behavioral questions • A technical question Practice your responses to these questions; winging it will only hurt you, especially for the safety question, which can make or break your interview (no one wants to hire an unsafe person to work in a dangerous chemical plant). 3️⃣ Execute Go in there and do your best. Show interest in the company and tie their values and goals with your experiences and stories. Be present; teach them about yourself while also learning about them to see if that's a place you would want to work. 4️⃣ Follow-up I've had interviewers tell me that they've never gotten a thank you email afterwards. Don't make this mistake; it doesn't matter if you're interviewing for a full-time position or an internship, reach out via email and thank the interviewer for their time. No need to make it fancy, just do it; you'll be surprised at how much of a difference it makes. Enjoyed this piece? Leave a like or comment below and check out my other piece on chemical engineering interviews: https://lnkd.in/eR8WdBPH #chemicalengineering #interviews
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I spoke with a new Mechanical Engineering graduate yesterday who has been struggling to land a job. After applying to over 200 companies, he’s faced constant setbacks and received minimal to no feedback. ↳ Not cool. Not acceptable. After making it through multiple interview rounds with companies in Chicago, they asked for his transcripts—and then ghosted him. ↳ Again, not cool. Not acceptable. His dad reached out to see if I knew any dependable headhunters or agencies (the kind that won’t ghost), and if I could look at his resume. During our call, I got to know him, his wins, his challenges, and we dove deep into strategy. Here’s what we covered: 1. Show His GPA → As a new grad, it can still matter to employers. 2. Tailor His Resume → Customize it for each position when make sense. 3. Network Like His Life Depends On It → Focus on proactive outreach and engagement. 4. Interviews Are A Good Sign → If he’s getting interviews, his resume is effective overall. 5. Include a Summary/Skills Section → At the top, to quickly capture recruiters’ attention. 6. Record an Intro Video → Create a video to help stand out in applications and networking. 7. Highlight Research & Internships + Accomplishments not just responsibilities → Showcase these experiences—they are valuable. 8. Attach Transcripts & Intro Video if possible → Make it easy for recruiters to see his complete profile. 9. Strategic Follow-Ups → Follow up with the right person at the right time. He seems like a smart dude, dependable, and knows what he’s doing. We discussed how brutal this job market is, especially for new graduates, but we agreed to keep pushing forward. I encouraged him to refine what’s working and adjust what’s not. Keep at it, buddy—you got this! 💪 To all my headhunter/recruiting agency or in-house TA friends who specialize in hiring entry-level Mechanical Engineers, please reach out so I can make the intro. Let’s not allow talented entry-level candidates to go through this brutal experience alone. We need to do better. Did I miss anything? #ANickPerspective #PayItForward
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