Questions that have appeared at Ford for an engineering (Behavioral) interview.

1. Teamwork

Question: Can you describe a time when you had to work with a team to solve a complex engineering problem?

Question: Can you discuss a situation where you had a disagreement with a team member? How did you resolve it?

Question: Have you ever had to work with someone who was difficult to get along with? How did you handle the situation?

2. Problem Solving

Question: Describe a time when you approached a complex problem in a new or innovative way.

Question: Can you talk about a time when you had to make a critical decision under pressure?

Question: Tell me about a time when you identified a potential problem and took steps to prevent it.

3. Communication

Question: How do you ensure effective communication with your team in a project?

Question: Can you provide an example of a time when you had to explain a complex engineering concept to a non-technical person?

Question: Describe a time when you had to persuade someone to see things your way at work.

4. Leadership

Question: Can you describe an experience where you led a team towards the successful completion of a project?

Question: Tell me about a time when you had to manage a team that was not performing well. What steps did you take?

Question: Have you ever had to take charge of a project? What were the results and what would you do differently next time?

5. Time Management

Question: Describe a time when you had to juggle multiple projects at once. How did you manage your time effectively?

Question: Can you give an example of a time when you had to meet a tight deadline? How did you ensure you met it?

Question: Discuss a situation where you had to prioritize your tasks in order to meet project goals.